Tom Welling Makes First Appearance Following DUI Arrest at MegaCon 2025

Mar. 15, 2025

Tom Welling at MegaCon on Feb. 8.Photo:Jen Haupt

Tom Welling Makes First Appearance Following DUI Arrest at MegaCon 2025

Jen Haupt

Tom Wellinghas stepped out for the first time following hisarrest for driving under the influence.

On Sunday, Feb. 8, theSmallvillestar, 47, took part in “The Many Faces of Superman: A Tribute to the Man of Steel” panel at MegaCon, which also featured Tyler Hoechlin, Dean Cain, George Newbern, Tim Daly and Brandon Routh.

It marked the actor’s first public appearance since he was arrested in Yreka, Calif., on Jan. 26.

Tom Welling at MegaCon on Feb. 8.Jen Haupt

Tom Welling Makes First Appearance Following DUI Arrest at MegaCon 2025

Per the outlet, the actor was released around 7 a.m. and an arraignment date has been scheduled for March 11.

Prior to his arrest, Welling — who is most famous for his portrayal of Superman (a.k.a. Clark Kent) on the CW series for 10 seasons from 2001 to 2011.

Tom Welling as Clark Kent in ‘Smallville’.Marcel Williams/The CW

Tom Welling

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