Carey Lowell's Exit: Motherhood Over Manhattan DA

Carey Lowell, known for her role as defense attorney Jamie Ross on "Law & Order," departed the NBC crime drama after two seasons. Introduced in Season 7 as a replacement ADA, Ross was a significant character until the conclusion of Season 8. Lowell recently shared that her decision to leave was primarily motivated by her wish to dedicate more time to her newborn daughter.

"Law & Order" subsequently wrote Ross out of the narrative, depicting her departure from the Manhattan District Attorney's office to focus on her personal life amidst a divorce and custody dispute. Lowell expressed complex feelings about leaving the show prematurely, acknowledging she might have managed the schedule but ultimately felt her daughter's needs were paramount. She emphasized the importance of being present for her child.