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She's the "Queen of Halloween." She's the "Mistress of the Dark." She's a little bit vampire with a whole lot of vamp, and she wears just about the skimpiest (but still tasteful) dresses legally allowed on television.

She is, of course, the iconic Elvira. Debuting on a Los Angeles TV horror movie showcase in 1981, Elvira is the creation of her longtime portrayer: comedian/actress/singer/model Cassandra Peterson.

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Starting with Elvira's Movie Macabre, where she poked fun at old scary flicks (and at herself), Peterson has brought the magic of Halloween and her campy blend of classic Hollywood fun to the masses for decades.

Elvira has been big on the public's radar for nearly 40 years through movies, sitcoms, talk shows, live performances, commercials, and more, but how much do you really know about the fabulous and self-made Cassandra Peterson?

Here's a look at the creation, rise, and impact of Elv