History of Danny Masterson in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 25, 2025

Danny Masterson is an American actor best known for his role as Steven Hyde in That '70s Show. He also starred in Men at Work and The Ranch. In May 2023, he was convicted of raping two women in 2003 and in September 2023 was sentenced to 30 years to life in prison. The case involved allegations of interference by the Church of Scientology, of which Masterson is a member, in silencing the victims, contributing to a significant delay in bringing the case to trial.

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March 13, 1976: Daniel Masterson Born

On March 13, 1976, Daniel Peter Masterson was born. He would later become an actor.

May 2023: Conviction of Rape

In May 2023, Danny Masterson was convicted of raping two women in 2003 after a retrial. A third count resulted in a hung jury. Masterson was taken into custody without bail.

June 7, 2023: Attorneys Sanctioned for Leaking Confidential Discovery

On June 7, 2023, Danny Masterson's former defense attorneys were sanctioned for leaking confidential discovery material to an attorney representing the Church of Scientology, which was used to target prosecutors and detectives in Masterson's rape trial and to allege false police reports by the victims.

September 7, 2023: Sentencing

On September 7, 2023, Danny Masterson received a prison sentence of 30 years to life, with the possibility of parole after 25.5 years, for his rape conviction. His lawyers announced plans to appeal the conviction.

September 2023: Sentenced to Prison

In September 2023, Danny Masterson was sentenced to 30 years to life in prison for rape.

September 18, 2023: Divorce Filing

On September 18, 2023, Bijou Phillips filed for divorce from Danny Masterson, citing irreconcilable differences, and requesting full custody of their child and spousal support.

December 27, 2023: Admission to North Kern State Prison

On December 27, 2023, Danny Masterson was admitted to North Kern State Prison after post-sentencing hearings and was later moved to California Men's Colony.

January 2024: Bail Denied Pending Appeal

In January 2024, a Los Angeles Superior Court judge denied bail for Danny Masterson pending an appeal, citing concerns that he could flee due to his lengthy potential sentence and ongoing divorce.