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‘Drag Race’ family mourns the Vivienne, a U.K. star who died at 32: ‘A true champion’
RuPaul's Drag Race U.K.' winner the Vivienne has died at 32, her publicist confirmed. Here's how other 'Drag Race' stars are remembering the Season 1 champ.
The Vivienne, Winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, Dies at 32
James Lee Williams, a drag performer and winner of the inaugural season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race UK” who was best known by the stage name The Vivienne, died over the weekend. They were 32. Williams’s death was announced in a statement by their manager, Simon Jones, which did not cite a cause.
The Vivienne vigil sees Liverpool 'lit up in green' to honour the Ru Paul's Drag Race star
The drag star rose to fame on the first season of Ru Paul's Drag Race UK, coming first in that competition before going on to compete in Ru Paul's Drag Race All Stars in 2022. Following that, Vivienne became the first drag queen to participate in Dancing on Ice, coming third in 2023.
What Happened to The Vivienne? ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race UK’ Winner Passes Away
Drag star The Vivienne, the first-ever winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, passed away at 32. James Lee Williams, better known by their drag name, The Vivenne, was integral to putting British drag into the mainstream.
Michelle Visage Leads Tributes to The Vivienne, ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.’ Star, Who Has Died at 32
James Lee Williams, better known as the winner of 'RuPaul's Drag Race U.K.' season one The Vivienne, has died, with show judge Visage paying tribute to "a beacon to so many."
'Drag Race' Alum Under Fire for Joking About The Vivienne's Death
Drag Race alum Tyra Sanchez faces backlash for joking about The Vivienne’s tragic passing at age 32, with fans expressing outrage online.
RuPaul Seemingly Reacts to ‘Drag Race’ Alum Tyra Sanchez Joking About The Vivienne’s Death
RuPaul is seemingly weighing in on Tyra Sanchez joking about The Vivienne’s unexpected death. RuPaul, 64, shared a throwback video from the season 2 finale of The RuPaul Drag Race via his Instagram on Wednesday.
Drag Race star The Vivienne hailed as ‘beacon to so many’ after death aged 32
RuPaul’s Drag Race star The Vivienne has been hailed as “a beacon to so many” after their death aged 32. James Lee Williams, who performed as the drag queen, won the first series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK and came third on the 2023 edition of Dancing On Ice.
'Drag Race UK' winner The Vivienne dies at 32, RuPaul mourns 'with a broken heart'
The drag and theater communities are penning tributes to James Lee Williams, better known as The Vivienne, who died at age 32.
The Vivienne Dies: ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race UK’ Season 1 Winner Was 32
The Vivienne, the inaugural winner of 'RuPaul's Drag Race UK,' has died at the age of 32, publicist and manager Simon Jones confirmed
'The Vivienne was truly loved,' says Drag Race star
Bimini, originally from Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, was a finalist in the second series of the BBC show after James Lee Williams, better known as drag queen The Vivienne, lifted the crown in 2019's first season. Their death at the age of 32 was announced on Sunday.
The Vivienne, ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race UK’ winner, has died
James Lee Williams, a drag performer who went by The Vivienne and was crowned the Season 1 winner of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race UK,’ ...
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The Vivienne honored in emotional tribute as reality TV show host halts show following tragic death
Dancing On Ice paid tribute to The Vivienne, the show's first drag queen contestant, at the start of the 2025 series ...