Loretta Swit Remembered By M*A*S*H Co-Stars As ‘Family’ After Her Death At 87

Loretta Swit passed away on May 30 at the age of 87. The actress played Major Margaret Houlihan on M*A*S*H in 1972 and became the fans’ favorite. As news of her death spread, her longtime co-stars from the television series wrote touching tributes, reflecting on the bond they shared over the show’s 11-year run and after it ended.

During the M*A*S*H’s early seasons, Swit’s character was often reduced to a nickname. However, through her determination to helping the writers change the stereotype, she helped transform Margaret Houlihan into a better woman. Alan Alda (as Hawkeye Pierce in the sitcom) was among the first to honor Swit.

Tributes to Loretta Swit

Loretta Swit’s role in M*A*S*H earned her global recognition, including ten consecutive Emmy nominations and two wins. But what stood