Loretta Swit ... Loretta Swit (born Loretta Jane Szwed; November 4, 1937 – May 30, 2025) was an American stage and television actress.

Best known for playing the role of Major Margaret Houlihan in M*A*S*H, Swit was eventually cast in a variety of film and television roles. In May 2025, the actress died at the age of 87.

Equally versatile at comedy and drama, Loretta Swit was born on November 4, 1937, in Passaic, New Jersey. Her parents, Polish immigrants, were not in favor of her making a stab at a show …

May 30, 2025 · Loretta Swit, the actress who won hearts – and two Emmy Awards – for her portrayal of Major Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan on the TV classic "M*A*S*H," died May 30, …

May 30, 2025 · Loretta Swit, known as Margaret 'Hot Lips' Houlihan on 'MASH,' has passed away at 87. Alan Alda and Mike Farrell paid her heartfelt tributes.

May 30, 2025 · Swit portrayed the quick-witted Maj. Margaret Houlihan on one of TV's most honored series and collected a number of awards for the "M*A*S*H" role, including two Emmys.

May 30, 2025 · Alan Alda paid tribute to the "supremely talented" Loretta Swit, who co-starred on "M*A*S*H." The Emmy-winning actress died May 30 at age 87.