Swit.
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Loretta Swit, beloved for her groundbreaking role as Major Margaret “Hot Lips” Houlihan on M*A*S*H, died on May 30, 2025.
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Swit’s portrayal of Major Houlihan helped transform the character from a punchline to a powerful presence—one of the first truly complex female figures in primetime comedy.
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Behind the scenes, Swit was a vocal advocate for gender equity, pushing for deeper storylines for women both in the writers’ room and onscreen.
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Over the show's 11-season run, Swit was nominated for an Emmy every season, winning twice, in 1980 and 1982.
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According to PETA’s website, Swit “worked with many animal charities and had her own called ‘SwitHeart Animal Alliance.’
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