History of Dita Von Teese in Timeline
Dita Von Teese, born Heather Renée Sweet, is a celebrated American vedette, burlesque dancer, model, and entrepreneur. She is widely recognized for her contribution to the resurgence of burlesque, earning her the title "Queen of Burlesque".
September 28, 1972: Birth of Heather Renée Sweet
On September 28, 1972, Heather Renée Sweet, later known as Dita Von Teese, was born.
1992: Dita Von Teese Begins Performing Burlesque
Dita Von Teese embarked on her burlesque career in 1992, marking the beginning of her journey in the neo-burlesque revival.
1999: Dita Von Teese's First Playboy Appearance
Dita Von Teese was featured in Playboy for the first time in 1999.
2001: Meeting Marilyn Manson
Dita Von Teese and Marilyn Manson first crossed paths when he asked her to dance in one of his music videos. Although she couldn't at the time, they stayed in touch and eventually began dating in 2001 after she attended his 32nd birthday party.
2001: Dita Von Teese's Second Playboy Appearance
In 2001, Dita Von Teese made her second appearance in Playboy.
December 2002: Dita Von Teese's Breakthrough Playboy Cover
In December 2002, Dita Von Teese was featured on the cover of Playboy, marking a significant milestone in her career.
2002: Dita Von Teese's Third Playboy Appearance
Dita Von Teese was featured in Playboy for the third time in 2002.
March 22, 2004: Engagement to Marilyn Manson
Marilyn Manson proposed to Dita Von Teese on March 22, 2004, presenting her with a 7-carat European round-cut diamond engagement ring from the 1930s.
2004: Los Angeles Fashion Week
Dita Von Teese walked the runway during Los Angeles Fashion Week in 2004, modeling for Heatherette, the fashion label of former club kid Richie Rich.
November 28, 2005: Marriage to Marilyn Manson
On November 28, 2005, Dita Von Teese and Marilyn Manson married in a private, non-denominational ceremony at their home.
2005: Dita Von Teese Stars in "The Death of Salvador Dali"
Dita Von Teese showcased her acting talents in the 2005 short film, "The Death of Salvador Dali," written by Delaney Bishop.
2005: Giambattista Valli Show
In 2005, Dita Von Teese appeared in the Autumn/Winter Ready-to-Wear show for Giambattista Valli, a former designer for Ungaro, in Paris.
October 2006: Dita Von Teese's Debut at Crazy Horse Cabaret
In October 2006, Dita Von Teese made history as the first guest star at the Crazy Horse cabaret club in Paris.
December 29, 2006: Filing for Divorce from Marilyn Manson
On December 29, 2006, Dita Von Teese filed for divorce from Marilyn Manson, citing "irreconcilable differences" as the reason.
2006: Moschino Show
At Milan Fashion Week in 2006, Dita Von Teese opened the Autumn/Winter 2006/7 show for Moschino's diffusion label, Moschino Cheap & Chic.
2006: Dita Von Teese's Collaboration with MAC Cosmetics
From 2006 to 2008, Dita Von Teese served as a Viva Glam spokesperson for MAC Cosmetics, contributing to the fundraising efforts for HIV/AIDS research.
2006: Release of "Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese"
In 2006, Dita Von Teese, in collaboration with Bronwyn Garrity, published her first book, "Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese," through HarperCollins (and Regan Books in New York).
January 5, 2007: Marilyn Manson Served Divorce Papers
Marilyn Manson was served with divorce papers on January 5, 2007, marking the public announcement of their separation.
2007: Dita Von Teese Becomes Global Ambassador for Cointreau
Dita Von Teese began her journey as a global ambassador for Cointreau in 2007, a role she held until 2013.
2007: Jean Paul Gaultier Show
Dita Von Teese made two appearances in the Jean Paul Gaultier haute couture show during Paris Fashion Week in 2007.
2007: Dita Von Teese Performs at Erotica 07
Dita Von Teese took the stage at Erotica 07, an adult entertainment event in London, alongside Italian rock band Belladonna in 2007.
2007: End of Marriage with Marilyn Manson
Dita Von Teese's marriage to Marilyn Manson ended in 2007.
2007: Dita Von Teese Expresses Views on Acting
In 2007, Dita Von Teese shared her perspective on transitioning into acting, stating her preference for roles that align with her aesthetic.
2007: Dita Von Teese Stars in "Saint Francis"
In 2007, Dita Von Teese starred in the feature film "Saint Francis."
2008: Dita Von Teese Performs on George Michael's Live Tour
Dita Von Teese graced the stage during George Michael's live tour in 2008, delivering a captivating striptease/burlesque performance for the song "Feelin' Good."
2008: Dita Von Teese Featured on Atrocity's Album Cover
Dita Von Teese was chosen as the cover model for German metal band Atrocity's 2008 album, Werk 80 II.
2008: End of Dita Von Teese's Partnership with MAC Cosmetics
In 2008, Dita Von Teese concluded her role as a Viva Glam spokesperson for MAC Cosmetics after a two-year partnership.
2009: Relationship with Louis-Marie de Castelbajac
Dita Von Teese began dating French Count Louis-Marie de Castelbajac in 2009. Their relationship lasted until 2012.
2009: Dita Von Teese's Eurovision Song Contest Performance
Dita Von Teese graced the stage at the Eurovision Song Contest 2009 in Moscow, Russia, as part of the performance for Germany's entry, "Miss Kiss Kiss Bang."
2009: Dita Von Teese Appears in Eurovision Song Contest Final
Dita Von Teese made a memorable appearance at the final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2009, taking center stage as a prominent feature of Germany's entry, "Miss Kiss Kiss Bang," performed by Alex Swings, Oscar Sings.
2010: Dita Von Teese Becomes the Face of Perrier
Dita Von Teese was chosen as the face of Perrier in 2010.
January 2011: Dita Von Teese Guest Stars on "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation"
In January 2011, Dita Von Teese made a guest appearance on the CBS police procedural drama series "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," playing the role of Rita von Squeeze.
2011: Dita Von Teese Fragrance Release
Dita Von Teese released her first fragrance, simply titled "Dita Von Teese", in the fall of 2011. She characterized it as "mood setting for glamour".
2011: Dita Von Teese Concludes Role as the Face of Perrier
In 2011, Dita Von Teese's time as the face of Perrier ended.
May 2012: "Classics" Makeup Collection
Dita Von Teese, in May 2012, launched her makeup collection called "Classics", partnering with German cosmetic brand Art Deco. The collection featured various products designed to recreate Von Teese's retro burlesque look.
November 2012: Rouge Fragrance Release
Dita Von Teese released her second fragrance, "Rouge", in November 2012, describing it as "mood setting for seduction".
2012: Von Follies Clothing Line Launch
Dita Von Teese launched her own clothing and underwear line, Von Follies, in 2012.
2012: Relationship with Theo Hutchcraft
Following her relationship with Louis-Marie de Castelbajac, Dita Von Teese briefly dated singer Theo Hutchcraft in 2012.
2013: FleurTeese & Erotique Fragrance Release
Dita Von Teese released two fragrances in 2013: "FleurTeese" in the spring, designed for romance, and "Erotique" in the fall, intended to evoke eroticism.
2013: Dita Von Teese Featured in Thirty Seconds to Mars Music Video
Dita Von Teese was featured in the music video for "Up in the Air" by Thirty Seconds to Mars, released in 2013.
2013: Dita Von Teese Concludes Role as Cointreau Ambassador
Dita Von Teese's tenure as the global ambassador for Cointreau came to an end in 2013, marking the conclusion of a six-year partnership.
2013: "Dita" 3D Printed Gown
In 2013, Dita Von Teese was the model and inspiration for the "Dita" gown. The gown, a collaboration between Michael Schmidt and Francis Bitonti, was 3D-printed by Shapeways to fit her body perfectly.
2014: Jean Paul Gaultier Show
Dita Von Teese appeared once again in the Jean Paul Gaultier haute couture show during Paris Fashion Week in 2014.
2014: Relationship with Adam Rajcevich
Dita Von Teese began a relationship with graphic designer Adam Rajcevich in 2014.
2014: Myer Lingerie Line
Dita Von Teese began collaborating with Australian department store Myer in 2014 on a lingerie line. The line was fronted by Australian model Stefania Ferrario.
2016: Dita Von Teese's Crazy Horse Show DVD Release
In 2016, a DVD of Dita Von Teese's show at the Parisian venue Crazy Horse was released.
2016: Reflections on Marriage to Marilyn Manson
In a 2016 interview, Dita Von Teese reflected on her marriage to Marilyn Manson, stating that she felt pressured into the ceremony and that, in hindsight, it felt like the "kiss of death" for their relationship.
2019: Launch of Dita Von Teese's "Glamonatrix" Tour
Dita Von Teese embarked on her "Glamonatrix" tour in 2019, however, it faced postponements due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
January 22, 2020: Jean Paul Gaultier's Final Couture Show
On January 22, 2020, Dita Von Teese participated in Jean Paul Gaultier's final couture fashion show in Paris.
July 2021: "Burlesque by Dita" Video Slot Release
In July 2021, Microgaming, in partnership with Eurostar Studios, launched the "Burlesque by Dita" video slot game. Featuring cameos from Dita Von Teese, the game was released across multiple online casinos worldwide.
November 12, 2021: Dita Von Teese Eliminated from "Danse avec les stars"
Dita Von Teese was eliminated from the French version of "Dancing with the Stars," "Danse avec les stars," on November 12, 2021, finishing in 5th place.
2022: Dita Von Teese Appears in Taylor Swift's "Bejeweled" Music Video
Dita Von Teese made an appearance in the music video for Taylor Swift's song "Bejeweled" from her tenth studio album, "Midnights (2022)."
2022: Dita Von Teese's "Glamonatrix" Tour Continues in Europe and UK
In 2022, Dita Von Teese resumed her "Glamonatrix" tour, captivating audiences across Europe and the UK.
2023: Dita Von Teese's "Glamonatrix" Tour Reaches US
Dita Von Teese brought her "Glamonatrix" tour to the United States in 2023.
