Corey Cott Elevated to Series Regular on ‘Law & Order: SVU’
Fans of “Law and Order: Special Victims Unit” can look forward to seeing more of Detective Jake Griffin in Season 27. Corey Cott, who portrays the character, has been elevated to a series regular. He first appeared in Episode 2, titled “A Waiver of Consent.” His character’s connections raise concerns for Captain Benson, played by Mariska Hargitay.
Corey Cott’s Role in Law & Order: SVU
Before the current season, Corey Cott made brief appearances in Seasons 18 and 22 of the original “Law & Order” series. His character, Detective Griffin, fits into the Special Victims Unit (SVU) team, which includes notable characters such as:
- Mariska Hargitay as Captain Olivia Benson
- Ice-T as Sgt. Odafin “Fin” Tutuola
- Kelli Giddish as Sgt. Amanda Rollins
- Peter Scanavino as A.D.A. Dominick “Sonny” Carisi Jr.
- Kevin Kane and Aimé Donna Kelly
New episodes of “SVU” air on Thursday nights on NBC, following the investigative journeys of this elite New York City Police Department squad, which tackles serious cases involving sexual assault, child abuse, and domestic violence.
Corey Cott’s Background and Career
Before joining “Law & Order: SVU,” Cott made a significant mark on Broadway. He debuted as Jack Kelly in Disney’s “Newsies” and has appeared in notable productions such as:
- Bandstand
- Gigi
- The Heart of Rock and Roll
In addition to his theatrical accomplishments, Cott has been part of several television projects. His on-screen credits include:
- “Filthy Rich” on Fox
- Movies on Hallmark such as “The Snow Must Go On” and “Butlers in Love”
- CBS’s “The Equalizer,” NBC’s “Chicago Med,” and “Evil” from CBS/Paramount+
- Prime Video’s “Z: The Beginning of Everything”
- The BBC miniseries “My Mother and Other Strangers”
In addition to acting, Cott has performed in concert settings, including his Carnegie Hall debut with the New York Pops. He has also collaborated with orchestras like the San Diego Symphony. Currently, he is represented by Gersh and Soffer Entertainment.
