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Succession Star Joins Law & Order: SVU Cast
2 Oct
Summary
- J. Smith-Cameron joins SVU as jury consultant Gwen Sharpe.
- Sharpe will serve as a peer and sounding board for Olivia Benson.
- Smith-Cameron previously appeared in multiple Law & Order series.
J. Smith-Cameron, acclaimed for her role in "Succession," is set to join the cast of "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" for its upcoming season. She will appear in a recurring capacity as Gwen Sharpe, a jury consultant.
As detailed by showrunner Michele Fazekas, Sharpe is envisioned as a peer to Mariska Hargitay's Olivia Benson, providing a confidante for the lead detective. This new dynamic allows Benson a trusted individual outside her direct team to discuss her challenges.
Fazekas indicated that this season's storylines are partly inspired by cases that highlight societal progress and persistent issues in sex crime investigations. Benson will grapple with feelings of disillusionment, questioning how much has truly changed over time.
For "Law & Order" enthusiasts, Smith-Cameron is a familiar face within the franchise, having guest-starred in the original "Law & Order" and "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" multiple times. Her prior appearance on "SVU" was in 2011.
The 28th season of "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," featuring Smith-Cameron's debut as Gwen Sharpe, is scheduled to premiere on October 8.
