Also Known As: Vampira
Maila Nurmi
📍Born in Gloucester, Massachusetts, USA
Biography
Maila Elizabeth Syrjäniemi (December 11, 1922 – January 10, 2008), known professionally as Maila Nurmi, was an American actress best known for creating the camp 1950s character Vampira. She was of Finnish descent.
Known For
Plan 9 from Outer Space
as Vampire Girl
I Woke Up Early the Day I Died
as Woman in Hotel Lobby
Vampira: The Movie
as Herself
The Magic Sword
as The Hag / Sorceress
Flying Saucers Over Hollywood: The 'Plan 9' Companion
as Herself
The Beat Generation
as Poetess
The Haunted World of Edward D. Wood, Jr.
as Herself
Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies
as Herself
Vampires: Thirst for the Truth
as Self
Population: 1
as Mother (uncredited)
I Passed for White
as Girl Poet (uncredited)
Sex Kittens Go to College
as Etta Toodie
📌 Quick Info
Born
December 11, 1922
Place of Birth
Gloucester, Massachusetts, USA
Department
Acting
Popularity
0.8
Also Known As
📊 Career Stats
26
Acting Roles
0
Crew Roles
24
Movies
2
TV Shows