Chris Meloni Brings Back His Famous Look from 2003 Posing Next to His Grown Daughter: 'Very Attractive,' Fans Claim

• Christopher Meloni abruptly left "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," and fans have never moved on.
• Fans recently commented on Meloni's new look that reminded them of his time in the show.
• Meloni, who is a father of two, once opened up about his approach to fatherhood.

Christopher Meloni was for a long time the face of "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (SVU)," where he played detective Elliot Stabler. He starred alongside Mariska Hargitay, who played detective Olivia Benson.

In 2011, after "Law & Order: SVU" had run for 12 seasons, news broke out that Meloni would be leaving the veteran crime drama. Fans were disappointed that they wouldn't be seeing him on the show again.

According to sources, Meloni left the show because of negotiations that didn't result in a deal. The source added that Meloni and NBC couldn't agree on a new deal as the actor wanted a salary increase.

Hargitay said he was devastated when Meloni left after the contract negotiations fell apart. Meloni's leaving felt abrupt and left Hargitay sad since they built the show together. The actress pointed out that she and Meloni spent lots of time together and went through many milestones.

Hargitay added that fans never moved on when Meloni left "Law & Order: SVU," which she found absolutely beautiful and powerful as it meant the actor was loved and had a huge impact on them. After so much time away, fans still remember him and recently reacted to his photos.

How Did Meloni Look?

Meloni used to have a beard when he was in "Law & Order: SVU." A picture of the actor in 2003 while on set shows him with hair on his face and head. Meloni changed this look, and now fans were used to seeing him with no beard and a clean-shaved head.

On August 11, 2023, the actor shared photos with his daughter. He said the pair started their evening on a hike and ended with a scooter ride home.

In June 2023, the actor started sharing pictures of himself with his beard back. The gray beard gave him a silver fox look, which excited fans. Owing to this new look, fans urged him to grow the hair on his head, too.

Fans said the actor looked super sexy in facial hair, while one fan commented that Meloni looked good and that they loved the beard. More fans were excited to see the actor with a beard, just as he used to look on "Law & Order: SVU." Away from his looks, fans also reacted to Meloni spending time with his daughter.

What Is Meloni’s Approach to Fatherhood?

Meloni and his wife, Doris Sherman Williams, have two kids, Sophia and Dante. The 62-year-old said his approach to fatherhood is more about persuasion than using force. He once politely guided his daughter to pick up ballet as a sport when dancing wasn't being offered at her school.

The actor revealed that he motivates his kids to take up arts and athletics as these are fields in which they can express themselves. When asked what kind of a father he was, Meloni referred to himself as an affectionate, very physical, and very disciplined dad who is focused on education.

Meloni believes education is the one aspect of life where one can't compromise. He is committed to teaching his kids and empowering them so that they can mature and be critical thinkers. Meloni also spends time with his kids.

On August 11, 2023, the actor shared photos with his daughter. He said the pair started their evening on a hike and ended with a scooter ride home. Fans reacted to seeing Meloni's grown-up daughter, and they said the actor looked "very attractive." Other fans said Meloni was very handsome and the finest man.

The actor, who said he wasn't a lazy child, strives to instill his hard work in his kids. Meloni's diligence and passion have seen him become one of the most decorated actors in Hollywood.

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