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Maila Elizabeth Syrjäniemi (December 11, 1922 – January 10, 2008), known professionally as Maila Nurmi, was an American-Finn actress who created the campy 1950s character Vampira. She was raised in Astoria, Oregon , where she worked in tuna and salmon canneries.
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May 19, 2019 · These fabulous photos that captured portrait of horror icon Vampira, Maila Nurmi in the 1950s.
Oct 11, 2023 · Vampira hobbed-knobbed with celebrities and made guest appearances on popular network shows. However, Maila Nurmi, the quick-witted woman in the skin-tight black dress, remained a mystery. As Vampira's creator, Nurmi was consumed by the role, rarely appearing in public out of character.
- William J. Wright
Her gothic looks and sultry voice made Maila Nurmi a legend—but the woman behind Vampira lived a desperate and disturbing life.
Nov 3, 2019 · To mark the Halloween season, film and culture writer Sabina Stent looks back on Dennis Stock’s photographs of one of America’s first horror heroines – Maila Nurmi, aka Vampira. As a child, Maila Nurmi was not invited to Halloween parties.
Vampira the Horror Queen: Story and Fabulous Photos Of Maila Nurmi From Her Life. Maila Nurmi was an actress and television personality who created the famous character ‘Vampira.’. Nurmi started her career as a fashion model and as a burlesque dancer.
