Mariska Hargitay is an American actress, director, producer and philanthropist, born on January 23, 1964, in Santa Monica, California.
She is best known for her role as police detective and captain Olivia Benson in the TV show Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (SVU) since 1999.
Mariska’s portrayal of Benson, who investigates sex crimes and domestic violence, has earned her critical acclaim and numerous awards, including an Emmy Award in 2006.
Siblings
Mariska has five siblings, Mickey Hargitay Jr., Zoltan Hargitay and Tony Cimber, and sisters Jayne Marie Mansfield and Tina.
After the tragic death of their mother, she and her siblings were raised by their father, Mickey Hargitay, and stepmother, Ellen.
Mariska has praised her stepmother for stepping into the maternal role for her and her siblings, providing them with love and support.
Mariska’s family dynamic is unique, shaped by both biological and blended relationships.
Despite the challenges they faced growing up in Hollywood and the loss of their mother in a car accident in 1967, Mariska credits her upbringing for giving her strength and love.
She values the diverse ways families can be formed and appreciates the uniqueness of her own family structure.
Mariska has expressed gratitude for having a maternal figure in her life after such a tragic event.
Throughout the years, she has maintained strong bonds with her siblings.
They have supported each other through various milestones, such as attending Mariska’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony together.
Mariska’s siblings have been present in her life during important moments, showcasing their close-knit relationship and mutual support for each other.
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Professions of Mariska Hargitay’s siblings
Her eldest brother, Mickey, has been involved in acting and has appeared in documentary-style pictures and projects related to their mother, Jayne Mansfield.
Her older brother, Zoltan, has worked in show business as a carpenter in the art department on various films.
Her half-brother, Tony Cimber, is an actor and director, known for his work in shows like The Original Ladies of Wrestling, GLOW: Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling and Mystery: Mysteries of Cathedrals.
Her half-sister, Jayne Marie Mansfield, is an actress and model who has appeared in films like Olly, Olly and documentaries about their mother, Jayne Mansfield.
Her other half-sister, Tina Hargitay, is part of the entertainment industry and attended Mariska’s Hollywood Walk of Fame Star ceremony.
Mariska’s siblings have diverse professions within the entertainment industry.
Mariska Hargitay career
Mariska is best known for her role as police detective and captain Olivia Benson in the TV show, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, (SVU) since 1999.
She began her acting career in 1984, appearing in a music video for country musician Ronnie Milsap and a small role in the horror film, Ghoulies.
Mariska has also appeared in various TV shows and films, including Welcome to 18, Jocks, Downtown, In the Heat of the Night and Freddie’s Nightmares.
Others are Booker, Tequila and Bonetti, Can’t Hurry Love, ER, Falcon Crest, Baywatch Wiseguy and thirtysomething.
Mariska has won an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award for her performance in SVU.
She has also become an advocate for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, founding the Joyful Heart Foundation to help survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence and child abuse.
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