CBS stands by decision to fire “Matlock” actor David Del Rio after renewed investigation

The network reopened an investigation into the actor behind Billy Martinez and opted to keep him off the show after removing ...

CBS confirms David Del Rio's firing from 'Matlock' after sexual assault investigation

The actor has been accused of sexual assault ...

CBS Sides With Leah Lewis Over David Del Rio in Reopened 'Matlock' Investigation

David Del Rio did not come out on top following CBS with the closing of the reopened investigation into his interactions with ...

Why CBS won’t rehire this ‘Matlock’ cast member

CBS confirms Matlock actor David Del Rio will not return after a renewed investigation, keeping the original firing decision final.

‘Matlock’: CBS Concludes David Del Rio Reopened Investigation

UPDATE (2/4/2026 at 10:30 a.m. ET): CBS has reportedly concluded its reopened investigation into the sexual assault allegations against former Matlock star David Del Rio. The actor was fired from the ...
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Matlock: David Del Rio Will Not Be Returning to Hit CBS Series

Report: Following a supplemental investigation into sexual assault allegations, CBS is standing by its firing of David Del Rio from Matlock.
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David Del Rio wants results of new 'Matlock' investigation

CBS has concluded its reopened "Matlock" investigation into the sexual assault report that got David Del Rio canned from the series ... and the actor is eager to know the outcome.