In a recent red carpet interview, Christopher Meloni admitted he wasn’t too focused on the funeral of Queen Elizabeth ll.
The Law & Order: Special Victims Unit star was asked by Access Hollywood if he had the chance to tune into the royal funeral like “the rest of the world,” and Meloni’s response indicated he was concerned about more pressing events.
@accesshollywood #ChrisMeloni’s heart is in #PuertoRico ♬ original sound – Access Hollywood
At the 7:10 mark in the interview, Meloni shook his head at the reporter’s question and responded, “No, I’m more worried about Puerto Rico and other things.”
Meloni’s concern with Puerto Rico is warranted, as millions in the country are currently without water and power due to Hurricane Fiona, Travel Noire reports.
According to The Washington Post, Hurricane Fiona battered parts of Puerto Rico’s south and central mountain regions with over 20 inches of rain.
The hurricane caused flash flooding and mudslides, and it left the island without power. At least four people have been reported dead.
Although the world has been fixated on the queen’s passing and the drama behind the royals, Meloni appeared to be indifferent.
As Blavity previously reported, the Queen passed on Sept. 8 at the age of 96. Her monumental passing left media outlets around the world fixated on the details surrounding her funeral.
According to NPR, there was a 10-day preparation for the Queen’s farewell, titled “Operation London Bridge.” The operation included a total media takeover and precise communication tactics to prepare.
While Meloni missed the funeral, the Los Angeles Times reported that 11.4 million Americans tuned in.
Meloni’s interview clip was posted on Access Hollywood’s TikTok, and most viewers agreed with the actor.
@accesshollywood ChrisMeloni’s heart is in PuertoRico, not so much in London.
Most of the comments summed up the overall love for Meloni’s beloved character, Detective Stabler.
“I knew I loved this man!!” commented user @avelyns.ramblyns.
“This is why I love him!!!!! his expression says “why would you ask me that!?” commented user @themonsterumade.
Some comments agreed that we should be focusing on other things now.
“This MAN…..he said I am worried about ACTUAL PEOPLE SUFFERING,” wrote user itsherlife3.
“Wow!! Thank you!! Yes, God bless. She’s resting. Now we need to focus on the suffering,” added user @jpacheco65.
During the rest of the interview, the 61-year-old actor talked about possibly retiring and what it was like reuniting with his Law & Order costars for the upcoming crossover event.
Law & Order, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and Law & Order: Organized Crime are joining forces for a supersized premiere. The historic crossover event begins Thursday, Sept. 22, at 8 p.m. EST on NBC.
