After a noticeable absence, a beloved character is making their return to the squad room on Law & Order: SVU. According to Variety, Amanda Rollins, played by actress Kelli Giddish, is rejoining the team as a series regular in the upcoming 27th season.

Mariska Hargitay has starred as the beloved Detective Olivia Benson since the show’s debut season, a role that's earned her numerous accolades, including an Emmy and a Golden Globe. Now, the show is wrapping its 26th season on May 15.

Giddish originally joined “SVU” back in its 13th season as detective Amanda Rollins. She remained with the show as a main cast member until midway through Season 24. It was explained on the show that Rollins had married ADA Sonny Carisi Jr and then taken a teaching position.