The Weekend Read: Mariska Hargitay’s Mom Jayne, Behind The Scenes On ‘The Pitt’, Reptile Traffickers And A Talk Show Legend’s Take On ‘Hacks’

If, like us, you love to kick back at the weekend with a long read, you’re in luck. Our new curated series The Weekend Read puts some of Deadline’s in-depth features all in one spot for your convenience.

Mariska Hargitay's mother, Jayne Mansfield, was one of the first major Hollywood stars to openly speak about the challenges of being a single mother in the entertainment industry.