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Mariska Hargitay Reveals Shocking Family Secrets in Documentary

5/23/2025

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Mariska Hargitay uncovers profound family secrets in her heartfelt documentary "My Mom Jayne." She learns that her biological father is Nelson Sardelli, not the man who raised her, Mickey Hargitay. This poignant film honors her late mother, Jayne Mansfield, who tragically passed away in a car accident when Mariska was just three years old.

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Mariska Hargitay uncovers profound family secrets in her heartfelt documentary "My Mom Jayne." She learns that her biological father is Nelson Sardelli, not the man who raised her, Mickey Hargitay. This poignant film honors her late mother, Jayne Mansfield, who tragically passed away in a car accident when Mariska was just three years old.