Maila Nurmi

Maila Nurmi , Acting

Biography

Maila Elizabeth Syrjäniemi known professionally as Maila Nurmi, was a Finnish-American actress and television personality who created the campy 1950s character Vampira.

Personal Info

Know for

Acting

Birthday

December 11 1922

Place of Birth

Petsamo, Finland

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