Beloved TV personality Vampira passed away on January 10th. I am only learning this news two days later, as sadly it didn’t make headlining news. She passed away in her sleep at the age of 86.
Maila Nurmi was the face behind Vampira. Born in 1921, this small waisted beauty developed the character of Vampira at a costume party, where she caught the eye of a television producer. She quickly become the first TV personality to host horror films.
Over the years she got a few minor roles in films. In 1959 Nurmi caught the eye of D list director Edward D. Wood Jr. and had a key role in Plan 9 From Outerspace.
During the 1980’s she sued Cassandra Peterson, the actress behind Elvira, for stealing her image. The case however was dismissed.
For Vampira’s personal site check out Vampira’s Attic.
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Princess Poochie says:
Hi Miss Cedar
I’d love to get a link to your polyvore sets. I was enamored by your Alice in Wonderland sets and would love to know where all the items came from.
They were just adorable!
Luv
Poochie
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January 12th, 2008 at 3:56 pm