Mariska Hargitay reflects on son graduating from high school: Get to know her kids

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Mariska Hargitay, best known for her iconic role as Olivia Benson on “Law & Order: SVU,” recently experienced a deeply emotional milestone: her eldest son, August, graduated from high school. Reflecting on this significant event, Hargitay shared her mixed feelings of pride and nostalgia at the inaugural Gotham TV Awards. As she wiped away tears, she candidly spoke about how quickly time has flown, leaving both her and her husband, Peter Hermann, in a state of disbelief and sentimental reflection.

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The Journey of Parenthood

Hargitay’s journey as a mother has been as remarkable as her television career. She and Hermann welcomed their first child, August, in June 2006. Over the years, Hargitay has juggled the demands of her successful acting career while being a devoted mother. During her speech, she joked about how she would pretend to faint at the thought of her son going to college, highlighting the emotional rollercoaster of seeing her child grow up and move on to the next chapter of his life.

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Preparing for College

August’s transition to college has been a family affair filled with both stress and excitement. Hargitay admitted that despite her laid-back approach, the reality of sending her son off to college was more challenging than anticipated. “It’s so stressful,” she shared, reflecting the common anxiety many parents feel during this significant transition.