The Matrix's Laurence Fishburne will replace William Peterson at the CSI Las Vegas Crime Lab. Fishburne says he is "elated and delighted" to land the gig. The actor will reportedly portray a former pathologist turned college lecturer. He meets up with members of the CSI team during a homicide investigation – and ends up joining them.
But wait, there's a twist - he goes into CSI harboring a secret: his own genetic profile has been identified in serial killers.
"This gentleman knows this about himself and is ... in this journey to discover who his true character will ultimately become," CBS programming chief Nina Tassler told the AP.
Peterson – who plays the chief Gil Grissom – will depart the series sometime during the new season. Peterson remains as an executive producer and may return in occasional guest appearances.
