Mariska Hargitay in 2008
In 2008, Mariska Hargitay was the lead actress on the long-running NBC drama Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. She played Detective Olivia Benson, a role she had held since 2000.
Salary and Earnings
By 2008, Hargitay was among the highest-paid actresses on network television. Reports indicated her annual salary was in the range of $10 million to $12 million, reflecting the show’s strong ratings.
Public Appearances and Projects
During 2008, Hargitay continued promoting SVU and supporting charitable causes, including the Joyful Heart Foundation. She also made select red-carpet and award-show appearances, maintaining a steady public profile. For more background, see her biography on IMDb.
