Mariska Hargitay Praises ‘Law & Order’ Co-Star on His 13th Birthday

Mariska Hargitay shared a special birthday wish with her Law & Order: Special Victims Unit co-star, Ryan Buggle, honoring the actor’s 13^th birthday today.

Hargitay, 59, posted two behind-the-scenes photos with the now-teenager that displayed the sweet relationship they’ve fostered during their time on set. 

In the first pic, Hargitay and Buggle look deep in conversation, chatting while sitting on a desk. The second snap showed the two co-stars embracing and smiling at one another. 

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“Happy birthday to this newly minted teenager! @ryanbuggle, you’ve always been wise—and magnificent and inspired and inspiring—beyond your years. I cannot wait to see what your thirteenth year has in store,” she gushed in the caption.

Hargitay continued, “It’s been such a joy working with you and getting to know your beautiful heart. I love your spirit and I love you. Happy happy birthday! 🎉🎂🎊🎈.” The actress also included the hashtags “#BestKidEver,” “#Benoah” and “#MyNoah.”