Fans of Law & Order: SVU are always on the edge of their seats, wondering what will happen next in the lives of their favorite characters!
A New Season, New Characters
The latest season, Season 26, introduced Kate Silva (played by Juliana Aidén Martinez), as a new member of Benson's team. While everyone expected the new addition, what many fans didn't expect, was Renee Curry (played by Aimé Donna Kelly) continuing to show up! What really surprised fans is an Instagram post from Mariska Hargitay (Olivia Benson) where Curry was absent.
This raised a few eyebrows! Since Curry is not a full-time cast member, it meant her departure was inevitable! Fans began to expect this would lead to Curry's departure sometime in the current season. She has however, shown up and contributed in many of the first few episodes. Although some may see this as building up to a sad farewell moment. Many are seeing her presence as a distraction from introducing the new and exciting character!
Kate Silva's Underwhelming Role
What could make fans feel even more divided about what may come from this cast and its departures? One thing many felt was the disappointing introduction of Kate Silva. There has been no special character development. The role was underwhelming in Episode 2. The plot centers around a case where a woman discovers her stepfather abused her. Even as the team struggled to find the evidence. Silva didn't really contribute! She basically just delivered information to Benson which is something that many on her team could easily do. Her role could have easily gone to another cast member!
In the Season 26 premiere. The team had a significant shakeup which showed a team ready to move forward, leaving audiences wondering just what was about to come out and many may not be happy if it includes underwhelming introductions. Even more so considering the small roles Silva is playing! The role Curry has is better developed giving viewers someone they might already be invested in, building towards a heartbreak ending for that character. A strong storyline! Many wonder if this was an opportunity missed!
Why the Lack of Focus on Kate Silva Makes Curry's Exit Worse
Fans might be able to handle Curry's departure. She has been on the show long enough to gain the love of the audience, showing incredible support towards Benson and making contributions during investigations.
The lack of focus and detail on Silva's role, creates some uncertainty! The audience really needs to see her as a strong addition, otherwise it is difficult for viewers to find a replacement for Curry. It would feel abrupt if audiences aren't really familiar and feel Silva wasn't able to bring that unique character appeal which many fans know to be expected in the cast.
To truly show the success of "Law & Order: SVU," it's imperative that viewers become familiar and get to love Silva's performance! To make things seamless, she needs to develop a bigger role soon.
