CBS Confirms David Del Rio's Firing from 'Matlock' After Sexual Assault Investigation

The actor has been accused of sexual assault ...

Matlock is about to get extremely topical in its case of the week

The newest Matlock episode is going to have an ICE-related case that's beyond topical for the series! Take a look at what to expect when Matlock season 2 returns.

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 ...
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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.

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 ...
Showbiz Junkies

‘Matlock’ Season 2 Episode 9 Preview: “Collateral”

Preview of Matlock season 2 episode 9 with photos, cast list, and plot details. "Collateral" will air on 26, 2026.

'Matlock': Leah Lewis shares BTS photos of new costars after David Del Rio exit

See Henry Haber and Edwin Hodge (Skye P. Marshall's husband) on set.
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Did ‘Matlock’ hint at a major character’s impending exit?

A main character will soon be leaving the CBS drama “Matlock.” News broke in October that David Del Rio, who plays Billy Martinez, had been fired from “Matlock.” His termination came after his costar ...

CBS wraps reopened investigation tied to controversial firing

CBS has finished a reopened internal investigation into the firing of David Del Rio, who was dismissed from the series “Matlock” in October 2025 after a co-star alleged a sexual assault, Parade ...