2012 Arrest
On July 18, 2012, Willard was arrested in Hollywood, California for "engaging in a lewd act" in an adult movie theater. PBS dropped Willard immediately following his arrest, and it was also reported that Antiques Roadshow host Mark Walberg would take over the role of Willard on the show.
In an appearance on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon shortly thereafter, Willard stated that the incident was "very painful" and "very embarrassing," but that he "did nothing wrong." Willard was ultimately not charged, but was required to take a $380 sex education diversion program.
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