The New York Special Unit returned to TF1 on February 5 during the broadcast of the 24th season of the cult detective series. Viewers will be able to find Olivia Benson and her team in new explorations that are as engaging as ever.
Unfortunately, this much-anticipated reunion will be tinged with sadness as one of the iconic characters prepares to say goodbye to the series. Kelly Giddy, who has played investigator Amanda Rollins since season 13, will effectively leave the New York special unit at the end of episode 9, which airs this Monday, April 1 at 11:05 p.m.
Kelly Giddy leaves New York City’s Special Victims Unit
In August 2022, Kelly Giddish announced her retirement from New York’s Special Victims Unit. “I wanted to address the rumors I’ve seen online and let everyone know that this will definitely be my last season on SVU“, he said in a press release.
“Playing Rollins was one of my greatest joys and one of the greatest privileges of my life. For the past twelve years I have been fortunate enough to be part of the Law & Order family. There is no other character on TV quite like Rollins.”
According to the information varietyKelly Giddish’s departure was neither her choice nor showrunner David Graziano’s. A number of sources have actually revealed to our colleagues that this reassignment will be decided by production.
Mariska Hargitay, who is also a producer, lobbied for Kelly Giddish to stay, but the decision had already been made.
Kelly Giddy joined the drama series in 2011 following the departure of Christopher Mellon. Over the course of the episodes, her character developed feelings for her partner, Sonny Caris, played by Peter Scanavino. Therefore, in episode 9 of season 24, Amanda Rollins will have the opportunity to solve one last investigation.
Is Amanda Rollins back yet?
Although Kelly Giddish is officially leaving SVU at the end of episode 9, her absence will be short-lived. He actually returned to the detective series during the broadcast of the first episode of the 25th season.
And Amanda will have a big announcement to make to her former colleagues. Airing on January 18 in the US, the episode isn’t due to air on TF1 until next year.
In the meantime, find Season 24 New York Special Section Every Monday from 23:05 on TF1.
Source: Allocine
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