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Cassandra Peterson, born on September 17, 1951, is an American actress, writer and singer, best known for her iconic portrayal of the horror hostess character Elvira, Mistress of the Dark. Born in Manhattan, Kansas, Peterson began her career as a showgirl and model before landing her breakthrough role as Elvira in the 1981 horror-comedy film “Elvira, Mistress of the Dark.” With her vampish persona, revealing black dress, and macabre sense of humor, Elvira became a cultural phenomenon and an enduring symbol of Halloween.
Beyond her role as Elvira, Cassandra Peterson has enjoyed a diverse career in entertainment, appearing in numerous films, television shows, and music videos. She has lent her distinctive voice to animated characters in cartoons and video games and has made guest appearances on popular television series such as “The Fall Guy” and “Fantasy Island.” Peterson has also released music albums and written several books, including her memoir “Yours Cruelly, Elvira: Memoirs of the Mistress of the Dark.”
In addition to her work in entertainment, Cassandra Peterson is a passionate advocate for animal welfare and has supported various animal rescue organizations throughout her career. She is also an accomplished businesswoman, with her Elvira character inspiring a successful brand that includes merchandise, comic books, and even a pinball machine. With her captivating persona, entrepreneurial spirit, and enduring appeal, Cassandra Peterson has solidified her status as a pop culture icon and continues to entertain and inspire fans around the world.
Path to fame
Peterson gained fame on Los Angeles television station KHJ-TV in her stage persona as Elvira, hosting Elvira’s Movie Macabre, a weekly B movie presentation.1Source: wikipedia.org
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BIRTHDAY
September 17, 1951 (age 73)
BORN
Manhattan, Kansas, United States (Map)
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EDUCATION
- Palmer High School (1969) (Map)
- The Groundlings (Map)
POLITICAL VIEWS
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Nationality
American
Ethnicity
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EYE COLOR
Blue
HAIR COLOR
Red
HEIGHT
5ft 5 ½ (166.4 cm) 2Source: celebheights.com
WEIGHT
58 kg (128 lbs)
DIET
Vegetarian
Breasts-Waist-Hips
38-26-37 inches (97-66-94 cm) 3Source: bodymeasurements.org
BRA SIZE
34D 4Source: bodymeasurements.org
HANDEDNESS
Right-handed 5Source: gettyimages.ca
TATTOOS
Yes 6Source: twitter.com
SMOKE
Yes
NET WORTH
$3 Million (2021) 7Source: celebritynetworth.com
Faith
Unknown
languages spoken
English
IQ
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House
Los Angeles, California, US (Map)
Daily routine
Unknown
Sexual Orientation
Bisexual 8Source: nylon.com
Dating history
Mark Pierson (1981 – 2003), Teresa Wierson (2002), Bill Cable, Pinhead 9Source: whosdatedwho.com
Personal Quotes
People come up to me at conventions and say, ‘I was such an outcast, I felt like such a geek, and when I saw you, you made me feel like such a normal person.’ It’s my favorite thing to hear, because that’s how I felt when I was a kid. If Goth would’ve been around, I would’ve definitely been Goth. But there wasn’t such a thing, so I was just weird.
Horror, for me, has to involve some sort of fantasy. Horror is something that is in your dreams or your nightmares.
If I retire doing the character, I don’t think the character has to retire. There will still be caricatures of Elvira. You know, Dracula still works, and he’s dead.
If ever there was a holiday that deserves to be commercialized, it’s Halloween. We haven’t taken it away from kids. We’ve just expanded it so that the kid in adults can enjoy it, too.
QUI have a thing about underwear. I have to wear thongs. Since I was a showgirl in Las Vegas, and I was wearing G-strings all the time, I got this thing where I cannot stand to have on regular underwear. It drives me out of my mind. OTE 10Source: azquotes.com
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Biography
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Filmography
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‘Elvira’ Star Cassandra Peterson Is Relieved After Revealing 19-Year Relationship with Woman
Fun Facts
Her Mother Owned A Costume Shop
She Was Badly Burned In A Childhood Accident
Elvis Gave Her Career Advice
She Worked With Federico Fellini
She Lost Her Virginity To Tom Jones 11Source: screenrant.com
Fun Facts
1. Cassandra Peterson worked as a showgirl at the age of 17 in Las Vegas, appearing in shows with performers like Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra.
2. She was discovered by filmmaker Federico Fellini, who offered her a role in his film “Fellini Satyricon.”
3. Peterson appeared as a dancer in the James Bond film “Diamonds Are Forever” (1971).
4. She is a skilled accordion player and has showcased her musical talents in various performances.
5. Cassandra Peterson provided the voice for the character “Babe” in the animated film “Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween.”
7. Peterson was the first guest on the television show “Mystery Science Theater 3000,” where she introduced the film “Catalina Caper.”
8. She has appeared in music videos for artists such as Tom Jones and Meat Loaf.
9. Cassandra Peterson is an ordained minister and has officiated weddings in character as Elvira.
10. She has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, honoring her contributions to the entertainment industry as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark.
