Hargitay

Hargitay is a surname of Hungarian origin. Notable people with this surname include Mariska Hargitay, an American actress, and Mickey Hargitay, a Hungarian-born American bodybuilder and actor.

Mariska Hargitay, born in 1964, is best known for her portrayal of Detective then Sergeant Olivia Benson on Law and Order: Special Victims Unit, a role she has played since 1999. Her work on the series has earned her critical acclaim, including a Primetime Emmy Award and Golden Globes. She is the daughter of Mickey Hargitay and Jayne Mansfield.

Mickey Hargitay (1926–2006) was a prominent bodybuilder who won Mr. Universe in 1955 and later pursued acting in the United States. He was married to actress Jayne Mansfield, and he and Mansfield were the parents of Mariska Hargitay. His career bridged sports and entertainment, contributing to the public profile of the Hargitay name in American media.