Ice-T Chills on SVU: Less Screen Time, Big Plans

0:00On March 31st, iced tea is staying chill about his lighter load on Law and Order Special Victims Unit this season. The 67-year-old rapper and actor plays Detective Odoffent to Tuola, and he's only popping up in a few episodes of season 27. He spilled the tea at the show's 25th anniversary bash in New York City on January 6th. It all ties back to budget moves after Kelly Giddish returned as Sergeant Amanda Rollins last October. He bounced mid-season 24 back in December 2022, then did some guest spots in 25 and 26. The show couldn't afford both stars full time, so they dialed back iced tea to make room. Fans might notice the shift, but iced tea ain't stressing. He says he's got a full play with other gigs, so less time on set works fine. Still, he makes it clear the squad needs his vibe to keep things funky. He's not going anywhere for good though. Direct him in more episodes toward the end of the season, with even bigger plans brewing. The guys locked in for the long haul.

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