Leah Lewis Speaks Out After David Del Río’s Dismissal Over Assault Claims
Leah Lewis has publicly addressed the recent dismissal of her co-star, David del Río, from the CBS series Matlock. Del Río was let go following allegations of sexual assault that emerged after an incident involving Lewis.
Support and Strength
In her response, Lewis took to Instagram Stories, sharing a heartfelt message alongside a photo with her mother. She expressed gratitude for the support she has received during this challenging time.
- “Mom is here, we’re moving forward in love and strength,” Lewis stated.
- She emphasized the importance of strength, urging, “Please, let that be the takeaway.”
Incident Details
The incident which led to Del Río’s dismissal occurred on September 26. An internal investigation concluded with Del Río being fired and escorted off the set on the same day the allegations were made.
About Matlock
Lewis stars as Sarah Franklin in Matlock, a legal drama that features the legendary Kathy Bates. Sarah is depicted as a first-year associate at the law firm Jacobson Moore.
Del Río portrayed Billy Martínez, another first-year associate in the same firm. The cast also includes notable actors such as:
- Skye P. Marshall as Olympia Lawrence
- Jason Ritter as Julian Markston
- Eme Ikwuakor
- Aaron Harris
- Sam Anderson
- Beau Bridges
- Justina Machado, joining in a recurring role for Season 2
Upcoming Season Premiere
Matlock’s second season is set to air on October 12. Production has already wrapped up the first half of the season, with a planned hiatus until after Thanksgiving.
