In an exclusive interview, Christopher Meloni and Mariska Hargitay express their admiration for one another and their joy of working together on the hit TV series Law & Order: SVU. The two actors, who played partners on the show for over a decade, have formed a strong bond both on and offscreen.
Meloni and Hargitay share a mutual respect and admiration for one another's talent. They often praise each other's work and acting abilities, acknowledging the strong chemistry they have on set.
According to Meloni, their working relationship has always been "easy" and filled with "trust and respect." Hargitay echoes this sentiment, describing their partnership as a "deep connection" and praising Meloni for his "generous and caring" nature.
Their onscreen dynamic as partners, Elliot Stabler and Olivia Benson, resonated with viewers and contributed to the show's success. Meloni acknowledges that their characters had a unique bond, which resonated with the audience and made them invested in their relationship.
He believes that the friendship and loyalty between Stabler and Benson played a significant role in the show's popularity.
Offscreen, Meloni and Hargitay have remained close friends even after Meloni left the show in 2011.
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