Tura Satana (1938–2011) was an American actress and dancer who became a cult-film icon through her commanding performance as Varla in Russ Meyer’s Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! Known for her striking appearance, physical intensity, and fearless screen presence, she also appeared in films such as Irma la Douce, Our Man Flint, and The Astro-Zombies. Satana’s portrayal of powerful, uncompromising women helped make her an enduring symbol of exploitation and independent cinema.