Born on November 4, 1937, in Passaic, New Jersey, she is an American actress best known for her iconic role as Major Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan on the hit TV series "M*A*S*H," which aired from 1972 to 1983. Her performance earned her two Emmy Awards. Before her television success, she studied drama in Manhattan and appeared in various stage productions. Beyond acting, she is an animal rights activist and has released a book on needlepoint. Throughout her career, she has remained a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.