Ex-‘Matlock’ Actor David Del Rio Files Legal Claim Against CBS Studios
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Former Matlock actor David Del Rio has filed a legal arbitration claim against CBS Studios after being fired over sexual assault allegations, arguing that evidence disproving the claims was not fully considered before his termination.
- Del Rio’s lawyer, Shawn Holley, stated they will present text communications and other materials that contradict prior public accounts of the incident, which involved an unnamed female cast member, believed to be Leah Lewis.
- CBS Studios conducted an investigation following the allegations and decided to fire Del Rio in October; he was removed from the show despite having filmed seven episodes of the second season.
- The allegation has caused significant professional and reputational damage to Del Rio, who maintains the accusations are false and misleading, and he seeks to clear his name
