Law & Order’s Kelli Giddish Shares Dog Tribute
SVU star revisits a beloved doggo memory in an emotional Instagram caption of remembrance.
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A Heartfelt Tribute On Instagram
On July 24, 2024, Law & Order: SVU actress Kelli Giddish turned to Instagram to pay homage to a very special member of her household. In a quietly powerful post, the 44-year-old shared a throwback photo of her late pup, captioned “always on my mind x.” The image, softly lit and shot in black and white, shows her faithful companion curled up in a peaceful repose—an intimate snapshot that resonated across her 600,000 followers.
Remembering A Loyal Companion
This isn’t the first time Giddish has publicly mourned her four-legged friend. In an earlier post dated April 3, 2024, she wrote:
“lost my girl yesterday. she’s been by my side every step for nearly 15 years. wise, warm, gentle but our family’s fierce protector. my protector and confidante. i don’t really have the words to say every thing that she meant to me—so much love in my heart and hers, we found each other—and that’s what i’m beyond thankful for.”
By revisiting that heartfelt message and linking it to her new caption, Giddish offered fans a window into the bond she shared with her dog. She explained in the July update that even months later, her thoughts often drift back to the little gestures—an eager tail wag, a warm nuzzle—that defined their life together.
Balancing Career And Personal Moments
Kelli Giddish has played Detective Amanda Rollins on NBC’s Law & Order: SVU since 2011, building a devoted following for her portrayal of a savvy, empathetic investigator. Born March 13, 1980, in Cleburne, Texas, Giddish launched her career with guest roles on shows like The Good Wife and Reservoir Dogs before landing her breakthrough role on SVU.
Off-screen, she’s also a mother of two and frequently shares glimpses of her family life on social media. Earlier this year, Giddish hinted at her return to SVU’s upcoming season in a Deadline link she posted on Instagram: “https://deadline.com/2025/05/kelli-giddish-law-amp-order-svu-return-rollins-season-27-1236398583/.” Fans have been eagerly awaiting Season 27, set to air this fall on NBC and stream on Peacock.
Fans Respond With Support
The simplicity of Giddish’s “always on my mind x” post struck a chord online. Comments poured in from fellow pet owners and SVU devotees alike:
• “Your tribute truly captures how timeless the love for our dogs is. Thinking of you.”
• “So beautiful—our fur friends leave the biggest paw prints on our hearts. ❤️”
• “Thank you for sharing this, Kelli. It’s comforting to see someone you admire honor a beloved companion.”
Through compliments and condolences, her community rallied around the actress, underscoring how a candid moment on Instagram can spark collective empathy.
Giddish’s post also prompted many followers to share their own stories of loss and remembrance, turning the comments into a digital memorial space. The actress herself replied to a handful of notes, offering thanks and acknowledging the shared experience of grieving a pet.
The actress is expected back on set later this summer, dividing her time between rehearsals for SVU and home life in New York. In the meantime, her latest Instagram tribute stands as a reminder that the most meaningful posts aren’t always about awards or upcoming projects—they’re about the relationships that shape us.
From spotlight roles on television to private moments of reflection, Kelli Giddish continues to invite fans into the full spectrum of her life, whether she’s chasing down a suspect on screen or remembering a furry friend off camera. Her honest, unvarnished posts illustrate that sometimes the strongest stories are told in just a few words: always on my mind x
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