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Ice-T Reveals Real Reason for Fin's Reduced 'SVU' Screen Time
25 Nov
Summary
- Ice-T, as Fin, has fewer appearances due to budget decisions.
- New characters joined SVU while Fin's screen time was reduced.
- SVU returns January 8, 2026, with expected more Fin appearances.
Law & Order: SVU is currently in a winter hiatus, with Detective Fin Tutuola notably absent from recent episodes. Actor Ice-T, who plays Fin and is the second-longest-serving cast member, has explained his reduced screen time is a result of budget considerations. This has led to fan disappointment, especially with new characters joining the cast.
While Kelli Giddish's return as Rollins was announced, Ice-T's fewer episodes were not initially linked to her comeback. He shared with TMZ that the shift allows him to pursue other projects and he doesn't seem bothered by the change. Despite the budget reallocation affecting his role, Ice-T's involvement is expected to remain significant, appearing in over half of the season's episodes.
The series is set to resume its winter run on January 8, 2026. Fans can anticipate seeing more of Fin in the upcoming episodes of season 27, as his appearances and Kelli Giddish's are expected to balance out. Earlier episodes are available for streaming on Peacock and Hulu.
