NEW YORK -- Loretta Swit, the actress best known for her role as Major Margaret Houlihan on the acclaimed television series "M*A*S*H," died Friday at her home in New York City, her publicist said. She was 87.

The cause of death was preliminarily suspected to be natural causes, according to a police report, her spokesperson said. A coroner's investigation was pending.

During her long career, Swit was honored with such recognition as the People's Choice Award, Genie Award, Silver Satellite Award, Jean Golden Halo Award, Pacific Broadcasters Award, and two Emmy Awards. With 10 Emmy nominations and four nominations for the Golden Globe, she most recently has received her third Career Achievement Award.

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