Who has Olivia Benson dated on Law and Order?
OLIVIA Benson has become a powerhouse throughout Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.
Though she's often kept her love life private, Olivia has had several love interests in the TV series.
Olivia Benson's dating history
Olivia Benson, portrayed by Mariska Hargitay in the Law & Order franchise, has been involved in numerous relationships throughout 24 seasons of Law & Order: Special Victim's Unit.
Let's take a look at her dating history:
Brian Cassidy
Brian Cassidy, played by Dean Winters, and Olivia Benson dated on and off throughout the seasons.
The two kicked off their love affair with a one-night stand in season 1 which later turned into a relationship. It ended when Brian left the precinct.
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However, in season 14, they rekindled their relationship though it wasn't smooth sailing from there.
Brian was framed for sexual assault. After the charges were cleared, the two were able to pick things back up.
In season 15, Olivia Benson was kidnapped by a serial rapist. Following her rescue, Brian had been her primary support which led to the decision to move in with each other.
The two later broke up after realizing they had different ideas for their future.
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Nick Ganzer
Unlike Olivia's relationship with Brian, her relationship with a reporter, Nick Ganzer (Tom McCarthy), was short-lived.
The two briefly dated after her relationship with Brian in season 1. Olivia realized early on that Nick had sadistic tendencies and ran for the hills.
Andy Eckerson
In season 5, viewers were introduced to another short-lived relationship. Olivia dated Federal Marshal Andy Eckerson (Craig Bierko).
Their relationship was mainly off-screen however viewers do get a glimpse of their relationship after it has already ended.
Though the tension lingered as they worked together, Olivia's initial decision to break up with Eckerson was due to his poor police ethics.
Kurt Moss
As viewers know, Olivia Benson hasn't been one to put her relationships on display.
In season 9, Olivia was in a relationship with journalist Kurt Moss (Bill Pullman).
Their relationship, mainly off-screen, was introduced in the same episode where their relationship ended.
Things got complicated when their careers interfered with their love life which resulted in them calling it quits.
David Haden
Olivia's relationship with David Haden (Harry Connick Jr.) in season 13 showed a promising future for the character's love life.
Their goals aligned which prompted them to want to take their time with one another.
In the end, their common career goals were the same thing that ended their relationship.
Ed Tucker
Lastly, we have Internal Affairs Captain, Ed Tucker (Robert John Burke).
Their relationship begins in season 17 and rolled onto the following season.
Career-driven Olivia was hit with an ultimatum when Tucker wanted her to retire simultaneously.
The two ended their relationship due to their conflict of interest.
Is Olivia Benson dating anyone now?
Olivia Benson is currently single.
Her romantic tension with Elliot Stabler (Christopher Meloni) was evident throughout the series.
Viewers often clenched their jaws in hopes the two would finally become a thing. However, Stabler was married throughout his time at SVU.
When Meloni left the show to be in Law & Order's spinoff, Organized Crime, it seemed all hope was lost.
However, Stabler returned in season 23 as a widowed man. In the following season, SVU fans almost got their wish.
The two almost shared a kiss which Benson then stopped explaining that it could ruin their relationship.
Only time can tell whether the two will finally end up together.
Where can I watch Law & Order: SVU?
The Law & Order franchise can be watched Thursday nights on NBC. Fans can begin with Law & Order at 8pm EST, SVU at 9pm EST, and conclude with OC at 10 pm EST.
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Season 24 of Law & Order: SVU premiered on September 22, 2022.