Loretta Swit, the Emmy-winning actress best known for her role as Major Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan on the television series "MAS*H," passed away at the age of 87 on May 30, 2025, at her home in New York City, reportedly from natural causes.
Born Loretta Jane Szwed on November 4, 1937, in Passaic, New Jersey, Swit was the daughter of Polish immigrants. She studied at Katharine Gibbs College and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts before beginning her acting career. Swit gained prominence in 1972 with her role in "MAS*H," where she portrayed the head nurse in a mobile Army surgical hospital during the Korean War. Her character evolved from a one-dimensional figure to a complex, empowered woman, earning her two Emmy Awards out of ten nominations.
Beyond "MAS*H," Swit had a diverse career in television, film, and theater. She originated the role of Detective Christine Cagney in the first "Cagney & Lacey" TV movie and appeared in v#HotLipsHoulihan
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Swit was married to actor Dennis Holahan from 1983 until their divorce in 1995 and had no children. Her legacy includes not only her memorable performances but also her contributions to animal welfare and the portrayal of strong female characters on television.
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