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Mariska Hargitay's Hilarious 'Law & Order: SVU' Audition Story Revealed
24 Oct
Summary
- Mariska Hargitay and Christopher Meloni had instant chemistry during their 'SVU' audition
- Hargitay initially thought she'd be paired with John Slattery, not Meloni
- Meloni's Jesus tattoo joke cemented their bond and made Hargitay know he was the right Stabler
As 'Law & Order: SVU' enters its 27th season on the 2025 TV schedule, the show's longevity is a testament to the chemistry between its lead actors, Mariska Hargitay and Christopher Meloni. In a recent interview, Hargitay revealed the hilarious story behind their initial audition, which cemented their partnership as Olivia Benson and Elliot Stabler.
Hargitay explained that she and Meloni immediately bonded over their similar personalities and sense of humor during the callback. However, she initially thought she'd be paired with actor John Slattery, not Meloni. When Hargitay learned Slattery was also at the audition, she was determined to impress him and build a connection. But fate had other plans, and she ended up reading with Meloni instead.
