Cassandra Peterson is best known as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark—the iconic horror hostess with a wicked sense of humor, a sharp tongue, and unforgettable style. Debuting in the early 1980s, she turned late-night horror hosting into a pop-culture phenomenon, blending camp, comedy, and gothic glamour like no one else. Beyond Elvira, Peterson has enjoyed a long career as an actress, author, and entertainment icon, remaining a beloved figure for fans of horror and cult cinema around the world. 🖤🎬

Cassandra Peterson, the woman the world knows as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, was born on September 17, 1951, in Manhattan, Kansas. But her story is far darker than most fans ever imagine. At only 18 months old, she suffered third-degree burns over much of her body after a boiling pot of water spilled on her—an accident that left permanent scars and a childhood filled with cruel bullying. Instead of hiding, Cassandra fought back with humor and boldness. By her teens, she was already performing

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Cassandra Peterson — also known as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark — grew up as a misfit kid with a bad perm, burn scars, and a mother who told her she’d never make it. Despite it all, she became a Las Vegas showgirl, a Groundling, a horror icon, and a beacon for weirdos everywhere. The “Martha Stewart of the Macabre” joins the latest episode of #TinfoilSwans to talk about her new cookbook, the cooking tip Vincent Price gave her, the advice she didn’t take from Elvis, and the power of entertaining

3.9K views · 120 reactions | Join us for a spirited interview with Cassandra Peterson (Elvira, “Mistress of the Dark”)! On S3E5 of Pop! Talk, Cassandra Peterson discusses favorite horror collectibles, The Beatles, Elvira's future, her newest book & more. https://bit.ly/3Es5kWY #Funko #PopTalk | Funko | Facebook