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Mariska Hargitay denies plans to leave Law & Order: SVU
Mariska Hargitay has addressed rumors regarding her future on the long-running NBC procedural ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’. Despite speculation that she might leave the series as it approaches its 28th season, Hargitay stated she has no intention of quitting the show now.
She revealed that she previously considered stepping away from the role of Olivia Benson to avoid being perceived as a ‘one-trick pony’ and to pursue other creative outlets like comedy or talk shows. However, she found that she could balance her commitment to the series with other projects, such as films, stage plays, and hosting the 78th Emmy Awards.
Reflecting on the show's history, Hargitay discussed the transition of leadership on set following the 2011 departure of Christopher Meloni, who previously held the top spot on the call sheet. Since Meloni's exit, Hargitay has stepped into the primary leadership role for the production.
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Christopher Meloni · Ice-T · Law & Order: Special Victims Unit · Mariska Hargitay · NBC
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mariska Hargitay has no current intention of leaving the series Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. www.telestar.fr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mariska Hargitay transitioned to the number one spot on the call sheet following Christopher Meloni's departure in 2011. www.cinemablend.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Christopher Meloni was the top-billed actor on the call sheet for the first 12 seasons of the series. www.cinemablend.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has been officially renewed for a 28th season. www.telestar.fr · www.cinemablend.com