Olivia Benson: Tackling Adoption
Olivia Benson is a powerhouse detective and later the Commanding officer of the Special Victims Unit on the TV show Law and Order: SVU. Olivia, played by Mariska Hargitay, has grown to become one of the most well-loved characters in TV on 19 seasons of the show. Olivia had long focused on her career and has not often had a steadfast love interest. However, in Season 15 Olivia met the love of her life, a little boy named Noah. It was discovered that Noah was born to two parents with a plethora of struggles and he is ultimately orphaned. By the beginning of the following season, Olivia ends up adopting him. While Olivia remains committed to her career, it is clear that she prioritizes being a mom. Adoption is a reality for many in the world, and the relationship is beautifully portrayed on SVU.
