
After 30 years, Sam Waterston bids farewell to his iconic role as District Attorney Jack McCoy on Law & Order. The 83-year-old actor recently shared his feelings about leaving the long-running NBC procedural, stating that he had always known his departure was imminent upon his return in 2022. Waterston expressed contentment with the way his character's storyline concluded, describing it as a 'beautiful way to go.'
Having been a part of Law & Order from season 5 in 1994 until its finale in 2010, Waterston garnered critical acclaim, receiving multiple Emmy Award nominations and a Golden Globe nod for his portrayal of DA McCoy. Despite his decision not to reprise the role in the future, he hinted at potential cameo appearances for fans to enjoy.