Mariska Hargitay Career Retrospective | Conversations at the SAG-AFTRA Foundation

Mariska Hargitay shares stories from her performances in ‘Seinfeld’, ‘ER’ and ‘Law & Order: SVU’ and more in this conversation about her acting career. Moderated by Jessica Radloff, Glamour. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors, filmmakers and students of discussions with performers, exploring the process and profession of acting.
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[@penigegolyz]

Never disappoints. Mariska hargitay is in a class by herself…this is why we adore her.

[@Parrish_Muhoberac]

Well said. And yes. She is the real deal. Behind the scenes. Lovely person.

[@scottantonucci]

My wife and I were in the audience for this interview. She was absolutely brilliant. I remain in awe of her professionalism, humor, compassion and deep understanding of her role on the show and in the world, and for the incredible impact she's had on this earth.

[@fbueller]

That is an amazing experience. Did Mariska interact with any audience members after the panel?

[@giulliagusman1866]

She's so funny! I could watch her talking for 10 hours and not get tired of it!

[@MsRachelMo]

I love that she’s so animated and comfortable that she forgets she’s holding her own mic. The longer it goes, the more she forgets the mic. She’s so cute.

[@kukrae]

Brilliant interview and Jessica Radloff was a great interviewer!! Now, let Jessica interview Mariska and Meloni *together*. And make it at least 2 hrs long lol

[@isabellec857]

Mariska shares stories filled with wisdom , laughter and truth . Always fun to watch.

[@Parrish_Muhoberac]

You should see the one where she is in a VAN with some other people and goes to this abandoned warehouse in Chicago, on some street corner in middle of nowhere. There are THOUSANDS of un-resolved sexual assault cases that haven't even been opened. Been sitting there for 20 years. It's incredible.

[@casseyboo89]

I fall in love with Mariska MORE AND MORE EVERYDAY. Shes so funny.

[@msrich_xo]

Mariska is such an inspiration and absolutely love being able to have watched her on SVU after these years. You can just tell she’s an incredible person on top of being an incredible actress. She feels like a fresh of breath air, someone so easy to talk to and the woman is FUNNY!! 😂

[@KaoKao97]

One of her best interviews ❤

[@shinixter]

We finally get Mariska Hargitay on here?! YES! :D

[@margueritebaca3921]

Yes, super fun interview. I love how Mariska owns her gifts, powers, and talents. I wanna play her slightly older sister. 😊😂

[@Parrish_Muhoberac]

Yeah, hey, as a GUY here, I wish I had her strength and will.

[@melissahollis6292]

So smart, so funny, so talented, so honest, so beautiful... She is mesmerizing.

[@Parrish_Muhoberac]

Yeah. I agree. Look, I'm a male here, and I absolutely respect everything she does. People think I'm obsessed sometimes haha.. but, in truth, what is wrong with supporting someone who really makes a difference to so many people?

[@ElisaSuarez-pe1xf]

the second she doesn’t have to be serious this woman is literally on crack and i love that for her

[@giselletech]

she really IS MAGIC!

[@sapphire5755]

Mariska is my favorite actor. She is amazing.

[@Bigaszm]

Best 1:28:14 of my life. She is magical!

[@isabellec857]

THe most awesome interview I saw with Mariska. Awesome. The host Jessica was awesome also with the questions and her great energy.

[@myrddinmekel206]

She's so funny & warmhearted (is that even a word?). Jessica is right, she's such an emphatic caring soul that some parts in the series can't be acted. Some parts Mariska comes through. I've already learned a lot from her. She's so wise, always has been in my opinion. I'm almost half her age so I think she's inspiring me too. 🙏💖

[@MissMagical344]

She is the opitome of good things in this world. Theres not a lot these days it seems but she just does it so well. An amazing human

[@user-qm8vt1dc2q]

Mariska and her husband first scene on svu was season 3 episode 17 in the interagashin room

[@naschellep]

"don't tell peter I didn't know" 😂😂😂😂

[@sarahhejab6596]

I Love Mariska Hargitay. She's Radiant, Blooming, and Glowing. She is rare in her own way which why I adore her

[@Parrish_Muhoberac]

Mariska, if you do read this.. I'm not the only one who is totally in love with you for all the right reasons. I have come across many interviews of yours, but this is by far the best, as it shows how you naturally represent yourself both off and on screen such as SVU. I've seen some of the other documentaries where you've been to Chicago personally investigating, with some friends, HUNDREDS of untouched REAL rape case files in what looks like an abandoned warehouse. When you said "I'VE GOT THIS ROLE" - well, THAT is why... Because you are for real, and you CARE. I think everybody respects you for that. WELL DONE, Mariska. The world loves you because you actually make a difference.

[@pilarremini4742]

Woow me encantó ❤tanto esta entrevista de una manera en la que no adelante ni pausé el vídeo ni un segundo. Mariska tu eres verdaderamente una estrella🌟 Gracias por tu magia.

[@firesoul1209]

yessss! this was everything 💓💓💓💓

[@daviacarter91]

I adore Mariska 💜💜💜

[@playlisasims]

Amooo ela demais ! Sou do Brasil 🇧🇷 Eu poderia assistir ela 5 horas seguidas. E adorei ela falando que quer cena de bebada na série da Olívia 😅😅😅😅

[@Taperia2]

I have loved this lady for so many years !!!!!!!! What a true “Talent” how humble and truly genuine !!!!! Class act !!!!!!

[@marialuisaperezvalles6134]

Que gran mujer❤

[@mikekillagreen9432]

I remember realizing later she was on Seinfeld. She can be funny too!

[@Parrish_Muhoberac]

Yeah that episode with the "ELAINE" audition was on the other night, and I'd forgotten how much time she had on screen (6 mins)!!! and of course, beautiful as always.

[@samsunggalaxyedge3333]

She had a sitcom in the mid 90's. Her character was so much different than Benson.

[@GabriellavanBerk]

I could listen to Mariska for hours

[@dakotac180]

Just a gorgeous badass. Love her. Also I really enjoy these in depth actor conversations.

[@brokeheartwolf3733]

❤❤❤❤Awesome Actress👍🏼👍🏼

[@deborabeatriz1189]

Muito diva ❤ Nunca decepciona

[@fbueller]

I wish there had been a couple questions about Marissa’s early experience with beauty pageants.

[@Antigone-yp6ht]

Fun interview

[@naschellep]

OMG she's so funny 😂😂😂😂 especially when she told the hair story OMG 😂😂😂😂

[@Parrish_Muhoberac]

hahahahaha yeah.

[@shawnthompson940]

Nah but she really is funny! Can we get an SUV musical episode!

[@kayleepletsch1356]

Yesssssss I love her singing voice!

[@martaziggy]

My Hero💚💙....Mariska is the very best!!!

[@fbueller]

Is the sizzle reel that was presented available online?

[@aracelisandoval9849]

Soy una admiradora de esta gran actriz...me encantaría una foto junto a ella...que siga con sus éxitos..su serie es mi preferida.. bendiciones

[@aracelisandoval9849]

Saludos desde México

[@alexandraanderson3988]

3:38 I'm just getting started 😂😂😂😅😊❤ it sounds like she watches criminal minds evolution the new series LMAOO

[@brandyl2183]

Anyone know when this interview took place?

[@RobinSk8s]

It’s pretty recent - I think around the time that the season finale aired.

[@CherriePetty]

I get the trust with law and order character, before law order I have seen all the other roles she has done,has she thought about trying other things now???

[@Parrish_Muhoberac]

oh, she'll never quit. and she doesn't sound or look or seem at ALL like her passions will ever come to a close. She is DRIVEN. Like Corey Glover from LIVING COLOUR - he's 64 and he has a new metal band Sonic Universe. Who expected that either? Maybe she will do a METAL BAND too!!!~!!1!! I'd love to hear it

[@carolineroellinghoff377]

I love the drunk acting 😅

[@arithasu9069]

Need Mattbomer and Jonathan Bailey for fellow travelers together pls after Emmy nom announcement since Jonny is shooting JW in June . Pls sag