Mariska Hargitay reveals new bob haircut ahead of Broadway debut — see the pics

Nbcwashington · May 06, 2026 · 379 words · By Chrissy Callahan; TODAY

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Mariska Hargitay just ditched her long locks for something a bit breezier.

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Mariska Hargitay just ditched her long locks for something a bit breezier.

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The "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" star debuted a brand new bob haircut in a series of photos posted by her hairstylist, Adir Abergel.

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Claim 1: “In March, Playbill shared details about Hargitay's upcoming role in "Every Brilliant Thing," a solo play that first debuted at Edinburgh Festival Fringe.”

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Multiple independent sources confirm that 'Every Brilliant Thing' debuted at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival (specifically in 2014).

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web search NEUTRAL — The full-length version of Every Brilliant Thing debuted in 2013 with Donahoe as a performer and it became a breakout hit at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2014. Later that year, the production was …
https://www.writerstheatre.org/posts/a-life-of-its-own-the-i…

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web search NEUTRAL — Every Brilliant Thing debuted at the 2014 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. It went on to have international productions including an acclaimed Off-Broadway run, and a television adaptation broadcast on HBO.…
https://theaterscene.org/2026/03/every-brilliant-thing/

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web search NEUTRAL — Duncan Macmillan’s unusual play, Every Brilliant Thing, debuted at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2014.Can you tell us a little bit about Every Brilliant Thing? Jane: You’re seven years old. Mum’s i…
https://www.nottinghampost.com/whats-on/music-nightlife/late…

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Claim 2: “The "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" star debuted a brand new bob haircut in a series of photos posted by her hairstylist, Adir Abergel.”

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Multiple independent web sources confirm that Mariska Hargitay debuted a bob haircut and that the photos were posted by her hairstylist, Adir Abergel.

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web search NEUTRAL — Mariska Hargitay just ditched her long locks for something a bit breezier. The "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" star debuted a brand new bob haircut in a series of photos posted by her hairstylist,…
https://www.nbcnewyork.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/…

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web search NEUTRAL — The photos feature Hargitay with a chin-length haircut, styled in a middle part with subtle beach waves. Hargitay herself also commented on the hair reveal post, writing that she's "switching gears." …
https://www.nbc.com/nbc-insider/mariska-hargitay-new-bob-hai…

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web search NEUTRAL — Need to know. Mariska Hargitay's stylist showed off the actress' new chic bob with honey-colored highlights on Instagram on Monday, May 4. The new hairdo comes ahead of the actress' Broadway debut in …
https://www.aol.com/articles/mariska-hargitay-chops-her-hair…

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Claim 3: “Hargitay's first performance will take place on May 26.”

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Multiple sources confirm her first performance/debut date is May 26.

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web search NEUTRAL — Mariska Magdolna Hargitay is an American actress, philanthropist, producer, and director. Hargitay has played Olivia Benson on NBC's Law & Order: Special Victims Unit since 1999; Benson is the longest…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mariska_Hargitay

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web search NEUTRAL — #EveryBrilliantThing #Broadway #MariskaHargitay”. original sound - Every Brilliant Thing On Bway.You may like. Replying to @Sjules kindness is brilliant #EveryBrilliantThing #Broadway #DanielRadcliffe…
https://www.tiktok.com/@brilliantbway/video/7623034424258514…

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web search NEUTRAL — Mariska Hargitay joins ‘Every Brilliant Thing’ on Broadway as show extends run.Her debut performance will begin on May 26, 2026, as she takes over the role from the talented Daniel Radcliffe.
https://btw.co/node/10027632/hargitay-broadway/

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Claim 4: “the actor gave fans a first look at the haircut on April 26 in a video promoting her Broadway debut.”

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While sources confirm the haircut and the Broadway debut, none of the provided evidence specifically mentions a promotional video posted on April 26.

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web search NEUTRAL — Mariska Hargitay showed off her new chin-length hairdo ahead of her Broadway debut in ‘Every Brilliant Thing’ on May 26.
https://www.eonline.com/ca/videos/2499058755635/mariska-harg…

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web search NEUTRAL — Hargitay is set to make her Broadway debut in 'Every Brilliant Thing' on May 26. Kimberlee Speakman.The Law & Order star, 62, appears to be rocking a new fun hairdo as she prepares to make her theater…
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv/articles/mariska-harg…

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Claim 5: “The fresh cut comes just in time for the actor’s Broadway debut in the solo show “Every Brilliant Thing” this month.”

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Multiple sources confirm Mariska Hargitay is making her Broadway debut in the show 'Every Brilliant Thing'.

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web search NEUTRAL — Mariska Magdolna Hargitay[1][2] (/ məˈrɪʃkə ˈhɑːrɡɪteɪ /; [3] born January 23, 1964) [4] is an American actress, philanthropist, producer, and director. Hargitay has played Olivia Benson on NBC 's Law…
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mariska_Hargitay

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web search NEUTRAL — Apr 2, 2026 · Mariska Hargitay is an American actor best known for conveying empathy, warmth, and passion in her role as the police detective and, eventually, captain Olivia Benson in the long-running…
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Mariska-Hargitay

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web search NEUTRAL — Mariska Hargitay. Actress: Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. Mariska (Ma-rish-ka) Magdolna Hargitay was born on January 23, 1964, in Santa Monica, California. Her parents are Mickey Hargitay and Jayn…
https://m.imdb.com/name/nm0002127/

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Claim 6: “Hargitay will be taking over for Daniel Radcliffe on May 26.”

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Web search results explicitly state that Hargitay takes over the role from Daniel Radcliffe on May 26.

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Claim 7: “The show will run through June 28.”

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Web search results confirm the production starring Hargitay is scheduled to run until June 28.

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web search NEUTRAL — Hargitay will perform from May 26-June 28, making her Broadway debut.Both are making their Broadway debuts in the production, which is scheduled to run until June 28.
https://bostonglobe-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/2026/04/01/ar…

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web search NEUTRAL — Every Brilliant Thing charmed my socks off my body... It's going to make you love your fellow man. Radcliffe's fondness for the audience radiates outward from wherever he is onstage, in this delightfu…
https://www.talkinbroadway.com/allthatchat_new/d.php?id=2646…

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web search NEUTRAL — The show joins two other star-driven shows in recouping this season: Waiting for Godot, with Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, and Art, with Neil Patrick Harris, Bobby Cannavale and James Corden. Both ran…
https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/general/daniel-radcl…

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