Mariska Hargitay

Acting

Mariska Hargitay (born January 23, 1964) is an American actress, producer, director and activist, best known for her role as New York City sex crimes Detective Olivia Benson on on the NBC television drama Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, a role that has earned her multiple awards and nominations, including an Emmy and Golden Globe.

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Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen Law & Order The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Chicago P.D. Chicago Fire The Late Show with Stephen Colbert Seinfeld Late Night with Seth Meyers Late Night with Seth Meyers Saturday Night Live Sesame Street