LoveAlways,
Dorothy
Dorothy Stratten, a gifted actress, poet, and Playboy model whose beauty, talent, and ambition put her on a fast track to a place she herself didn’t know.
She was landing film roles and building a career in Hollywood beyond Playboy. But to fully feel free in what she had earned and deserved, she knew she had to leave behind the man who she was starting to realize only loved her for what she gave him access to, not for who she was.
Even attempting to divorce him fairly, Paul Snider could not accept when Dorothy wanted to go her own way and become her own person, separate from him.
On August 14, 1980, Dorothy’s life was taken by Paul Snider.
She was only 20 years old.
Dorothy didn't die because of her choices.
She died because men, from all different walks of life, couldn't handle her power, her success, her autonomy. She was punished for being fully herself.
The Dorothy Stratten Foundation exists to teach prevention and learn from both victims and perpetrators.
We build community for people reclaiming their bodies, their stories, and their lives.
We're creating spaces (online now, then in-person locations when funding allows) where women can become powerful, without being punished for it.
Our Mission
Love always, Dorothy builds a community for women reclaiming their power, their bodies, and their stories. Dorothy was a gifted actress and Playboy model whose talent and beauty threatened a man who couldn't handle her success.
She didn't die because of her choices - she died because someone tried to control them. We exist so women can live fully, freely, and without fear.
We're building a movement that celebrates female autonomy in all its forms. Right now, that means creating online community, sharing stories, and connecting survivors.
In the future, it means Dot's Doors - brick-and-mortar spaces offering empowerment workshops, crisis support, and resources. But it starts here, with us, building something together
Long Term Vision
Dorothy & Louise Stratten
Share your story and
help build your community.
Dorothy's legacy isn't just victimhood -it's a universal story of strength.
And, most importantly, we can all learn from that story.
