Mariska Hargitay Bids Farewell to Christopher Meloni
Considering how upset Law & Order: SVU fans over the departure of Christopher Meloni, imagine how it affects co-star Mariska Hargitay.
Actually, you don't need to imagine. The Emmy winner provided a statement to TV Line today that reads:
“For the past 12 years Chris has been my partner and friend, both on screen and off. He inspired me every day with his integrity, his extraordinary talent and his commitment to the truth. I love him deeply and will miss him terribly - I’m so excited to see what he’ll do next.”

So are we. We're also curious about who will replace him. Which of these actors would make the best fit?
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July 27th, 2012 12:15 AM
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June 21st, 2011 2:28 PM
No one is irreplaceable. And Chris, the last two seasons was very bad. The Eliot ceased to be a tough detective. He always seemed sarcastic, ironic when interrogating suspects. And Cris is bald and ugly.
Rank: Guest Star
May 30th, 2011 12:47 PM
Totally agree with Lisa no one can replace Meloni, such a great actor.
May 29th, 2011 9:28 PM
No one can replace Christopher Meloni on SVU. No one. Without both him and Mariska Hargitay onscreen, I'm no longer watching.
Rank: Leading Character
May 28th, 2011 10:48 AM
This is going to be one sad year of Law and Order: SVU. :(
Rank: Leading Character
May 28th, 2011 1:27 AM
I wanted to see El and Liv kiss for one episode :( Good luck Meloni, gonna miss you so much :'(