Christopher Meloni Thanks 'L&O' Fans For "Great Ride"
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Key Points:
- Christopher Meloni expressed gratitude to fans on Instagram for nearly two decades of portraying detective Elliot Stabler in the Law & Order franchise, following the cancellation of Law & Order: Organized Crime after five seasons.
- Mariska Hargitay, who played detective Olivia Benson alongside Meloni, responded affectionately with "P4L" and a heart emoji, signaling a lifelong bond and partnership.
- Meloni acknowledged the impact the role had on his career, thanking fans for their support and hinting that while Stabler may appear in guest roles, his full-time presence on the show has ended.
- Fellow cast members and colleagues, including Holly Robinson Peete and Elisabeth Röhm, publicly showed support and admiration for Meloni’s career and future endeavors.
- Mariska Hargitay is set to make her Broadway debut in "Every Brilliant Thing," taking over from Daniel Radcliffe next month.
