In its 26-season run,Law & Order: SVUhas naturally had some turnover.
Fan-favoriteKelli Giddishwas also famously phased out of the series despite her characters personal story feeling rushed and unfinished.
For Martinez, she thinks that her character will remain part of the family.
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They were very intentional about my casting.
Martinez was certain about this because the production had her screen test for the role.
This occurrence is rare unless the character is here to stay.
This series follows the Special Victims Unit, a specially trained squad of detectives in the New York City Police Department that investigate sexually related crimes.
So, they were very intentional about, We want someone to be a part of the squad.
And I really felt that from day one from them.
She promises interesting things to come for her characterin Season 26.
Who Is SVUs New Character, Kate Silva?
Martinez has recently gained attention for her role in NetflixsGriselda.
StarringSofia Vergara, the crime biopic follows the Crime Godmother of Miami.
Martinez has segued into another crime series, this time as Kate Silva, a former homicide detective.
She was a homicide detective previously, so shes very perceptive with people, very smart.
SVUis aggressive with shocking episodesand ripped-from-the-headlines storytelling, and Silva is no different.
Martinez explained that her character is part of the nepotism conversation currently prevalent in pop culture.
As the daughter of a deputy commissioner, she must rise above assumptions about her character.
Describing Silva as fiery, viewers should expect some friction when she takes the stage in the new season.
Fans can catch the new season ofSVUevery Thursday on NBC and streaming the next day on Peacock.
