United Kingdom, Jan. 14 -- Melissa Gilbert "stands with" her husband Timothy Busfield following his arrest in coonection with child sexual abuse allegations.

The 61-year-old actress has broken her silence via her representative after the West Wing star turned himself into police after a warrant was issued over two counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor and one count of child abuse and has appealed for privacy for herself and her family.

Melissa's spokesperson, Ame Van Iden, said: "She is honouring the request of Tim's lawyers not to speak publicly while the legal process unfolds.

"During this period, her focus is on supporting and caring for their very large family, as they navigate this moment. Melissa stands with and supports h...