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Mariska Hargitay Confirms Christopher Meloni’s Return to SVU With New Photo on Set

  • On Tuesday, actress Mariska Hargitay confirmed via Instagram that actor Christopher Meloni will return as Elliot Stabler for the 600th episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.
  • Meloni originally concluded his 12-year SVU run in 2011, then launched Law & Order: Organized Crime in 2021; the spinoff was canceled five months ago after five seasons.
  • Showrunner Michele Fazekas confirmed the 600th episode will air during the forthcoming Season 28, with Hargitay directing the milestone installment herself.
  • Stabler's appearance marks his first guest role since the Season 27 premiere aired in September 2025, reuniting him with character Olivia Benson.
  • Beyond the screen, Hargitay and Meloni remain close friends, frequently sharing candid social media posts that celebrate their enduring professional and personal bond.
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TVLine broke the news on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
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