Actress Katherine Del Rio is publicly supporting her husband, David Del Rio, following his dismissal from the CBS drama “Matlock” due to sexual assault allegations involving fellow actress Leah Lewis. The incident that led to his firing occurred on September 26, when an internal investigation was initiated after the allegations surfaced.
Social Media Reactions
Katherine Del Rio expressed her feelings on social media shortly after the news broke. She initially shared a now-deleted Instagram Story that ridiculed Leah Lewis, stating, “This is the most disturbing human being I have ever met.” Following her husband’s firing, Katherine posted another message alongside her mother, thanking their supporters and saying, “We are moving forward in love and strength after what Leah did for our family.”
Leah Lewis’s Response
In the wake of the controversy, Leah Lewis also took to Instagram. She shared a photo with her mother, emphasizing her gratitude for the support she received. Lewis wrote, “Mom is here, we’re moving forward in love and strength. I’m in good hands. Thank you to everybody for any kind of support and care.”
Legal and Casting Context
Leah Lewis portrays Sarah Franklin in “Matlock,” while David Del Rio played Billy Martínez, both first-year associates at the law firm depicted in the series. The show stars renowned actress Kathy Bates. As the storyline develops, questions remain about the future of both actors in the series.
El-Balad has reached out to Katherine Del Rio and her representatives for further comments on the situation. The outcome of these allegations and their reflections on both actors’ careers remains to be seen.
