The Vivienne was subjected to violent homophobic attack that left star deeply shaken
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RuPaul's Drag Race UK star The Vivienne was an LGBTQ+ icon, however that didn't stop them from being targeted for the way they looked. The 32-year-old, who tragically died over the weekend, rose to fame after being crowned winner of the first series of the BBC drag competition before returning to the US All Stars Winners season in 2022. The Vivienne, real name James Lee Williams, went on to star in several shows including a special episode of Emmerdale and in ITV's Dancing On Ice.
During their time in the limelight, the Welsh performer became vocal about the rights of LGBTQ+ and was a pioneer in breaking down barriers with representation on TV. However in 2023, they were subjected to a horrific 'homophobic' attack at a McDonald's in Liverpool.
At the time, they took to Twitter, now X, to explain what had happened, writing: "Just been attacked in McDonald’s, Police on way. Homophobia alive and well folks! First time I’ve never retaliated in a fight because I’m not gonna punch somebody in front of kids and women. #pieceofs**t.".
The Vivienne later provided an update, thanking staff at the fast-food restaurant. "Thank you all for you concern, the police have been great and I believe the culprit has been been found," they told their followers. "Two lovely ladies just came and complimented my hair and said I look lovely, what a stark contrast of people we have on this planet! All in a day huh? A punch and a compliment.
