Personal Details :
- Full Name: Heather Renée Sweet
- Stage Name: Dita Von Teese
- Date of Birth: September 28, 1972
- Place of Birth: West Branch, Michigan, USA
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: English, Scottish, Armenian, and German ancestry
- Height: 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm)
- Hair Color: Naturally blonde (dyed black as part of her signature look)
- Eye Color: Green
- Profession: Burlesque performer, model, actress, entrepreneur, fashion designer, author
- Years Active: 1990s–present
- Education: Studied historic costume design; trained in ballet as a child
- Known For: Reviving burlesque performance; signature martini glass act
- Marital Status: Divorced (Marilyn Manson, 2005–2007)
- Current Partner: Adam Rajcevich (reportedly since 2014)
- Residence: Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles, California
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @ditavonteese
- Twitter (X): @DitaVonTeese
- Facebook: Dita Von Teese Official
- Website: dita.net
- OnlyFans: ditavonteese
- TikTok: ditavonteese
Career Overview :
- Early Inspiration: Dita was fascinated with vintage fashion, corsetry, and the golden age of Hollywood from a young age. She studied historic costume design and ballet, which later influenced her performance style.
- Burlesque Revival: In the 1990s, she began performing neo-burlesque acts, helping to bring the art form back into the mainstream. She became known for her glamorous retro style and elaborate live performances, often featuring giant martini glasses, carousel horses, and giant powder compacts.
- Signature Acts: Her best-known routines include the iconic “Martini Glass” dance, the “Feather Fan” performance, and “The Opium Den.” These acts are characterized by opulent costumes, dazzling props, and classic striptease elements with a theatrical flair.
- Fashion & Modeling: Dita has modeled for Jean Paul Gaultier, Christian Louboutin, Vivienne Westwood, and Dior. She’s also graced the covers of magazines like Vogue, Vanity Fair, Playboy, and Harper’s Bazaar, often celebrated for her vintage aesthetic and elegant pin-up look.
- Business Ventures: She launched her own lingerie brand “Von Follies by Dita Von Teese,” collaborated with brands like MAC Cosmetics and Cointreau, and introduced her own line of fragrances and eyewear. Her entrepreneurial ventures have been praised for their consistency with her burlesque persona and luxury appeal.
- Author: Dita has written several books, including:
- Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese (2006)
- Your Beauty Mark: The Ultimate Guide to Eccentric Glamour (2015)
- Film and TV: She has appeared in music videos (e.g. Marilyn Manson, Green Day, Thirty Seconds to Mars), films like *The Death of Salvador Dali*, and shows including *CSI*, *The Masked Dancer*, *RuPaul’s Drag Race*, and *Project Runway All Stars*.
- Residencies and Tours: Dita has headlined multiple international tours, including “Strip, Strip Hooray!”, “The Art of the Teese,” “Glamonatrix,” and her Las Vegas residency at Voltaire. Her shows are known for selling out worldwide and earning millions annually.
- Cultural Impact: Dita is widely credited for reviving and redefining burlesque for the modern era. She has inspired countless performers and remains a leading figure in glamour, femininity, and body confidence.
Personal Life & Interests :
- Birth Name: Heather Renée Sweet — she adopted the stage name “Dita Von Teese” as a tribute to classic Hollywood and European glamour.
- Marital History: She married musician Marilyn Manson in 2005. The marriage ended in divorce in 2007 due to irreconcilable differences.
- Current Relationship: Dita has been in a long-term relationship with visual artist Adam Rajcevich since the mid-2010s, although she keeps her private life mostly out of the spotlight.
- Home & Lifestyle: She resides in a meticulously curated Tudor-style home in the Hollywood Hills, decorated with vintage furniture, antique perfume bottles, taxidermy, and 1940s collectibles.
- Hobbies: Dita enjoys vintage car collecting, cooking, classical ballet, and historic fashion restoration. She also has a strong interest in old Hollywood beauty rituals and retro interior design.
- Fashion Influence: Known for wearing vintage couture daily, she rarely steps out without full makeup, often styled in corsets, gloves, and heels even off-stage.
- Beauty & Wellness: She’s an advocate of self-care, frequently practicing pilates and indulging in classic beauty treatments. She also follows a pescatarian lifestyle.
- Philosophy: Dita promotes confidence, elegance, and empowerment through glamour, often expressing that women should dress up for themselves, not for others.
Net Worth :
- Estimated Net Worth: Approximately $16 million as of 2025.
- Main Sources of Income:
- Burlesque Performances: International tours and residencies, including her Las Vegas shows at The Venetian, are among her top income sources, reportedly earning millions annually.
- Business Ventures: Profits from her lingerie line “Von Follies,” perfumes, fashion collaborations, and vintage-inspired product lines contribute significantly.
- Endorsements: High-profile brand ambassador roles for companies like Cointreau, Perrier, and MAC Cosmetics have added substantial value to her career.
- Book Sales: Her books, including the bestselling “Your Beauty Mark,” bring in steady revenue from publishing and speaking events.
- Television & Appearances: Guest roles and TV hosting (e.g., “The Masked Dancer”) supplement her earnings.
- Real Estate: Dita owns a vintage-decorated Tudor-style home in Los Angeles, which reflects her classic aesthetic and attention to historical detail.
- Luxury Collecting: She invests in rare vintage items, haute couture fashion, and antique automobiles, often featured in interviews and magazine spreads.
Awards & Achievements :
- “Queen of Burlesque” Title: Widely credited with reviving modern burlesque and bringing it to mainstream audiences.
- Playboy Cover Model: Featured on the cover of Playboy magazine in December 2002, which significantly boosted her fame.
- First Guest Performer at Crazy Horse Paris: Made history as the first guest star to perform at the iconic Crazy Horse cabaret in Paris in 2006.
- Vanity Fair International Best-Dressed List: Honored multiple times for her distinctive and vintage fashion style.
- New York Times Bestselling Author: Her beauty book, Your Beauty Mark, became a bestseller and is praised for its depth and artistry.
- Fashion Collaborations: Collaborated with brands like Jean Paul Gaultier, Christian Louboutin, and Vivienne Westwood—highlights of her impact on haute couture.
- Brand Ambassador Roles: Served as the face of MAC Cosmetics’ Viva Glam campaign, Cointreau, and Perrier, promoting elegance and classic femininity.
- Icon Award at Vienna Awards for Fashion and Lifestyle (2013): Recognized for her contributions to style and visual culture.
Fun Facts :
- Dita Von Teese’s stage surname was accidentally misspelled in her early Playboy feature — she kept it, and it became iconic.
- She is naturally blonde but dyes her hair jet black as part of her signature vintage look.
- Dita once reduced her waist to just 16.5 inches using tight-lacing corsets.
- She owns a large collection of vintage lingerie, estimated to be one of the most extensive in the world.
- Dita doesn’t use stylists — she does all her hair, makeup, and fashion styling herself for red carpet appearances.
- She choreographed part of Taylor Swift’s “Bejeweled” music video, teaching Taylor her martini glass burlesque routine.
- She collects vintage cars and owns a classic Packard and a ’46 Lincoln Continental.
- Dita speaks fluent French and often performs in Parisian venues like Crazy Horse.