Originally from Wales, James Lee Williams died this weekend at the age of 32. With his alter ego, The Vivienne, James won the first season of the British version of the famous television competition: RuPaul Drag Race. “His talent, humor and dedication to the art of drag were inspiring,” the show said on its social media. The announcement of his death was made by his publicist Simon Jones, specifying that no information on the cause of his death would be revealed to the public.
The Vivienne representative of British drag
Since her victory in 2019, The Vivienne has been the most internationally recognized British drag queen, allowing her to travel the world for her shows and even star in several musicals, such as Wizard Of Oz or last week with Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. The Vivienne had also participated in the show Dancing on ice and was the only British representative in the 7th season of Rupaul Drag Race All stars. Michelle Visage, a judge on this program, said: “Your laugh, your spirit, your talent, your drag. I loved everything, but I especially loved your friendship. »
