SVU Cast Members Juliana Martinez, Octavio Pisano Exit

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit will lose two cast members, Juliana Martinez (Detective Kate Silva) and Octavio Pisano (Detective Joe Velasco), following Season 26. Martinez joined the series in Season 26, while Pisano has been with the cast since Season 23. The reasons for their departures remain unclear, with speculation citing both financial and creative factors. NBC has not confirmed whether the season finale on May 15 will provide closure for their characters' storylines. The show has not been officially renewed for Season 27, but renewal is widely anticipated. Michele Fazekas has been named the new showrunner for the potential next season, indicating further changes ahead.