Cassandra Peterson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 17, 1951 |
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| Age | 74 |
| Birthplace | Manhattan, Kansas, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Cassandra Peterson's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Elvira, Mistress of the Dark on TV and in films |
Intro
Cassandra Peterson is an American actress, singer, and performer best known for her persona as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, a cult horror hostess character she originated on television and later in films. With her gothic look and comedic persona, she became an icon in the horror and camp entertainment genres.
Early Life & Background
Cassandra Peterson was born in Manhattan, Kansas. She showed an early interest in show business, performing as a go-go dancer in local clubs during her teenage years. After graduating high school, she moved to Las Vegas, where she became the youngest showgirl in the city's history at age 17, performing in the renowned 'Vive Les Girls' revue at the Dunes Hotel.
Career Highlights
- Originating and playing Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, on 'Elvira's Movie Macabre' (1981–86)
- Starring in the feature films 'Elvira: Mistress of the Dark' (1988) and 'Elvira's Haunted Hills' (2001)
- Appearances on numerous TV shows and specials, including 'The Tonight Show' and 'RuPaul’s Drag Race'
- Publishing her memoir 'Yours Cruelly, Elvira' in 2021
Trivia
- Peterson auditioned for and lost the role of Ginger Grant in the TV movie 'Rescue from Gilligan's Island'.
- She is a vegetarian and an advocate for animal rights.
- In her memoir, she publicly came out as being in a long-term relationship with a woman.
FAQs
People also ask
Cassandra Peterson is 74 years old.
Cassandra Peterson was born the 17 September 1951.
Manhattan, Kansas, United States.
On Her Birth-Day
About September 17th, 1951, in brief:
- Historical events: The Puerto Rico Constitutional Convention commenced on September 17, 1951, to draft a constitution for the island. This event marked a significant step towards self-governance and political autonomy for Puerto Rico. The convention concluded with the approval of the constitution in 1952.
- Day of the week: September 17th, 1951 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: And So to Sleep Again by Patti Page
- Popular movie: A Streetcar Named Desire directed by Elia Kazan
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