Actor Gary Busey Sentenced Two Years Probation New Jersey Sexual Misconduct Case

Gary Busey, the 81-year-old actor known for his role in The Buddy Holly Story, was sentenced to two years probation for criminal sexual contact related to groping a woman at the Monster-Mania horror convention in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, in 2022. Busey pleaded guilty to a single count as part of a plea agreement that dropped other charges, including attempted sexual contact and harassment. The judge also ordered Busey to have no contact with the victim, considering the seriousness of the offense and his prior legal issues. Busey did not speak during the virtual sentencing hearing and has 45 days to appeal or potentially transfer his probation to California. The incident involved multiple accusations of inappropriate touching during photo opportunities, which Busey initially denied, claiming the allegations were false. Organizers of the convention confirmed that an unnamed celebrity guest was removed from the event following complaints and encouraged attendees to report the incidents to police.