Tue Dec 24 06:40:00 UTC 2024: ## SVU Star Mariska Hargitay Celebrates Over Two Decades of Love with Husband Peter Hermann

**NEW YORK, NY** – Mariska Hargitay, the star of NBC’s long-running drama *Law & Order: Special Victims Unit*, is celebrating a heartwarming milestone: over 20 years of marriage to her husband, Peter Hermann. Their enduring love story began on the set of *SVU* itself, where Hermann played defense attorney Trevor Langan in season 3.

Hargitay recently shared details of their enduring relationship on *TODAY with Hoda & Jenna*, describing their love as a journey that continues to deepen. She quoted Jack Gilbert’s poem, “Tear It Down,” explaining that their marriage has evolved into something even more profound than they initially imagined. “I’m at a point in my life where it just keeps getting better with him,” Hargitay said.

Their relationship blossomed quickly after their initial meeting. Hargitay has described being “hit by lightning” after a church service with Hermann, realizing he was the one. They married in 2004 and have three children together. Hermann, consistently supportive of Hargitay’s career, publicly celebrated *SVU’s* 500th episode with a heartfelt social media post expressing his enduring love.

The couple’s enduring romance provides a poignant counterpoint to the often grim subject matter of *SVU*. Their story serves as a testament to lasting love and a happy ending within the context of a show dealing with difficult realities.

Catch *Law & Order: Special Victims Unit* Thursdays at 9/8c on NBC and the next day on Peacock.

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