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SVU Cast Shake-Up: Major Exits Shock Fans
15 Aug
Summary
- SVU has seen numerous cast changes over 27 seasons.
- Recent departures include detectives Velasco and Silva.
- Mariska Hargitay remains the constant as Olivia Benson.
With 27 seasons aired over nearly three decades, "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" is no stranger to cast turnover. The long-running NBC crime drama recently saw the departure of Octavio Pisano, who played Detective Joe Velasco, and Juliana Martinez, who portrayed Detective Kate Silva, beginning with its 26th season. Since its 1999 premiere, "SVU" has witnessed various main cast members transition to guest roles or leave the show entirely.
Throughout these changes, Mariska Hargitay has consistently led the series as Detective Olivia Benson. Her steadfast presence has been instrumental in establishing "SVU" as a premier police procedural. Notable past exits also include Dann Florek as Captain Don Cragen, BD Wong as Dr. George Huang, and Stephanie March as Assistant District Attorney Alex Cabot, with several others leaving a significant impact on the series.
