Mariska Hargitay Shares a Throwback Photo of Herself From the ’80s and It’s a Must-See

Mariska Hargitay, beloved for her role in Law & Order: SVU, recently took fans on a nostalgic trip back to the 1980s with a throwback photo that perfectly captures the fashion of that era. Born in 1964, Hargitay’s career in entertainment began in the ’80s, but her breakout role as Olivia Benson in SVU came in 1999. She continues to star in the show, now in its impressive 22nd season.

Early Career Highlights

In 1984, Hargitay appeared in Ronnie Milsap’s music video for “She Loves My Car,” marking her entry into the entertainment world. According to IMDb, she followed this with roles in several films and TV shows. She played Donna in the 1984 movie Ghoulies and Joey in Welcome to 18 (1986). The same year, she portrayed Nicole in Jocks and Jesse Smith in the TV series Downtown (1986-1987).

In 1988, Hargitay featured in In the Heat of the Night as Audine Higgs and portrayed herself in Mr. Universe, a movie about her father, Mickey Hargitay, a former Mr. Universe. She also appeared in Freddy’s Nightmares as Marsha, Falcon Crest as Carly Fixx, Finish Line as Lisa Karsh, and had a role on Baywatch as Lisa Peters.

The Iconic Throwback Photo

Hargitay recently delighted fans by sharing a quintessential ’80s throwback photo on Instagram. The image showcases her in a pastel blue suit complete with shoulder pads and a matching handkerchief, epitomizing ’80s fashion. Her short hair and iconic black belt perfectly complement the ensemble. Though it’s unclear if she’s wearing pants or a skirt, the outfit is impeccably coordinated.

She captioned the post with playful hashtags: “#FlashbackFriday #Baby get a load of those #ShoulderPads #eightiesfashion #eighties #80sfashion #susannasuits.” The post has garnered over 119,000 likes and 1,400 comments, with fans expressing their admiration for the nostalgic look.

Fan Reactions

Fans were quick to draw comparisons between Hargitay and her mother, Jayne Mansfield. Comments like “You look so much like your mother in this photo! So beautiful! 💗” and “You look like your mother,” were prevalent. Others praised the fashion, with one fan saying, “I’m obsessed with this color 🤩🤩” and another noting, “Shoulder pads are EVERYTHING 🤣.”

Many fans applauded her timeless beauty and fashion sense: “Wow! You killed ‘80s fashion. You’ve come a long way, baby!” and “So beautiful. 💕🔥🎄 You haven’t changed a bit astonishingly!”

Conclusion

Mariska Hargitay’s throwback photo is a delightful reminder of her early days in the entertainment industry and her impeccable ’80s style. Fans continue to appreciate these glimpses into her past, celebrating both her enduring beauty and her iconic fashion sense.