Bijou Phillips Seeks Spousal Support from Danny Masterson in Prison amid Divorce Docs Showing Lack of Prenup

Bijou Phillips files for divorce from Danny Masterson after he is sentenced to 30 years to life in prison.

Bijou Phillips has requested spousal support in her divorce from Danny Masterson, following his recent sentencing to 30 years to life in prison for rape. The actress filed for divorce on Monday after nearly 12 years of marriage, seeking to "terminate the court's ability to grant support" to Masterson. The couple has a 9-year-old daughter together, and Phillips is asking for full legal and physical custody while allowing Masterson visitation rights. The divorce filing does not mention a prenuptial agreement, and Phillips is also requesting that Masterson pay her attorneys' fees. The couple cited "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for their split. Phillips' lawyer stated that her priority remains with her daughter and acknowledged Masterson as a wonderful father. Masterson's defense attorney has not yet commented on the divorce filing.

Phillips attended Masterson's sentencing on September 7th, where he was found guilty of two counts of rape. The jury deliberated for over seven days but could not reach a unanimous verdict on a third count. Phillips was reportedly "distraught" over the sentencing and is currently surrounded by family and friends, planning appeals with Masterson's lawyer. The actress was shocked by the conviction and did not expect Masterson to be found guilty. Masterson's charges stem from allegations of forcibly raping three women between 2001 and 2003. He pleaded not guilty to all charges and plans to appeal the verdict.

The allegations against Masterson first emerged in 2017 when the LAPD confirmed an investigation into sexual assault allegations. In November of that year, a fourth woman accused Masterson of rape. As a result of the allegations, Masterson was removed from the Netflix series "The Ranch" and was dropped by his talent agency. Masterson has maintained his innocence throughout the legal process, stating that he will fight the accusations in court. He believes he has been unfairly targeted and intends to sue his ex-girlfriend and others involved for the damage caused to him and his family.

The divorce filing by Bijou Phillips marks the end of a long and challenging chapter in her life. She is seeking to move forward and prioritize the well-being of her daughter. The divorce proceedings will likely be complex, given the high-profile nature of the case and the absence of a prenuptial agreement. It remains to be seen how the court will divide their assets and handle the issue of spousal support. Both parties will need to navigate these legal proceedings while dealing with the emotional toll of their separation.

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