
"Sam Waterston's Farewell: Exiting 'Law & Order' After 30 Years"
After nearly 30 years, Sam Waterston's character Jack McCoy made an emotional exit from "Law & Order" in the season 23 episode titled "Last Dance," as the district attorney's office pursued a murder case despite threats from the mayor. Waterston's departure was announced earlier, and his replacement, Tony Goldwyn, was hinted at in the episode. Waterston also delivered a touching farewell address, expressing gratitude for his time on the show. His character first appeared in 1994 and he went on to appear in 405 episodes, earning multiple award nominations and a SAG Award win.


