Richard Belzer is leaving "Law & Order: SVU." Belzer, who has been with the show since it began 15 seasons ago, is leaving "SVU" as a series regular. He's been playing the character of John Munch for more than 20 years. Belzer's character turned in his retirement papers at the end of the Wed., Oct. 9 episode of "SVU." Look for his retirement party in the Oct. 16 episode. While he may be leaving the show as a series regular, don't expect Belzer to say goodbye to the character of John Munch forever. A source confirmed Belzer is expected to make recurring appearances on the long-running NBC drama. Read more http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/...aw-and-order-svu_n_4072785.html?utm_hp_ref=tv