Jeffrey Donovan to Exit 'Law & Order' Ahead of Season 23

The actor's departure marks the second major cast change since the show's revival, with a search underway for a new series regular.

Jeffrey Donovan, who played Detective Frank Cosgrove in seasons 21 and 22 of 'Law & Order', will not be returning for the upcoming 23rd season due to creative reasons.
Donovan's departure follows Anthony Anderson's exit after season 21, marking the second major cast change since the show's revival.
The search is now underway for a new series regular to fill Donovan's role in the series.
Season 23 of 'Law & Order', consisting of 13 episodes, is slated to air in 2024.
Donovan's last appearance was in the season 22 finale, where his character was involved in the arrest of a U.S. Senator's assassin.