Yesterday, I posted an article about Josh Lucas and the state of NBC. What I didn't mention was one of the major issues for NBC - the health of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. May proved to be a tumultuous month for fans of the crime drama; first it was announced that lead Mariska Hargitay's role would be reduced so Hargitay could spend more time being a new mama, which came as no surprise to SVU supporters, though, it was disappointing. Then came the major SHOCKER, SVU's other lead Chris Meloni is leaving, COMPLETELY. That means that during the 13th season, at some point, there will be episodes without either lead. EEEK! That is NOT a good place to be, even for a series as old as SVU. However, here's the good news: Ice-T will be staying put for the next 2 years. YAY!!!! I have to say I was dubious when Ice-T started out on the procedural, but, he's actually turned out to be a tremendous asset to the show. Additionally, NBC is in talks with Jennifer Love Hewitt to takeover for Hargitay. I LOVE LOVE LOVE Love Hewitt! The media really gives Hewitt a hard time, but, I think she's wonderful; she's talented not just as an actress, but, as a producer and director, which is an advantage for any show and she possesses the elegance and confidence necessary for a lead. It will be hard for the public to accept JLH as a detective on such a gritty show, however, if anyone can pull it off it's her. Hang on SVU fanatics, Season 13 is going to be rough. Still it's better than the ride stopping. Right?
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