Exclusive: Mariska Hargitay Emotional as SVU’s Benson Is Honored at Smithsonian

Exclusive: Mariska Hargitay Emotional as SVU’s Benson Is Honored at Smithsonian

Mariska Hargitay and Tony Goldwyn recently sat down with ET to discuss their beloved TV shows, ‘Law & Order: SVU’ and ‘Law & Order,’ as they prepare to celebrate new seasons premiering on NBC on October 3rd. During the interview, Mariska became emotional when talking about her iconic character, Olivia Benson, being honored at the Smithsonian. The captain’s costume from ‘SVU’ was donated to the museum, forever immortalizing her character in television history.

Tony Goldwyn also shared his excitement about joining the ‘Law & Order’ franchise, expressing how grateful he is to be a part of a show that he has been a fan of since its inception in 1990. The actors took a moment to reflect on the long list of talented guest stars that have graced both series over the years.

The conversation then turned to the possibility of NFL star Travis Kelce guest starring on a future episode of ‘SVU,’ which elicited positive reactions from both Mariska and Tony. The duo also teased the idea of a potential crossover event between ‘SVU’ and the new spinoff series, ‘Organized Crime,’ leaving fans hopeful for a collaboration in the near future.

Fans of ‘Law & Order’ and ‘SVU’ will not want to miss the new seasons premiering this fall, as the shows continue to captivate audiences with their compelling storylines and talented cast members. And with the possibility of exciting guest stars and crossovers on the horizon, the future looks bright for both beloved series.

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