I think I had a more European outlook about the body and sex. The body is in no way dirty, and sex is something beautiful to give to and share with a lover. It has nothing to do with promiscuity, because I only believe in being in love with one man at a time.

Meaning of the quote

The quote suggests that Dorothy Stratten believed the human body and sex are natural and positive, not dirty or shameful. She felt that sex should be shared lovingly with one partner at a time, not in a casual or promiscuous way. Stratten's views on these topics were more common in European cultures than in some North American attitudes at the time.

About Dorothy Stratten

Dorothy Stratten was a Canadian model and actress who was the Playboy Playmate of the Year in 1980. Tragically, she was murdered at the age of 20 by her estranged husband and manager. Her death inspired several movies, books, and songs, cementing her legacy as an iconic figure in popular culture.

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More quotes from Dorothy Stratten

It’s good to have a manager who shares your interests, or goals. You can presumably trust a husband. I don’t know if it’s the best way to work. I really shouldn’t discuss this.

Dorothy Stratten

Canadian Playmate and actress (1960-1980)

If someone’s going to talk about me, I’d want it to be positively. The way many write, you’d think only bad things were interesting. If we don’t think positive, what’s the use? It’s a lot more fun, you know.

Dorothy Stratten

Canadian Playmate and actress (1960-1980)

Looks are temporary and don’t mirror what’s inside. And usually, a great looking man is so vain. Maybe most good-looking women are too. I hope I’m not!

Dorothy Stratten

Canadian Playmate and actress (1960-1980)

I think I had a more European outlook about the body and sex. The body is in no way dirty, and sex is something beautiful to give to and share with a lover. It has nothing to do with promiscuity, because I only believe in being in love with one man at a time.

Dorothy Stratten

Canadian Playmate and actress (1960-1980)

I don’t think a powerful man would be interesting unless he’d be nice, attractive, with or without the power. Men are interested in powerful men. Women are interested in terrific men!

Dorothy Stratten

Canadian Playmate and actress (1960-1980)

I think if you work as an actress and are supposed as a character to be in love with some actor, then to some extent you do have to be in love with him.

Dorothy Stratten

Canadian Playmate and actress (1960-1980)

I can honestly, and proudly, say that I never was on the casting couch. Oh, of course there have been advances from certain men in the movie industry, but nothing overwhelming.

Dorothy Stratten

Canadian Playmate and actress (1960-1980)

In a way, I’m like Will Rogers, never having met a man I really disliked. I’m not a vamp. I just like men.

Dorothy Stratten

Canadian Playmate and actress (1960-1980)