M*A*S*H icon Loretta Swit dies at 87
Friday, May 30, 2025, 3:22 pm
The entertainment world mourns the loss of Loretta Swit, the Emmy-winning actress famed for her role as Major Margaret Houlihan on M*A*S*H. Her death marks the end of an era for fans who adored her steely presence and wry humor on one of television’s most enduring series.
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Loretta Swit led a decades-long celebrated acting career where she advocated for animal rights. The actress passed away on May 30 at her home in New York City.
Swit won two Emmys for her performance as Margaret 'Hot Lips' Houlihan on "M*A*S*H."
Swit's representative said in a statement her death was likely from natural causes.
Loretta Swit, who won two Emmy Awards playing Major Margaret Houlihan on the pioneering hit TV series “M.A.S
Loretta Swit, who played Maj. Margaret Houlihan on the TV series "M*A*S*H," has died, a representative for her confirmed to CBS News. She was 87.
Loretta Swit played Maj. Margaret Houlihan on the TV series "M*A*S*H."
Loretta Swit, Emmy-winner who played Houlihan on pioneering TV series ‘M.A.S.H.,’ has died at 87 CNN
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