New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson recently showed his support for "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" star Mariska Hargitay by attending her surprise Broadway performance. Hargitay is currently starring in the solo show "Every Brilliant Thing," which runs through July 5 at the Hudson Theatre. Brunson, accompanied by his wife Ali Marks, was in attendance on Friday.
During the performance, a Jalen Brunson Knicks jersey was featured as a prop, reportedly eliciting a strong crowd reaction. Brunson, who has publicly expressed his admiration for Hargitay and the "SVU" series, has developed a friendship with the actress. Following the show, Brunson and Marks met Hargitay backstage, where they were also joined by Hargitay's husband, Peter Hermann. A source described the interaction as "sweet," noting Hargitay's enthusiasm for Brunson's presence and the mutual admiration between the two.
Every Brilliant Thing" on Broadway."
Hargitay was a notable presence throughout the Knicks' recent playoff run, often seen cheering from the stands. Brunson has previously mentioned that he looks for Hargitay at home games, describing her as someone he "love[s] to death."
Following the Knicks' NBA championship win, Brunson even expressed a desire to guest star on "SVU," a sentiment that has reportedly received support from Hargitay's colleague, Christopher Meloni.