Mariska Hargitay, famed “Law & Order: SVU” actress, has revealed in a new documentary that Mickey Hargitay isn’t her biological father—a truth she and the public have long misunderstood.

A woman’s world is shaken when her husband’s decades-old affair comes back into focus, leading her to distance herself from family gatherings. In another heart-wrenching scenario, a sister grapples with resentment after being kept from her dying brother. These stories highlight the enduring impact of family secrets and the crucial need for open communication.