‘Matlock’ Star David Del Rio’s Wife Katherine Hits Out at Leah Lewis Amid Sexual Assault Allegations
David Del Rio‘s wife, actress Katherine Del Rio, hit out at his Matlock co-star Leah Lewis on Thursday (October 9) after her husband was fired from the CBS legal drama after being accused of sexual assault.
The alleged incident took place on September 26, and is said to have been reported on October 2. CBS Studios immediately investigated the alleged incident and, following an internal investigation, Del Rio was fired and escorted off set (Matlock is currently in the middle of filming its second season).
After the news broke, Lewis took to her Instagram Stories to share a photo of her and her mom, writing, “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. Truly, we’re moving forward in strength. Key word, strength. Let that be the takeaway.”
Katherine later reacted to Lewis’ post, calling the actress “disturbing,” US Weekly reported. She posted and deleted an Instagram Story that featured a zoomed-in picture of Lewis’ face from her photo with her mom. In the caption, Katherine allegedly wrote, “This is the most disturbing human being I have ever met.”
Leah Lewis Instagram
Deadline reported that she also posted and deleted another Instagram Story, mimicking Lewis’ own post. Katherine shared a photo of her and her own mom, writing, “Mom is here. We’re moving forward in love and strength after what Leah did to our family. Thank you all for the love and support!”
Katherine Del Rio Instagram
Del Rio himself has yet to publicly comment on the allegations.
His character will be written out of Matlock, which is going on a pre-scheduled filming hiatus next week as the first half of Season 2 is completed. Filming is set to resume after Thanksgiving.
Del Rio and Lewis play lawyers Billy Martinez and Sarah Franklin, respectively, on Matlock, and share many of their scenes. The show’s second season is scheduled to premiere this Sunday (October 12).
Lewis, who previously played Georgia Fan on The CW adaptation of Nancy Drew, was adopted from an orphanage in Shanghai when she was six months old, similar to her character in Matlock. Her younger, non-biological sister, Lydia, was later adopted from the same orphanage.
In addition to acting, Lewis sings and plays guitar. In May 2016, it was reported that she began dating singer and actor Payson Lewis; it’s unclear if the couple is still together.
Del Rio and Katherine first met in 2010 after the latter went to see In the Heights on Broadway, in which Del Rio was a cast member. The pair met at the stage door after the show and later began dating. The couple tied the knot eight years later and have two children.
If you or someone you know is the victim of sexual assault, contact the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network‘s National Helpline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673). If you or a loved one is in immediate danger, call 911.
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C
Out come the claws. I think before you start going after the accuser, think long and hard to find out the truth first.
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J
I think it's very odd to fire someone so quickly saying they're guilty with what seems to be a flash investigation . Makes you go hmmmm.
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L
This whole situation is very sad. I loved watching everyone and was excited to see the whole cast return for the next season. It's crazy to me given the climate that we're in that anyone would put themselves in this type of situation. The truth will come out and I pray for all involved. It's a blessing to have a job let alone keep one especially with people being laid off, fired etc.
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B
I'm wondering if we'll ever find out exactly what happened. Or didn't happen, as the case may be. Either way, it's a sad situation.
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L
VERDICT IS IN: David's Firing is upheld after re-opening of the "investigation"!! I want to trust in the process but I still have questions and concerns that make me suspect the full truths are still not being shared (reminiscent of the current handling of the Epstein files). 🤔 I join many others in this thread since the very beginning, asking THE looming unanswered question: WHAT SPECIFICALLY WERE THE CIRCUMSTANCES TO CAUSE LEAH'S ACCUSATIONS???!!! 🤦🏽♀️🤷🏽♀️
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L
The truth? I haven’t read any story yet of exactly what happened, as well as his story, can you please post a link. I’ve tried to look for it all I see is an accusation, a denial, and him being fired? I can’t even base an opinion with only that. Thank you in advance.
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L
At the first news break of this very sad situation, my gut was doubting the "sexual assault" aspect and leary of CBS' recent controversial "dealings", i. e. with Paramount, Stephen Colbert, Trump, etc. Me thinks "something is rotten in the state of Denmark", and truth is just about extinct, worldwide. 🤥 🧐🤔🫣 I am hopeful for truth and justice nonetheless. 🙏🏽
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R
I feel like in real life her character is how she acts on the show!! Like she’ll tear anyone to get on top!!! I too feel something is not right!!! It’s like I’m going to be on top at any cost!!! Sorry there’s something about her!!! Down deep inside as one who has been molested I totally withdrawal from everyone. Even my family. She looks like one down 2 more to go!! I mean look at her picture with her mom?? She’s smirking just like a spoiled kid!!! Sorry my opinion!
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L
@Buzz I'm very sorry to hear of your experience and sorry for "triggers" like this story. ❤️🩹 I want to follow this story to a just end but I can only trust in God, not the media. 🫤
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P
It’s not always about hotter or not.
It is about how that person makes them feel. ( heard, respected or just listening to them). Or in some cases power. A lot of guys don’t trade up when they cheat
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VERDICT IS IN: David's Firing is upheld after re-opening of the "investigation"!! I want to trust in the process but I still have questions and concerns that make me suspect the full truths are still not being shared (reminiscent of the current handling of the Epstein files). 🤔 I join many others in this thread since the very beginning, asking THE looming unanswered question: WHAT SPECIFICALLY WERE THE CIRCUMSTANCES TO CAUSE LEAH'S ACCUSATIONS???!!! 🤦🏽♀️🤷🏽♀️
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Of course, but only if it really happened or not? It’s allegations. We won’t know until we can read or hear what happened. Please what ever you have read from the actors statements can you please post. Thank you. I love these two character's and someone isn’t forthcoming.
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N
I think she's telling the truth. What does she have to gain by lying on him
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O
I don't know what happened, but his wife is way hotter.
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O
You do know that sexual assault has absolutely nothing to do with the looks of the victim, right?
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