Cassandra Peterson (born September 17, 1951) is an American actress and former model from Manhattan, Kansas. She began her career by performing in local clubs as a dancer. The actress was still in high school. Additionally, the star was later hired by KHJ-TV to host the Macabre Movie series in 1981.
she also made numerous guest appearances in different TV shows and movies as Elvira. Cassandra co-wrote, produced, and acted in a movie called “ Elvira, Mistress of the Dark ” in 1988.
Furthermore, the actress remained the popular character throughout the 1990s and 2000s. In 2007, she also hosted her own reality show titled “ The Search for the New Elvira ”. Peterson nominated for the Saturn Award in 1990. She was nominated for the Best Actress category for “Elvira: Mistress of the Dark.”
it also won the Spirit of Silver Lake Award in 2001. In fact, in 2011, Cassandra also won the Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards.
Profile, early life and parents
the actress was born on September 17, 1951 in Manhattan, Kansas, United States. Therefore, Cassandra Peterson age sixty-seven (67) years old, as of 2018. The actress grew up near Randolph, Kansas. Later, her mom and dad moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado with Cassandra.
Also, in his childhood years, he pulled a vat of boiling Easter eggs off the stove. Peterson burned a third of her body and left severe scars on her body. The actress herself attended General William J. Palmer High School.
Furthermore, she graduated in 1969. Furthermore, she also graduated from Palmer High School.
Personal issues, spouse and boyfriend
During an interview, the actress claimed that she began her relationship with her boyfriend ” Tom Jones “. He is a former American singer. Cassandra also dated Bill Wire (American Actor).
In addition, she also began her romance with the English musician. Jimmy Page in 1967. The actress also hooked up in a relationship with another American singer. eric burdon . Also, she also dated King of Rock and Roll.” Elvis Presley .”
Later, Cassandra married her husband Mark Pierson in the year 1981. The couple welcomed their daughter “Sadie Pierson” in 1994. However, their married life ended in divorce in the year 2003.
| Lifestyle/Biography | |
|---|---|
| Full name at birth | Cassandra Peterson. |
| Nickname | Cassandra. |
| Profession | Actress. |
| Age | Sixty-seven (67) years old (As of 2018). |
| Date of Birth (DOB), Birthday | September 17, 1951. |
| Birthplace/Hometown | Manhattan, Kansas, United States. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Gender | Woman. |
| Zodiac sign | Virgo. |
| ethnicity | Caucasian white. |
| Religion | Christendom. |
| Current residence | Los Angeles, California, United States. |
| Famous for | Her interpretation of the character of the horror presenter. |
| Physical Statistics | |
| height (height) | Feet inches: 5′ 7″ . Centimeters: 170cm . Meters: 1.7 meters . |
| Weight | Kilograms: 58kg . Pounds: 128 pounds . |
| Bra size | 33B. |
| Body Measurements (Chest-waist-hips) | 34-27-35. |
| Shoe Size (US) | 8. |
| Tattoo details? | None. |
| eye color | Blue. |
| Hair color | Red. |
| Family | |
| Fathers | Father : Will update. Mom : |
| Brothers | Lost. |
| famous relatives | not known |
| Cassandra Peterson husband and relationship | |
| Marital status | Divorced. |
| Dating history? | 1.Tom Jones. 2. Wire billing. 3. Jimmy page. 4.Eric Burdon. 5. Elvis Presley. 6. Jimi Hendrix. |
| Boyfriend | Name not available. |
| Husband/Spouse Name | Mark Pierson (d. 1981 – 2003). |
| Son | None. |
| Daughter | Sadie Pierson. |
| Education | |
| Highest Rating | Graduate. |
| College | 1. General William J. Palmer High School. 2. Palmer High School. |
| College | None. |
| Hobbies and favorite things | |
| Favorite Celebrities | Actor: Johnny Deep. Actress: Kate Winslet. |
| dream vacation destination | miami |
| Favorite color | Pink. |
| I love to do | Reading, shopping and traveling. |
| Favorite food | Italian food. |
| Heritage | |
| net assets | approx. $2.5 million dollars (as of 2018). |
| salary per episode | Will update. |
| debut film | Diamonds Are Forever as Ballerina (1971) |
| television debut | Elvira’s Movie Macabre (1981) as a horror TV presenter. |
| Contact details | |
| Office address | not known |
| house details | not known |
| Mobile or phone number | N/A |
| Email address | It will be updated soon. |
| Official Web site | Not available. |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Cassandra Peterson (Actress)
- The actress became the first woman to host a national beer ad campaign after her role as Elvira.
- During 1969, Cassandra was also in a relationship with Jimi Hendrix (American musician).
- Also, during her spring break, she auditioned for a show called “Vive Les Girls” in 1969.
- The 67-year-old actress was also part of an Italian pop-rock band.
- As of 2018, Cassandra Peterson’s estimated Net Worth is $2.5 million US dollars.
- He also played a small role in the 1972 Federico Fellini film “Roma.”
- In fact, she also posed for Playboy magazine photo shoots.
- In 1979, Cassandra joined the Groundlings improv group.