Melissa Gilbert breaks silence after Megyn Kelly’s
1. Revisiting the Past
Actress Melissa Gilbert, known for Little House on the Prairie,
reflected on her childhood role after Megyn Kelly downplayed Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes,
sparking the hashtag #iWasFifteen.
2. Personal Experience
Gilbert shared a photo of herself at 15 and said she was
“actually nauseated” seeing romantic scenes with her 23-year-old co-star,
Dean Butler, emphasizing, “I WAS FIFTEEN.”
She credited her support system for keeping her safe while acknowledging young actors’ vulnerability.
3. Co-Star’s Perspective
Butler, now 69, also expressed discomfort with the age gap,
noting he wished they had been closer in age for their on-screen romance.
4. Broader Conversation
Gilbert called for Kelly to be more careful with her words.
The discussion has reignited debate on protecting young actors
in Hollywood and the importance of language when discussing victims of exploitation.
