"Law and Order: SVU" Season 18 has had a good run for many seasons but rumors have surged that this would be the last season for Mariska Hargitay. Also, rumors of Christopher Meloni returning to replace Olivia Benson has skyrocketed as well.
As for the rumors pertaining to the status of Mariska Hargitay in the upcoming "Law and Order: SVU" Season 18, her presence is still going strong and the rumors of her leaving the series is debunked. There were no affirmations about it and it would not happen anytime soon, not until the season finally draws the line.
It is undeniable that "Law and Order: Special Victims Unit" or "Law and Order: SVU" Season 18 has been slated to return on the small screen for its 18th season, and many are perceiving that it would be a scene of budding romance for Meloni and Hargitay, reports Christian Daily.
Another element to look forward when "Law and Order: SVU" Season 18 returns is the rumored love triangle between Olivia Benson, Captain Ed Tucker and Det. Elliot Stabler. For the fans and followers of the highly climatic series, it is crucial to see things going well for Olivia Benson.