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SVU Kiss Cut: Meloni's Cryptic "No Comment"
14 Jun
Summary
- Meloni gave a two-word reply when asked about the cut SVU kiss.
- Hargitay confirmed a kiss scene was filmed but ultimately cut.
- Hargitay is currently performing in a Broadway play until July.
Christopher Meloni responded with "No comment" when asked about a kiss scene between his character Elliot Stabler and Mariska Hargitay's Olivia Benson that was omitted from Law & Order: SVU. Meloni attended a red carpet event to support Hargitay's Broadway debut in "Every Brilliant Thing."
Hargitay, who is starring in the one-woman show "Every Brilliant Thing" at the Hudson Theatre until July 5, previously confirmed that a kiss scene with Meloni was filmed. She explained that the scene, intended for season 24's "Blood Out," was ultimately cut by producer Dick Wolf.
Hargitay described the decision to cut the scene as a disagreement between the actors and the producer. She felt the moment was "earned" and reflected the complex nature of Benson and Stabler's relationship. Meloni, when discussing the scene in a separate interview, noted that actors do not control final edits and aim to be honest with the material given.
Meloni expressed his excitement for Hargitay's foray into live theater, calling it "super exciting." Hargitay shared that performing on Broadway feels like "going out without a net," highlighting the thrill and challenge of live performance compared to her seasoned role on SVU. She also hinted at the possibility of Meloni returning to SVU in the future.
