One Law & Order SVU Actress Who Missed Only 9 Episodes Over 24 Years
She truly deserves a huge break after the series is done.
In the Law & Order universe, which has existed since 1990, there is nothing shocking about the series continuing for 24 years.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit was and still is such a success that there is almost no possibility of it being canceled anytime soon. It's gritty and realistic, interesting and holds the audience's attention like no other show.
It also tackles a number of very serious issues, with sex crimes at the top of the list.
Since the show first aired on NBC, the network, cast and crew behind the show have received numerous messages and calls of gratitude for handling sensitive issues well and using this platform to spread awareness.
It's also worth noting that star Mariska Hargitay, who has played her character, Olivia Benson, since the show's inception, has been insanely dedicated to her work.
It's not uncommon for characters to be written off after a long run in the same role. It's also not uncommon for actors to take a break.
Hargitay, however, is so dedicated to getting the most out of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit that she's only missed 9 episodes of the show.
To paint a clearer picture, Special Victims Unit has been on the air since 1999 and has aired 24 seasons with a total of 538 episodes.
All the episodes where Mariska Hargitay had to take a break are part of the 8th season of the show and the reason behind it is the actress' pregnancy.
Although the production tried to hide her body as much as possible, she eventually had to take some time off.
Luckily, the hard work paid off, because during the years she spent on the set of Special Victims Unit, Hargitay was not only able to learn something new and become a producer and director as well as an actress, but she also got some very high recognition.
The actress currently has 8 Emmy nominations with 1 win for Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series, as well as 1 Golden Globe Award and 6 SAG Award nominations.
The best part is, you can count on Mariska Hargitay to come back, as Law & Order: SVU already was officially renewed for season 25.
Keep an eye out to not miss a premiere announcement!