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The Vivienne death latest: Michelle Visage and Bimini lead tributes to ‘incredible’ Drag Race star

The Vivienne death latest: Michelle Visage and Bimini lead tributes to ‘incredible’ Drag Race star
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The Vivienne death latest: Michelle Visage and Bimini lead tributes to ‘incredible’ Drag Race star
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Source: The Independent
Author: Alexander Butler
Published: Jan, 05 2025 20:25

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The Vivienne death latest: Michelle Visage and Bimini lead tributes to ‘incredible’ Drag Race star James Lee Williams, the popular British drag performer, has died at the age of 32.

Tributes have started pouring in after James Lee Williams, the popular British drag performer, actor and singer who went by the name The Vivienne, has died aged 32.

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK star Bimini Bon Boulash was also among those posting messages on the official announcement, writing in an Instagram comment: “I’m so sorry I’m in total shock”.

RuPaul’s Drag Race judge Michelle Visage said they were a “beacon to so many” who was always laughing and would be “so missed”.

“It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved James Lee Williams – The Vivienne, has passed this weekend,” Jones said.

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