Best known for her role as Olivia Benson on Law & Order: SVU, Mariska Hargitay has built a successful career in television. However, in recent years, the spotlight has also turned to her personal life, especially her marriage. So, who is Hargitay’s husband?
In this article, we will delve into the details about Mariska Hargitay’s husband, Peter Hermann.
Who is Mariska Hargitay’s husband?
Mariska Hargitay is married to Peter Hermann.
In 2024, Hargitay said that meeting Peter Hermann was one of the best things to happen in her life. Calling Hermann “the man of my dreams,” she shared, “I got married at 40. I had August [her eldest son] at 42. So it was like defying all the odds.” (via PEOPLE)
Here’s how many kids Mariska Hargitay and Peter Hermann have
Mariska Hargitay and her husband, Peter Hermann, are parents to three children.
On June 28, 2006, they welcomed their first child, a son named August Miklos Friedrich. Five years later, they chose to grow their family through adoption. In April 2011, they adopted a baby girl, Amaya Josephine. Just a few months later, in October 2011, they adopted a second child, a son named Andrew Nicolas.
Mariska Hargitay and Peter Hermann’s relationship explained
Mariska Hargitay and Peter Hermann’s story began on the set of Law & Order: SVU during its third season. Hargitay had already become a familiar face on the show as Detective Olivia Benson, while Hermann appeared briefly as defense attorney Trevor Langan. Their working relationship quickly turned personal after filming ended.
Hermann invited Hargitay to a church service, which became the first step in their romance. The pair started dating soon after and remained together for two years before getting married in 2004. Their wedding took place in Santa Barbara, California.
Since then, Hargitay and Hermann have built a strong partnership, frequently appearing together at public events and continuing to support one another.
Originally reported by Disheeta Maheshwari on ComingSoon.
