The Untold Story Of Mariska Hargitay’s 5 Siblings: Where Are Jayne Marie, Zoltan, And Mickey Jr. Now?
Mariska Hargitay, the iconic star of *Law & Order: Special Victims Unit*, is the most publicly known member of a fascinating and complex Hollywood family. As of December 19, 2025, the enduring interest in her lineage is fueled by the tragic yet glamorous history of her parents, screen siren Jayne Mansfield and former Mr. Universe, Mickey Hargitay. The actress shares this unique legacy with five other siblings, a close-knit group who have navigated the shadows of their famous parents in vastly different ways.
The Hargitay-Mansfield children share a bond forged by their mother’s shocking death in a 1967 car crash, an accident that Mariska and two of her brothers survived. This shared experience, recently explored in the documentary *My Mom Jayne*, connects a family tree that spans multiple marriages and generations of show business talent. Unraveling the lives of Mariska’s five brothers and sisters reveals a story of shared trauma, diverse careers, and an unbreakable familial tie.
Mariska Hargitay’s Complete Family Biography and Siblings List
Mariska Magdolna Hargitay was born on January 23, 1964, in Santa Monica, California. Her parents were the famed actress and 1950s sex symbol Jayne Mansfield and Hungarian-American bodybuilder and actor Mickey Hargitay (Miklós Hargitay). Mariska is the youngest of the three children born to this high-profile couple, but she is one of six total children who share either her mother or father.
- Full Name: Mariska Magdolna Hargitay
- Date of Birth: January 23, 1964
- Place of Birth: Santa Monica, California, U.S.
- Parents: Jayne Mansfield (Mother), Mickey Hargitay (Father)
- Spouse: Peter Hermann (m. 2004)
- Children: August Miklos Friedrich Hermann, Amaya Josephine Hermann (Adopted), Andrew Nicolas Hargitay Hermann (Adopted)
- Known For: Olivia Benson on *Law & Order: Special Victims Unit* (*SVU*)
- Siblings (5 total):
- Full Brothers (Shared Parents: Jayne Mansfield & Mickey Hargitay): Miklós "Mickey" Hargitay Jr., Zoltán Anthony Hargitay.
- Half-Sister (Mother’s Side, from Paul Mansfield): Jayne Marie Mansfield.
- Half-Brother (Mother’s Side, from Matt Cimber): Antonio "Tony" Cimber.
- Half-Sister (Father’s Side, from Mary Birge): Tina West.
The Two Full Brothers: Mickey Jr. and Zoltan Hargitay
Mariska’s closest siblings are her two older full brothers, Miklós "Mickey" Hargitay Jr. and Zoltán "Zoltan" Anthony Hargitay. The three of them were in the back seat of the car when their mother, Jayne Mansfield, died tragically in 1967. This shared, life-altering event has created an enduring and unique bond between them, which Mariska has often spoken about publicly.
Mickey Hargitay Jr.: The Bodybuilder Turned Green Thumb
Mickey Hargitay Jr., born in 1958, initially followed in his father’s footsteps. His father, Mickey Hargitay, was a former Mr. Universe, and Mickey Jr. also became a bodybuilder, even earning the title of Mr. Universe at one point. He also dabbled in acting, appearing in the 1980 film *The Jayne Mansfield Story* alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Today, however, Mickey Jr. has chosen a path away from the spotlight. He is known for running a successful Hollywood landscape and gardening business. This career shift demonstrates the diverse paths the Mansfield-Hargitay children have taken, finding success and contentment outside of the traditional Hollywood structure that defined their parents' lives.
Zoltan Hargitay: The Carpenter Behind the Scenes
Zoltan Hargitay, born in 1960, is the middle child of Jayne Mansfield and Mickey Hargitay. Like his brother, Zoltan also works in the entertainment industry, but he prefers to stay behind the camera. He is a skilled carpenter and works on Hollywood sets, contributing to the magic of filmmaking without being a public face.
Zoltan’s relationship with Mariska is particularly significant, as their bond was highlighted in the 2024 HBO documentary *My Mom Jayne*. The film, which explores the life and legacy of their mother, Jayne Mansfield, features an emotional conversation between Mariska and Zoltan as they discuss their parents' complex relationship and the trauma of the accident they survived as children.
The Three Half-Siblings: Jayne Marie, Tony Cimber, and Tina West
Mariska Hargitay’s family unit is further expanded by three half-siblings, each from a different marriage of her parents. This blending of families is a testament to the complicated and intertwined personal lives of Jayne Mansfield and Mickey Hargitay.
Jayne Marie Mansfield: The Eldest Sister Who Carries the Torch
Jayne Marie Mansfield, born in 1950, is the eldest of all the siblings and Mariska’s half-sister on her mother's side. She is the daughter of Jayne Mansfield’s first marriage to Paul Mansfield. As the oldest, Jayne Marie has often been the one to speak about their mother's legacy and her own experiences growing up in the spotlight.
Jayne Marie has worked as an actress and model, and she is noted for attending her mother's funeral in 1967, being the only one of the five children to do so. In recent years, she has been described as continuing to explore new creative ventures and opportunities within the entertainment industry, keeping her passion for the arts unwavering.
Antonio "Tony" Cimber: The Brother from the Third Marriage
Antonio "Tony" Cimber is Mariska’s half-brother, the son of Jayne Mansfield and her third husband, director Matt Cimber. Tony was born in 1965, just two years before his mother's death. He has largely kept a low profile compared to his famous siblings, but he is a recognized figure within the family.
Tony Cimber's story is an important part of the Mansfield family narrative, as he, along with his full brothers, Mickey Jr. and Zoltan, and half-sister Mariska, represents the children who were in the car during the fatal accident. His presence in the family highlights the multi-layered relationships that defined their childhood.
Tina West: The Half-Sister from Mickey Hargitay’s First Family
Tina West is Mariska’s half-sister on her father’s side. She is the daughter of Mickey Hargitay’s first marriage to Mary Birge, an acrobat whom he married in 1948 and divorced in 1956, before he met Jayne Mansfield.
Tina West is the oldest of all the Hargitay siblings, born in 1949. While details about her current professional life are less public than her Hollywood-based siblings, she is an acknowledged member of the family. Her inclusion in family gatherings, such as Mariska’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, confirms her close bond with her younger half-sister, Mariska Hargitay.
The Enduring Legacy of the Hargitay-Mansfield Children
The six children of Jayne Mansfield and Mickey Hargitay—Mariska, Mickey Jr., Zoltan, Jayne Marie, Tony Cimber, and Tina West—represent one of Hollywood's most fascinating and resilient families. Despite the early tragedy and the intense public scrutiny that followed, they have maintained a strong connection.
Mariska Hargitay, through her work on *SVU* and her powerful advocacy through the Joyful Heart Foundation, has channeled her mother's legacy into a force for good. However, the success of her siblings in their respective fields—from Zoltan's craftsmanship to Mickey Jr.'s landscaping business and Jayne Marie's continued artistic pursuits—proves that the family’s talent and determination extend far beyond the acting spotlight. Their collective story is a powerful narrative of survival, resilience, and the enduring nature of family bonds.
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