Jalen Brunson on SVU
New York Knicks Star Jalen Brunson Set for Guest Role on Law and Order SVU
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Mariska Hargitay had publicly hinted at the casting in an August TODAY interview, saying, “I’m hoping that we might—don’t tell anyone, but—see him on SVU. We’ve got some things in the works.”
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Brunson was photographed leaving the New York set with his daughter, Jordyn, and security, offering the first visible confirmation that he had filmed scenes for the drama.
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Season 28 of “Law & Order: SVU” is scheduled to premiere Oct. 8 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, before the original “Law & Order” airs at 10 p.m.
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The series remains the longest-running live-action primetime series in American television history, with Ice-T, Peter Scanavino, Kelli Giddish, Kevin Kane, Aimé Donna Kelly and Corey Cott starring alongside Hargitay.
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The Emmys appearance featured a comic exchange about pressure: Hargitay compared the millions of eyes watching to the pressure of one night, while Brunson joked about whether she had ever felt that way; she then referenced OG Anunoby’s game-winning tip-in in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.
New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson will guest-star on "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" this fall, marking another high-profile television appearance for the NBA point guard. According to The Independent, Brunson's episode airs November 5 as the fifth installment of Season 28, though details about his character remain under wraps.
The casting comes after Mariska Hargitay, the show's star and a known Knicks fan, publicly hinted at the collaboration in August. TVNewsCheck reports that Hargitay had expressed interest in bringing Brunson onto the drama series, and the two recently filmed scenes together on set.
Hargitay's Long Push to Get Brunson on Screen
Mariska Hargitay made no secret of her desire to cast Brunson on her show. In an August interview, she teased the possibility, hinting that there were "things in the works." Central Oregon Daily notes that the actress has been a devoted Knicks supporter for years, making Brunson—one of the team's star players—a natural fit for her passion project.
The two recently crossed paths at the Emmy Awards, where they shared an on-screen moment during the opening segment. Their chemistry at that event may have accelerated the casting process, bringing Hargitay's vision to life just weeks later.
From Set Photos to Official Announcement
Brunson's participation became real when photographers spotted him leaving the New York set with his daughter Jordyn and security in tow. Just Jared captured images of the Knicks guard at the "Law & Order: SVU" production, offering the first visible proof that filming had taken place before NBC officially announced the guest role.
Brunson's Busy Season Ahead
The SVU appearance is just one of several media commitments for Brunson this fall. He is also scheduled to host "Saturday Night Live" on September 26, adding to a string of high-profile television moments. These appearances showcase how athletes are increasingly stepping into entertainment roles beyond their sport.
Season 28 Premiere Kicks Off in October
"Law & Order: SVU" will launch its 28th season on October 8 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, with Brunson's episode following four weeks later. Yahoo News Australia confirms the November 5 air date for his guest spot. The series remains the longest-running live-action primetime drama in television history, providing a major platform for Brunson's acting debut.
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