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Cassandra Peterson

(1951) Comedian United States

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Cassandra Peterson is a comedian from the United States, best known for Yours Cruelly, Elvira.

Quick Facts About Cassandra Peterson

Born
September 17, 1951
Nationality
United States
Profession
Comedian
Notable works
Yours Cruelly, Elvira
Known for
Elvira, Mistress of the Dark

About Cassandra Peterson

Cassandra Gay Peterson is an American actress best known for her portrayal of the horror hostess character Elvira, Mistress of the Dark. 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. A member of the Los Angeles-based improvisational and sketch comedy troupe The Groundlings, Peterson based her Elvira persona in part on a "Valley girl"-type character she created while a member of the troupe.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Bram Stoker Award for Lifetime Achievement Out100

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