Octavio Pisano and Juliana Martinez Exit ‘Law & Order: SVU’
Changes in the Cast of Law & Order: SVU for Season 27
As fans eagerly await news of a Season 27 pickup for “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” it has been revealed that two cast members will not be returning if the show does get renewed. Juliana Martinez, who portrayed Detective Kate Silva, and Octavio Pisano, who played Detective Joe Velasco, will not be part of the upcoming season.
The announcement comes as a surprise to many viewers, as Martinez and Pisano joined the cast in recent seasons and had quickly become fan favorites. Their absence will surely be felt by loyal fans of the long-running procedural.
On a positive note, Michele Fazekas has been named the new showrunner for the series, marking the first time a female showrunner will lead the show. This is a significant milestone in the history of “Law & Order: SVU,” which has been on the air for over two decades.
Created by Dick Wolf and led by the iconic Mariska Hargitay as Captain Olivia Benson, “Law & Order: SVU” is the longest-running show in the “Law & Order” franchise. The series also stars Ice T, Peter Scanavino, and Kevin Kane, who have all become synonymous with their respective roles.
Since its debut, “Law & Order: SVU” has spawned several spinoffs, including “Law & Order: Organized Crime,” which streams on Peacock, as well as the “Chicago” and “FBI” franchises. While some spinoffs have seen success, others like “FBI: Most Wanted” and “FBI: International” will not be returning for additional seasons.
Behind the scenes, the executive producers of “SVU” include Wolf, Graziano, Julie Martin, Hargitay, Norberto Barba, Kenneth Brown, and Peter Jankowski. The series is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, in association with Wolf Entertainment.
As fans eagerly anticipate the future of “Law & Order: SVU,” the changes in the cast and creative team signal a new chapter for the beloved series. With a legacy that spans decades, “SVU” continues to captivate audiences with its gripping storytelling and memorable characters.
