Kelli Giddish Returns to Law & Order: SVU

Kelli Giddish has returned to her role as Detective Amanda Rollins in the latest season of Law & Order: SVU after leaving as a series regular in December 2022. In Episode 4, titled "Divide and Conquer," Rollins is now working as a sergeant in the NYPD's Intelligence Bureau, reuniting with her former partner, Captain Olivia Benson. Giddish expressed her excitement about returning, stating, "It’s hard to say no when I arrive on set and there’s instant chemistry with everybody." Despite her past struggles with fitting into a teaching role, she feels fulfilled in her current position and praises her evolving relationship with ADA Sonny Carisi. The showrunner hinted that Giddish’s appearances will be like a “bouquet,” indicating multiple future episodes. Giddish reassured fans that Rollins is happily married and managing her family life alongside her career.