It’s a tragic, unhappy day for followers of RuPau’ls Drag Race UK.
Tragedy struck the drag group over the weekend as a extremely regarded member handed away at simply 32 years outdated. That member is none aside from the winner of season 1 of the UK actuality competitors, The Vivienne.
Simon Jones, a rep for the drag star — born James Lee Williams — introduced the tragic information on X (Twitter) on Sunday:
“It’s with immense disappointment that we let you understand our beloved James Lee Williams — The Vivienne, has handed this weekend. James was an extremely beloved, warm-hearted and superb particular person. Their household are heartbroken on the lack of their son, brother and uncle. They’re so pleased with the fantastic issues James achieved of their life and profession. We is not going to be releasing any additional particulars. We please ask that James’ household are given the time and privateness they now have to course of and grieve.”
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— Simon Jones (@simonjonespr) January 5, 2025
So, so unhappy.
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The Vivienne, who used they/them pronouns, additionally appeared on season 7 of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars as the one non-US winner.
Following the tragic announcement, the official RuPaul’s Drag Race account on X (Twitter) shared their condolences:
“We’re deeply saddened to be taught of the passing of The Vivienne. Her expertise, humor, and dedication to the artwork of drag was an inspiration. She might be dearly missed, however her legacy will reside on as a beacon of creativity and authenticity – she embodied what it means to be a real champion. Our hearts exit to her household and followers throughout this tough time.”
We’re deeply saddened to be taught of the passing of The Vivienne. Her expertise, humor, and dedication to the artwork of drag was an inspiration. She might be dearly missed, however her legacy will reside on as a beacon of creativity and authenticity – she embodied what it means to be a real… pic.twitter.com/Kf5biayP9R
— RuPaul’s Drag Race (@RuPaulsDragRace) January 5, 2025
See a spotlight of a few of their finest moments on the present (beneath):
Our hearts are with The Vivienne’s household throughout this tragic time. Relaxation in peace.
[Images via The Vivienne/Instagram & BBC Three/YouTube]
