Tom Welling, who famously played Clark Kent/Superman in Smallville, looks almost unrecognizable in recent photos, sparking curiosity among fans.

Tom Welling, best known for his portrayal of a young Superman on the TV series “Smallville,” was taken into custody in Yreka, California, for a DUI.

Actor Tom Welling, who starred as Clark Kent and Superman in "Smallville," was arrested Sunday for driving under the influence in Yreka, California, according to reports.

Smallville actor Tom Welling has been arrested in California for driving while over the alcohol limit, according to reports. The 47-year-old star, known for starring as Clark Kent in the hit superhero series, was reportedly arrested at fast food chain Arby’s shortly after midnight on Monday for allegedly driving under the influence.

Actor Tom Welling, best known for playing Clark Kent/Superman on the TV series Smallville, was arrested for a driving under the influence over the weekend

The actor was detained and arrested in Yreka, California, by local police for allegedly driving under the influence. The report also indicated that Welling's blood alcohol content was at or above the legal limit of .

The "Smallville" actor is facing a DUI charge after he was arrested at an Arby's in Northern California this past weekend.