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David Del Rio Fired From CBS’ ‘Matlock’ After Internal Probe Into Assault Allegation

Filming proceeds with script revisions, with the Season 2 premiere set for Oct. 12.

Overview

  • CBS confirmed Del Rio’s departure but declined to share findings from the internal investigation.
  • Reports say the alleged incident occurred Sept. 26, involved co-star Leah Lewis, was reported Oct. 2, and Del Rio was escorted off the Paramount lot that day, with EP Eric Christian Olsen present.
  • Production continued for the already completed first half of Season 2, writers are revising scripts to write out Del Rio’s character, and a planned hiatus runs through November.
  • As of the latest reports, no criminal charges have been filed and there is no public record of law-enforcement involvement.
  • Lewis posted an Instagram message about moving forward with strength, and Del Rio’s wife briefly shared a critical post about Lewis that was later removed.