Dita Von Teese Unveils Her Desire for Objectification and Sexualization!

Dita Von Teese Spills on What It's Really Like to Be Objectified - and We're Surprised!

In a candid conversation on her Happy Place podcast, burlesque queen Dita Von Teese, 52, revealed what it's like to feel objectified in everyday life - and it's not just about being on stage. The Diamonds And Dust star opened up to host Fearne Cotton about the "taboo" surrounding feeling sexualized and desired, and we're here for it!

For those who may be new to Dita's world, she's been taking London by storm with her Diamonds And Dust show at the Emerald Theatre, featuring high glamour, bold women, and daredevil games. But what happens when the spotlight is off? According to Dita, feeling objectified isn't just about being a sex symbol on stage - it's about those awkward encounters in everyday life.

"When I feel objectified, it's never because of something I've done on stage or my profession," Dita confessed. "It's usually something weird and unexpected, like when someone asks me for a picture and then gets aggressive when they can't get one too."

The vedette (that's a female performer in cabaret, folks!) explained that it's those moments where she feels objectified - like when strangers put their hands on her or demand special treatment. "I know it sounds taboo to say," Dita admitted, "but sometimes I just want to be objectified for a minute. Wouldn't that be nice?"

But what about when the tables are turned and people don't recognize her? Dita shared that she's also had experiences where fans have been unaware of her show or background, but still enjoyed it for its sheer sex appeal. "I like creating shows that feel hot and sexy, even if you've never heard of me before," she said.

As the re-popularizer of burlesque, Dita has come a long way since her days as Heather Renée Sweet. The American model and businesswoman has been credited with bringing back the glamour and excitement of cabaret and its subcategories, like revue, vaudeville, and music hall. And if you're wondering how she stays so fabulous at 52, just ask her about her time on The Masked Dancer in 2021!

Dita's stint as a beetroot-dressed contestant was filled with drama - including a bout of vertigo from riding a mechanical bull! "I had to overcome my fear of heights and dancing under bright lights," she said. And it paid off: Dita revealed that the experience was one of her biggest challenges, but also one of her favorites.

But what's even more fascinating is when Dita talked about staying at Claridges during the filming of The Masked Dancer. "It was like having my own private hotel," she gushed. "I'd come down to breakfast in my nightgown, and there would be maybe five people working there - it was surreal."

So there you have it, folks! Dita Von Teese may be a sex symbol on stage, but even she feels objectified sometimes. And who can blame her? It's about time we talk about the taboo surrounding feeling desired and sexualized in everyday life.

Happy Place is available wherever you get your podcasts - go ahead and give it a listen for more juicy conversations with Dita Von Teese!