Beloved 'SVU' Dog Frannie Passes Away, Leaving Lasting Legacy

In a sad turn of events for fans of 'Law & Order: SVU', the show has lost an integral member of Sgt. Amanda Rollins' family. Rollins' dog, Frannie, who was Kelli Giddish's real-life pet, died in June. Giddish, who plays Rollins, took to Instagram at the time to mourn the loss of her "wise, warm, gentle" companion of nearly 15 years, describing Frannie as her "protector and confidante."

While the show has not yet revealed how they will handle Frannie's absence, Giddish has an idea for a fitting tribute. She hopes to see a photo of the beloved pup placed on Rollins' desk at the SVU station, now that the sergeant has returned to the squad full-time. Rollins' reinstatement came in the final moments of this week's episode, after a discussion with Capt. Benson about the changes in the Intelligence Unit.

Giddish's desire to honor Frannie's memory on the show is a touching gesture that is sure to resonate with viewers who have followed Rollins and her canine companion over the years. The loss of this integral member of the 'SVU' family is undoubtedly a sad one, but Giddish's idea to keep Frannie's spirit alive on the series is a thoughtful way to pay tribute to the beloved dog.