Dorothy Stratten
Dorothy Stratten was a Canadian model and actress, best known for her appearances as a Playboy Playmate.
Dorothy Ruth Hoogstraten
Model
February 28, 1960
Pisces
August 14, 1980
20
Vancouver, B.C., Canada
Dorothy Ruth Hoogstraten, professionally known as Dorothy Stratten, was a renowned Canadian model and actress. She rose to fame after being featured as Playboy’s Playmate of the Month in August 1979 and subsequently as Playmate of the Year in 1980. Stratten also appeared in three comedy films, including “They All Laughed” and “Galaxina.” Sadly, her life ended abruptly when she was murdered at just 20 years old. Recently, her story has been depicted in the Hulu limited series “Welcome to Chippendales,” with Nicola Peltz portraying Stratten.