Mariska Hargitay gained recognition from her recurring role on NBC's popular series "ER" as Dr. Greene's sometimes naïve girlfriend, Cynthia Hooper, in the 1997-98 season. Hargitay also earned notice as a cast regular in comedy series "Can't Hurry Love," starring Nancy McKeon, as well as for her roles on the popular series "Falcon Crest" and "Prince Street." The 2006 Emmy Winner for Lead Actress in a Drama Series, 2005 Golden Globe Winner for Lead Actress in a Drama Series, as well as the 2004 and 2005 Emmy Nominee, and 2004 Screen Actors Guild Nominee for Lead Actress, Mariska portrays Detective Olivia Benson in the hit drama series "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit."
Olivia Benson works as a detective in the Special Victims Unit, which investigates sex crimes. Her undercover alias is Rachel Martin. She is tough, compassionate, and completely dedicated to her job, to the point that she has no personal life of which to speak.