Inside Mariska Hargitay & Taylor Swift's Sweet Friendship

In this cute picture on Taylor Swift's Instagram, she shared her beloved kitty, calling her 'Captain Olivia Benson off duty'. It shows Taylor's friendship and admiration for Mariska.

Mariska congratulated Taylor on her birthday in December, showing their mutual support and affection on social media for each other's projects.

They've proven that age doesn't matter in friendship; what truly counts is the support and affection they share.

There's no denying that Mariska Hargitay is an honorary part of Taylor Swift's close-knit circle, often joining her at concerts and collaborative projects. Take, for instance, this image where they're seen sharing the stage with supermodel Cara Delevigne.

Taylor Swift isn't the only star Mariska Hargitay shares a close friendship with. Another close friend is Debra Messing, known for her role in 'Will & Grace.' They've known each other for years and even appeared together on-screen when Messing guest-starred on 'Law & Order: SVU.' However, their friendship deepened over time.

Their bond is so tight that their children get along like siblings, and their families often vacation together. This group of best friends also includes the talented Oscar winner Hilary Swank

The successful actresses have been friends for decades, having first met on the set of ER. Mariska had shared credits with Swank's then-husband, Chad Lowe, and would often visit him.

Since then, the two have become inseparable and have been there for each other through thick and thin. As Hilary Swank herself expressed, Mariska is not just a friend but family, always someone she can count on

After 20 years as the lead of the cast of Law & Order: SVU, Mariska has also developed great friendships with her fellow cast members. One of her greatest friends to date remains her partner Christopher Meloni. Despite no longer working together, the two are still close and even their families are very close.

Her other great friend is her co-star Kelli Giddish with whom, despite the fact that she entered the series much later, they have managed to establish a very close relationship. Both constantly show their affection on social networks with adorable and funny pictures.