We’ve long been told that vampires don’t age. They physically stay the same forever. Their pale skin is devoid of wrinkles, and their smiles are white and bright. Cassandra Peterson, better known as Elvira, has portrayed the campy vampire character for more than 40 years. She celebrated her 74th birthday recently, and from the looks of her, Elvira might be a real vampire after all. Fans shared birthday wishes for the goth icon on Instagram. “Today is a very special day, another year of life…….Happy Birthday! Cassandra/ Congratulations, Cassandra Peterson, on her 74th birthday! May your day be as special as it should be. Celebrate a lot with friends, family, and whoever you want, because this day is yours. May all your dreams and projects come true and continue to be that wonderful person with your Talent and Love in everything you do,” a fan wrote on Instagram. A thousand health and happiness !!! Be very happy in this new stage of life.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Elvira, Mistress Of The Dark (@therealelvira) Fans Flocked To Cassandra’s Instagram To Wish Elvira A Happy Birthday When Elvira came on the scene in 1981, she was one of a kind. Cassandrea created Elvira on her own and wanted to stand out from the rest. Her vampy character gave a shared humorous take on B horror movies as the host of Elvira’s Movie Macabre. She’s been beloved by fans for decades. “Happy Birthday! We appreciate everything you do for animals. We hope you have a wonderful day and an exciting year ahead,” Peta wrote to Elvira. “Happy birthday to my favorite actress,” another fan shared. “Happy Birthday my Queen! We all love you so much,” a birthday wish reads. “Happy Birthday to the most drop dead gorgeous one of all,” a loving fan shared with Elvira. This story’s featured image is by VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images. The post Vampy And Campy 1980s Icon Celebrates 74th Birthday appeared first on InspireMore.