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Loretta Switt, who starred in the TV series “M*a*s*h” as the witty Margaret “Hot Lips” Hoolihan, has died. She was 87 years old.
The actress’s spokesman confirmed to Fox News Digital that Swit passed away at her New York City home on Friday. Suspicion of the cause of death is a natural cause.
In her lifetime, Swit has received several awards for acting, including The People’s Choice Award, The Genie Award, The Silver Satellite Award, The Jean Golden Halo Award, The Pacific Broadcasters Award, and two Emmy Awards. With 10 Emmy Award nominations and four Golden Globe nominations, she recently won her third Career Achievement Award.
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Loretta Switt will be attending the opening night of “Hanna Gasby: Woof!” On October 6th, 2024, at the Abrons Arts Center in New York City. (Bruce Glikas/Getty Images)
Swit has made his Broadway debut previously “At the same time, next year,” we went across from Ted Bessel and toured with Susan Hayward and Celeste Holm. She continued to play the title roles of “Beans” in New York and Pennsylvania.
Her television career boasts over 25 films. She appeared with Sam Waterston in Games Mother Never You, Hell Hath No Fury, Barbara Eden, Rip Torn, Dreams of Gold, Cliff Robertson, and Patty Duke’s Friends of Gold. Swit also appeared in “The Muppet Show” with Kermit The Frog and Miss Piggy.
The cast of “M*a*s*h” filming the final episode. (Photo: Paul Harris/Getty Images)
She starred in Jacqueline Bissett, “Freebee and Bean “James Kern and Alan Arkin” in “Stand Up” and “Count.” Bronson Pinchott.
Loretta Switt was in the television series “M*a*s*H” from around 1972, as Major Margaret Hoolihan and Larry Linville (1939-20000) and Major Frank Burns. (CBS Photo Archives/Getty Images)
The same was true for Swit He is known for his passion for animals. She founded the Swithetheart Animal Alliance to prevent cruelty and end the suffering of animals. She also recognized other nonprofit organizations and programs that protected and rescued animals in need, as well as the preservation of wildlife. She created the critically acclaimed art book “Swithetheart,” featuring 65 full-color paintings and paintings. It raised money for many animal causes. She also launched Swithetheart, a scented Swithetheart, where all the proceeds go to Swithetheart.
In 2023, Swit spoke to Fox News Digital about Major Margaret’s famous nickname.
The TV series “M*A*S*H” premiered on September 17, 1972. (CBS via Getty Images)
“I understand that nicknames come with great love and admiration for the character,” Hoshi explained at the time. “But it was insulting as far as I am concerned. She wasn’t merely anatomy. She’s a US Army major and should not be underestimated.”
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“This was a woman who had ranks and wanted to work hard and get better at her job,” Swit said. “She was an inspiration. I was proud of her. I was proud to represent all the service women there. I wanted to make a difference.”
Swit said she was proud too Being a part of a famous sitcom, Too many were worried that the nickname would mask the heroic efforts of real-life service women and disregard them by the punchline.
Loretta Switt wanted her character to be more than just a punchline to respect the service woman. (CBS via Getty Images)
“I didn’t want those women to be underestimated,” Swit reflected. “Obviously people are going to see it differently. Margaret didn’t see it [the nickname] As a compliment. She thought it was rude. So, yes, I would say it was never a comfortable zone. ”
Loretta Jane Schwed was born on November 4th, 1937 in Passaic, New Jersey. (Paul Archuleta/Getty Images)
Looking back, Swit even admitted to show writers to phase out “Hot Lips.”
“I think my patience was probably very annoying,” she laughed. “But I felt that was important to women who support our country. I kept telling the writers, “She’s more than this.” ”
Actresses Loretta Switt and Betty White will pos for photos at the 12th Annual Safari Brunch, a fundraiser for Wildlife Waystation, held at the Playboy Mansion in Beverly Hills, California on October 14, 2006. (Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for the Wildlife Waystation)
“M*a*s*h” was based on A 1968 novel by Richard Hookerwhich led to the 1970 film under the same name. The series, set during the Korean War, aired from 1972 to 1983. The finale was viewed in over 60% of US homes.
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Loretta Switt has been in touch with veterans for many years. (CBS Photo Archives/Getty Images)
For many years, Swit kept in touch with veterans. Many also flock to her appearance. Those encounters, she said, went on a fight to throw away the “Hot Lips” title.
“I’ve been working for a long time World War II Veterinarian And I got to know them really well,” she explained. Many of them have returned to their foreign life. It took a long time to grasp the situation. They endured so much that many faced those struggles in silence. It was an honor in my life to help bring their stories out there.
Jamie Farr and Loretta Swit will be taking part in the arrival of the 2018 Daytime Emmy Awards held in Pasadena, California on April 29, 2018. (David Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)
“It was a privilege and an honor to meet many of these amazing heroes. They are still my heroes,” she explained. “The very fact that military men and women are on the forefront and say, ‘I will give you my life.’ That is the ultimate sacrifice. And we don’t appreciate them enough. They give our country their lives. These are the best friends I have ever had.
From left: Alan Alda will be as Captain Benjamin Hawk Key Pierce, Wayne Rogers, Captain Trapper John McIntyre and Loretta Switt and as Major Margaret Hourihan. (CBS Photo Archives/Getty Images)
“I often quote this wonderful thing that I read a lot,” she continued. “It’s a statement. “What are veterans? Veterans are those who wrote blank checks made in the United States at once, and blank checks that gave them the total for their lives.” That’s what I meant to say, “Why can’t our servicemen and women make you emotional?”
Swit said, Listen to veterans It “strengthened” her life.
Loretta will be suited at the Hollywood Museum, celebrating the book’s release in 2017. (Tasia Wells/Getty Images)
“It gives you such a deep appreciation to our country, even after they return home, for the sacrifices they have made,” she said. “It can be hard to absorb their stories, but they need us. Many of them are misunderstood, and simple appreciation comes a very long way.”
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Loretta Switt was born to hone immigrants. She first performed on stage at the age of seven. (Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)
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While Swit played the Army brat on television, the role gave her more than fame, she pointed out.
“It introduced me to the real experiences of our military and women,” she said. “And I got so many friends along the way. These friendships last forever. And it was a real gift.”
