In a touching display of friendship amid recovery, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit star Mariska Hargitay paid a personal visit to U.S. skiing legend Lindsey Vonn in the hospital on February 16, 2026—over a week after Vonn’s devastating crash at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.
The pair shared a sweet black-and-white photo on their Instagram Stories, capturing a close, comforting moment with Hargitay leaning in beside Vonn in her hospital bed. Vonn added three heart emojis to her repost, signaling deep appreciation, while the image quickly garnered widespread praise online for highlighting the power of supportive friendships during tough times.
The visit comes as Vonn, 41, continues her grueling rehabilitation from a complex tibia fracture in her left leg, sustained just 13 seconds into her women’s downhill run on February 8. The high-speed crash—triggered when she hooked a gate—led to an airlift to a hospital in Treviso, Italy, where she has undergone four surgeries so far, with at least one more planned upon returning to the United States.
Hargitay, 62, has been a vocal supporter throughout Vonn’s ordeal. She attended the Olympics to cheer on her friend (whom she affectionately called her “Galentine” in a recent post), reacted visibly in shock during the live broadcast of the crash, and previously called Vonn a “superhero” after one of her earlier surgery updates. Their bond has been evident in recent years, including Vonn attending the premiere of Hargitay’s documentary My Mom Jayne in 2025.
Vonn’s latest social shares emphasize gratitude and small joys in recovery—family, friends, medical staff, and everyday moments like laughter and simple pampering—while she maintains an optimistic outlook with no regrets about competing despite a pre-Games ACL tear.
The celebrity visit has resonated deeply with fans, amplifying messages of solidarity and resilience. As Vonn prepares to head home for continued treatment, moments like Hargitay’s thoughtful drop-in serve as a reminder that even in the toughest recoveries, the support of true friends can make all the difference. 💪❤️⛷️
