How Ashton Kutcher And Mila Kunis’ Marriage Survived Danny Masterson Scandal

Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis have proven that their bond may be resilient enough to withstand intense public scrutiny. 

Despite being involved with several controversies that tested their reputations, they have emerged with a marriage that insiders describe as unbreakable.

The couple’s popularity among fans took a hit following their support for Danny Masterson, who was convicted of rape, and their association with Diddy, who was also convicted of sex-related charges. 

In recent years, Kutcher and Kunis faced one of the most challenging periods of their marriage, following their support for former costar Masterson, who was sentenced to 30 years in prison.

During the legal proceedings, Kutcher and Kunis submitted character letters to the judge, praising Masterson's personality.

When these letters became public, the couple was met with immediate and severe criticism for their actions. They eventually released an apology video, clarifying that they intended to address the judge and not to disrespect the victims or their testimonies.

In the wake of this scandal, the pair chose to retreat from the spotlight to focus on their family and each other. According to an insider speaking to US Weekly, this time away allowed them to lean on one another and solidify their partnership. 

The source noted that the 48-year-old Kutcher and 42-year-old Kunis are "on the same page" regarding their most important priorities, especially their two children. This shared focus has helped them navigate the fallout, with the insider confidently stating that "their marriage is going to last."

Kunis and Kutcher's solid marriage foundation is further strengthened by the playful and supportive dynamic they share behind closed doors. Now married for a decade, they continue to find small, meaningful ways to nurture their connection. 

During an appearance at the Toronto International Film Festival, the actress gushed about her husband’s ability to surprise her and show his affection.

She shared a charming story about how Kutcher once FaceTimed her with the cast of the reality show “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” just because he knew it would make her day. "My husband is really great at loving me," she said, per The Blast. 

While Kutcher and Kunis continue finding new ways to express their love for each other, fans are still holding a grudge against the duo. The public’s response to his and Kunis's recent return to high-profile events suggests that the road to forgiveness will be long. 

They made their first major awards show appearance in years at the 2026 Golden Globes red carpet. Although the couple appeared happy and deeply in love while posing for photographers, the reaction from fans online was far from celebratory. 

According to The Blast, one fan wrote, “Who wants to tell them we still haven't forgiven them for supporting Danny Masterson?” and another chimed in, “I thought they were excommunicated for being rape apologists?"

Despite the pushback from fans, Kutcher and Kunis are still bent on keeping their heads above water and redeeming themselves. 

According to The Blast, Kutcher, once a staple of romantic comedies and hit sitcoms, is now reportedly attempting to stage a professional comeback through a role in Ryan Murphy’s new series, “The Beauty.”

However, many observers have labeled this move as "desperate," noting that the actor is well aware of how much his popularity has dwindled in recent years.

The backlash from the Masterson character letters was only the beginning of his public relations struggles. His image took another significant hit due to his historical association with Sean "Diddy" Combs, whose recent convictions for serious sexual offenses further tarnished those in his former circle. 

According to an insider, Kutcher is "desperate to redeem himself" after noticing a sharp decline in invitations to major Hollywood events.

In addition to attempting a positive comeback into the industry, Kutcher also cleared the air regarding another long-standing controversy that has trailed his family for years.

He sat down to discuss his physical transformation for his role in the new series “The Beauty,” but the conversation quickly shifted to the 2021 bathing controversy. 

During an appearance on Dax Shepard’s Armchair “Expert” podcast back then, Kutcher and Kunis admitted they did not believe in a daily "top-to-bottom" soap scrub for themselves or their children. He recently described the resulting media storm as "the craziest thing of all time," recalling how the public began to speculate if he and his wife simply walked around smelling like a gym locker.

To clear his name, Kutcher made it clear that his hygiene is in a good place. "I shower, I go to the gym, I shower," he insisted, per The Blast.