“Matlock Actor David Del Rio Dismissed Over Sexual Assault Allegation”
David Del Rio, known for his role in the legal drama “Matlock,” has been dismissed from the show amid serious allegations. CBS confirmed his departure on Thursday, October 9, following reports of an alleged sexual assault. The information was initially reported by Deadline and Variety.
Details of the Allegation and Exit
The dismissal occurred after CBS Studios received reports regarding Del Rio’s conduct. A source informed USA TODAY that a female co-star was involved in the allegations. As a result of an internal investigation, Del Rio was reportedly escorted off the “Matlock” set last week.
- Incident reported: Early October 2023
- Actor’s role: Attorney Billy Martinez
- CBS confirmation: October 9, 2023
- Show premiere date: October 12, 2023
Future of the Series
Del Rio’s character will be written out of upcoming episodes. The first half of the season is already filmed and will air soon. Production for the second half is scheduled to resume after a planned hiatus in October and November, which is unrelated to Del Rio’s exit.
About “Matlock”
The series premiered in September 2024 and stars Kathy Bates in the lead role of Madeline Matlock, a lawyer with a secretive agenda. The show has received acclaim, with Bates nominated for an Emmy for Best Actress in a Drama Series.
- Additional cast members include:
- Leah Lewis
- Jason Ritter
- Skye P. Marshall
- Sam Anderson
- Yael Grobglas
New episodes of “Matlock” are broadcast on Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Paramount.
