She's a strong advocate for victims both on screen and off.
And on Thursday, Law & Order: SVU star praised a young fan of her show for bravely fighting off a would-be kidnapper and sliming him with blue goo so he'd be recognizable to police.
After watching 11-year-old Alyssa Bonal from Florida talking about her ordeal on NBC's Today, Hargitay posted a tribute to the youngster on .
Law & Order: SVU star Mariska Hargitay praised a young fan of her show for bravely fighting off a would-be kidnapper and sliming him with blue goo so he'd be recognizable to police
The actress, 57, posted a tribute to 11-year-old Alyssa Bonel on Instagram after watching the youngster from Florida speak about her ordeal on NBC's Today on Thursday
'Alyssa, first and most important, I am so relieved and grateful to know that you are safe. And I am so honored to be part of your incredible story,' the actress wrote.
'You are one BRAVE, Strong and Smart young woman.
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