Did Vincent d'onofrio leave Law and Order Criminal Intent?

As he was leaving the show, Vincent D'Onofrio said: "I have always been, and have always viewed myself, as a character actor, and the great opportunity that Dick [Wolf] presented to me to develop the Goren character on 'Criminal Intent' was successful beyond my wildest expectations. After eight seasons, and with the addition of Jeff Goldblum, now is the perfect time for me to explore other acting opportunities and I leave the show knowing it is in great hands with Jeff."

However, at the time of his departure (October 2009), it was rumored that USA Network was only willing to pay Mr. D'Onofrio half his original salary. Needless to say, he declined. Soon thereafter, Kathryn Erbe and Eric Bogosian also quit.