Mariska Hargitay, known for her role in “Law & Order,” shared her profound connection with her late mother, Jayne Mansfield, expressing how motherhood became a healing experience. Mariska, who resembled her mother remarkably, was only three when a tragic car crash claimed Jayne’s life at 34.

Born Vera Jayne Palmer in 1933, Jayne Mansfield, a 1950s-60s icon, married Hungarian weightlifter Mickey Hargitay in 1958. Their union produced three children, including Mariska. Despite their separation in 1964, Jayne delayed divorce proceedings upon discovering her third pregnancy. Mariska was born amidst this challenging period, leading to the eventual divorce of her parents.

Describing Mariska in her book, Jayne emphasized their physical resemblance, sharing a warm motherly sentiment. Tragically, Jayne’s life was cut short in a car crash in 1967 while traveling from a nightclub appearance to a shoot. Despite the loss, Mariska finds solace and connection in the shared aspects of their lives.