Mariska Hargitay

 Mariska Hargitay, an American actress, is well-known for her role in the sex detective Olivia Benson' on NBC's hit series, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit'. Her portrayal of the character has garnered numerous nominations and awards. Hargitay was born with a talent for acting . She made her debut in the film "Ghoulies" during her early years. After a unforgettable performance in the film, she appeared in an recurring role on the show that received the highest ratings"ER," before being cast as Olivia Benson. Hargitay was a determined and aggressive actor was determined to work hard for every role she played throughout her career. She was also adamant about doing her own stunt-work for film. Contrary to her mother who was a well-known a 'sex-symbol' and a former 'Playboy Playmate' in the United States, Hargitay opted to take a different route when it came to becoming an international star. She didn't follow in her mother's path and was certain that the acting classes she attended could lead to her being able to play a variety of parts in her career and it did. Apart from acting, she's also the founder of the "Joyful Heart Foundation", which provides aid and help to sexually abusing girls and women.