Mariska Hargitay Revealed That She Was Injured But She Endured The Pain And Did Not Have Surgery

Mariska Hargitay, celebrated for her iconic role as Captain Olivia Benson on Law & Order: SVU, has become a household name. Her dedication to her craft and her engaging social media presence keep fans updated on her life, both on and off the screen. Recently, Hargitay shared some unfortunate news about sustaining injuries, but she reassured her followers that surgery won’t be necessary.

Mariska Hargitay as Olivia Benson on Law & Order: SVU

Hargitay has embodied the character of Olivia Benson since the series debuted in 1999. Her character has evolved from a dedicated detective to the esteemed Captain of the Special Victims Unit. Benson’s relentless pursuit of justice for survivors has endeared her to fans over the years.

Off-screen, Hargitay turned 57 on January 23, 2021, and shares her life with her husband, fellow actor Peter Hermann, whom she met on the set of SVU in 2002. The couple married in 2004 and have three children: August, Amaya, and Andrew. They reside in New York.

Recently, fans rejoiced as Hargitay’s character reunited with her former partner, Elliot Stabler (Christopher Meloni), who now stars in his own spinoff, Law & Order: Organized Crime. Their on-screen chemistry has been reignited through various crossover events, much to the delight of long-time viewers.

Hargitay’s Injury Update

On May 19, 2021, Hargitay took to Instagram to share a photo of herself outside the Hospital for Special Surgery. In the image, she wore a leg brace and an ankle brace, indicating multiple injuries. She clarified in her post that, despite the severity of her injuries, she wouldn’t require surgery and assured fans that these injuries did not occur while filming.