Ice-T, a Longtime Los Angeles Voice, Marks a Quarter Century on "Law & Order: SVU"

Ice-T, the rapper and actor whose career took shape in Los Angeles, has spoken with Variety about his long run on "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." The series has been on the air since 1999, and Ice-T joined it near the start. What began as a four-episode role in the show's second season became a permanent place in the cast that has lasted through most of the program's history. In the interview, he described his situation as being on a good treadmill, one he said he intends to stay on. The remarks, which touched on the show's staying power and its place in American culture, were published by Variety.

With reporting from Variety.