The Vivienne, ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race UK’ Winner and All Star, Dies at 32
“RuPaul’s Drag Race UK” Series 1 winner The Vivienne has died at the age of 32, according to her friend and manager.
“It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved James Lee Williams — The Vivienne, has passed this weekend,” publicist Simon Jones wrote on Instagram on Sunday. “James was an incredibly loved, warm-hearted and amazing person.”
“Their family are heartbroken at the loss of their son, brother and uncle. They are so proud of the wonderful things James achieved in their life and career,” he continued. “We will not be releasing any further details. We please ask that James’ family are given the time and privacy they now need to process and grieve.”
In addition to winning the first-ever season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race UK,” The Vivienne was known stateside for taking part in “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” Season 7, which featured All Winners.
“These are words I never ever wanted to write.
“It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved James Lee Williams — The Vivienne, has passed this weekend,” publicist Simon Jones wrote on Instagram on Sunday. “James was an incredibly loved, warm-hearted and amazing person.”
“Their family are heartbroken at the loss of their son, brother and uncle. They are so proud of the wonderful things James achieved in their life and career,” he continued. “We will not be releasing any further details. We please ask that James’ family are given the time and privacy they now need to process and grieve.”
In addition to winning the first-ever season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race UK,” The Vivienne was known stateside for taking part in “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” Season 7, which featured All Winners.
“These are words I never ever wanted to write.
- 1/5/2025
- by JD Knapp
- The Wrap
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