Ashton Kutcher's silence follows Diddy's shocking arrest

In September 2023, Mila Kunis attended a high-profile event in Los Angeles without her husband, Ashton Kutcher, who has been avoiding the spotlight since the arrest of his former friend Sean 'Diddy' Combs. This arrest was linked to serious allegations of sex trafficking and numerous lawsuits that accuse Combs of rape and abuse against various individuals, including minors. The circumstances surrounding Diddy’s arrest intensified scrutiny on his known associates, prompting rumors about the state of Kutcher and Kunis's marriage due to the unfolding scandal. Despite the swirling rumors and media speculation, sources close to Ashton Kutcher clarified that he is not involved in any of the allegations against Diddy and has only had limited social interactions with him. Given the claims against Diddy, Kutcher reportedly feels a sense of betrayal, believing that he was misled about the nature of his friend's activities. As he grapples with the fallout from this association, a source indicated that Kutcher feels a disillusionment akin to that experienced during the recent legal troubles of another former friend, Danny Masterson, who was convicted of rape in 2023. Feeling vulnerable and protective over his family, Kutcher is said to be keeping his circle limited to his family for the time being. He has expressed feelings of being taken for granted and manipulated by Diddy, leading him to rethink their friendship. The couple’s public appearance dynamics have changed, with Kunis now frequently attending advanced events alone while Kutcher opts to lay low. These events have not only put a strain on Kutcher and Kunis’s personal life but also raised questions about their public personas and how they navigate their celebrity status amidst serious scandals affecting those they associate with. With both actors having a history in the spotlight, they must now contend with public perception, personal feelings, and the impact of their friendships on their careers and family life.