According to Deadlinecom, actor Christopher Meloni has signed on to play Leo Durocher in Brian Helgeland's upcoming 42 film. Centering on the career of Jackie Robinson, the film will feature Meloni as 'the Dodgers manager and who was an avid supporter of Robinson, and stuck up for him when he faced racism from crowds, and sometimes opposing even his own dugout.'
Meloni has previously starred on the HBO series 'Oz' from 1998 to 2003. In 1999 he stepped into the role of Detective Elliot Stabler on the long running NBC series, "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit". Pairing with co-star Mariska Hargitay on the show, Meloni was nominated for an Emmy award for his dynamic appearance as the tough crime fighter. Earlier in 2011, the actor announced he would be leaving the show in order to pursue other acting opportunities.
Meloni's stage credits include the starring role of Eddie Carbone in the Gate Theatre's production of 'A View from the Bridge' as well as the role of Bill Starbuck in the 'The Rainmaker' at the Williamstown Theatre Festival.
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