Cassandra Peterson - Wikipedia
Cassandra Gay Peterson[1] (/ kəˈsɑːndrə ˈpiːtɜːrsən / kuh-SAHN-druh; born September 17, 1951) is an American actress best known for her portrayal of the horror hostess character Elvira, Mistress of the …
About — Elvira, Mistress of the Dark
She most recently produced and starred in Thirteen Nights of Elvira for Hulu. Played by actress/writer Cassandra Peterson, Elvira has carved out a niche in popular culture that is sure to endure for …
Where Is Elvira Now? Inside the Mistress of the Dark's Life Today
Dec 6, 2024 · In 1988, Elvira: Mistress of the Dark, a feature film revolving around her sexy, gothic character was released. Now, she’s a pop culture icon (and a common Halloween costume) in her …
Cassandra Peterson - IMDb
Cassandra Peterson. Actress: Elvira: Mistress of the Dark. Cassandra Peterson was born in Manhattan, Kansas, and grew up in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She began her career at age 17 as the …
Elvira interview: Elvis, a cookbook and her one regret | AP News
Cassandra Peterson has entertained fans as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, for over four decades. She developed the character in the 1980s after leaving her showgirl career, partly due to advice from …
Why Cassandra Peterson Quit Dressing Up as Elvira - Parade
Oct 6, 2025 · Cassandra Peterson, also known as Elvira, the Mistress of the Dark, exclusively tells Parade why she put the 'kibosh on it finally.'
Stunning and Spooky Photos of the Horror Icon: Elvira
Dec 10, 2024 · Elvira was a horror persona created by Cassandra Peterson. She was an intriguing mix of humor, horror, and sex appeal which turned her into one of the most iconic images in entertainment.
Facts About Cassandra Peterson, The Real Elvira - Factinate
May 26, 2025 · Horror film fans would know Cassandra Peterson as the sultry, silly, and sinister horror hostess Elvira. But, behind her sable black hair and creepy cleavage, Peterson’s real life was equally …
Elvira Then and Now: Cassandra's Yearbook Photo Stuns Fans
Jun 25, 2025 · Cassandra Peterson, best known for her role as the iconic Mistress of the Dark, Elvira, is making headlines again—but this time, it’s not for her gothic glam. A recently resurfaced high school …
Elvira: The Spooky Secret Origin of the Mistress of the Dark
Oct 27, 2021 · Read ahead as we discuss the strange, and perhaps destined, origins of the name “Elvira,” along with Elvis, her favorite comedian Norm Macdonald, her yin-yang relationship with Dolly …