Loretta Swit, beloved for her role as Major Margaret Houlihan on MASH*, has passed away at the age of 87. Known for her fierce yet vulnerable portrayal of the head nurse during the Korean War, Swit’s legacy as a trailblazer for women in television is unmatched. Her unforgettable performance in the series finale, which was watched by a record 106 million viewers, remains a historic moment in TV history. Let’s take a moment to remember the profound impact she had both on and off the screen.