Sergeant Amanda Rollins is officially back as a series regular on “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” for its upcoming 27th season, set to premiere this fall on NBC. The announcement, confirmed by TV Insider and first reported by Deadline, follows Kelli Giddish’s recurring role in Season 26.
Giddish’s journey on SVU began in Season 13, but she transitioned out of her role as a series regular after Season 24. Her character, Rollins, experienced significant changes, including her marriage to Carisi (Peter Scanavino) and a shift in career where she began teaching while feeling unfulfilled. In Season 26, she returned with a more substantial role, now serving in Intelligence as a sergeant—a position that has re-energized her character.
Reflecting on her new role, Giddish shared in September 2024 that Rollins enjoys her position, describing it as akin to “eavesdropping on the whole world,” which has brought her happiness and excitement. The upcoming season raises questions about whether Rollins will continue her journey in Intelligence or return to the SVU team alongside familiar faces like Captain Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) and Sergeant Fin Tutuola (Ice-T).
In addition to Giddish’s return, the 27th season will see notable changes. Detectives Joe Velasco and Kate Silva, portrayed by Octavio Pisano and Juliana Aidan Martinez, respectively, will conclude their run as series regulars in the Season 26 finale airing on May 15. Michele Fazekas will step in as the new showrunner, taking the reins from David Graziano.
With these transformations, the series continues to evolve while retaining its core, offering viewers a blend of fresh narratives and beloved characters. Fans are encouraged to share their thoughts on Rollins’ return and what they wish to see from her character moving forward.
The excitement surrounding these developments highlights a positive outlook for “Law & Order: SVU” as it gears up for another compelling season.