Following a case involving a divorce that turned violent, Stabler signs the divorce papers, saying, "when love warps to hate, there's nothing you won't do." However, after being cleared in the death of a suspect, Stabler realizes that he cannot bear to lose either his job or his family, so he seeks reconciliation with ...

Do Elliot and his wife get back together?

Kathy attempted to get him but Elliot stopped her, assuring her that he would take care of their son, despite being injured from the job (SVU: "Wildlife"). ... (SVU: "Shadow") After 26 years of marriage, Elliot and Kathy were still happy together and continued to be affectionate.

Why does Stabler get divorced?

Kathy and Elliot Stabler got married at 17 years old and shared five children, but in earlier seasons of Law & Order: SVU, viewers learned that their marriage was less than perfect. Frustrated with her husband's long hours and short temper, Kathy eventually left Elliot and even filed for divorce.