Tom Welling, the 47-year-old actor best known for his role as Superman/Clark Kent on the long-running series "Smallville," faces legal troubles following a DUI arrest in Yreka, California. Authorities charged Welling with driving under the influence after he exceeded the state's legal blood alcohol limit of 0.08%. The actor is scheduled to appear in court on March 11 to address these charges.
The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, a day that also marked a special occasion for the Welling family. Welling had been celebrating his wife Jessica Welling's birthday, posting a heartfelt message on Instagram.
"Happy Birthday to our Angel who makes our dreams come true and inspires us even more!" – Tom Welling
"We love you to the moon and back!" – Tom Welling
However, celebrations took an unexpected turn when police arrested Welling at 12:09 a.m. local time. He was subsequently booked at 2:10 a.m. and released later that morning at 7:07 a.m.
Tom and Jessica Welling married in November 2019 and share two sons, Thomson, aged six, and Rocklin, aged three. The family is known for maintaining a relatively private life despite Welling's fame from his portrayal of the iconic superhero.
The arrest has brought renewed media attention to Welling, who has largely stayed out of the public eye following his television success. While fans and followers were initially captivated by his touching social media tribute to Jessica, the ensuing DUI charge has shifted the focus to his legal situation.
