Date of Birth: November 4, 1937
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Loretta Swit is an American actress best known for her iconic role as Major Margaret “Hot Lips” Houlihan on the television series *M*A*S*H*. Born Loretta Jane Szwed in Passaic, New Jersey, Swit has had a distinguished career on stage, television, and film. She began her acting career in the theater, performing in Off-Broadway productions and regional theater before transitioning to television. Her role on *M*A*S*H* earned her two Emmy Awards and made her a household name. Beyond *M*A*S*H*, Swit has appeared in numerous television shows and has been a passionate advocate for animal rights, authoring books on the subject and working with various animal welfare organizations.
5 Interesting Facts about Loretta Swit
1. Loretta Swit is an accomplished watercolor artist and has exhibited her work in galleries across the United States.
2. She was awarded the Sarah Siddons Award for her work in Chicago theater.
3. Swit is a dedicated animal rights activist and has received multiple awards for her advocacy work.
4. She authored a book titled “SwitHeart: The Watercolour Artistry & Animal Activism of Loretta Swit”.
5. Loretta Swit performed in the national touring company of “Any Wednesday” alongside Don Knotts.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Loretta Swit
1. “I think laughter and tears are both spiritually uplifting.”
2. “I always loved acting. I loved being in plays and making people laugh or cry.”
3. “I believe in living a life full of compassion, love, and kindness.”
4. “The legacy of *M*A*S*H* is one of humanity and humor in the face of adversity.”
5. “Every animal has a right to live without pain and suffering.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Loretta Swit is estimated to be around $4 million.
Children
Loretta Swit does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Loretta Swit on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0842841/
2. [Loretta Swit’s Official Website](http://www.switheart.com/
3. [Loretta Swit on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loretta_Swit
