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SVU Stars Address Longstanding Rumors Ahead of Season 27

9/1/2025

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Mariska Hargitay and Christopher Meloni's characters on "Law & Order: SVU" have not been romantically involved since 1999.
Co-star Ice-T encourages fans to accept the show's established narrative, as writers dictate the storyline.
Hargitay, now a producer, has considerable influence over future plot developments.
The series will premiere its 27th season on September 25, 2025.

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Story summary

Mariska Hargitay and Christopher Meloni's characters on "Law & Order: SVU" have not been romantically involved since 1999.
Co-star Ice-T encourages fans to accept the show's established narrative, as writers dictate the storyline.
Hargitay, now a producer, has considerable influence over future plot developments.
The series will premiere its 27th season on September 25, 2025.