The Vivienne: Former RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner dies at 32

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Former RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner James Lee Williams, known as The Vivienne, has died at the age of 32.

In a statement, a spokesperson said: "It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved James Lee Williams - The Vivienne, has passed this weekend.

"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.

"We will not be releasing any further details. We please ask that James's family are given the time and privacy they now need to process and grieve."

RuPaul's Drag Race judge Michelle Visage said she was "utterly heartbroken" by the news.

Sharing photos of herself with The Vivienne, she said: "I don't know how to say how I feel. My darling @thevivienne_ we go back to when I started coming over here to the UK.

"You were always there, always laughing, always giving, always on point. Your laughter, your wit, your talent, your drag. I loved all of it but I loved your friendship most of all."

She added: "I love you my darling. You will be so missed my lovely. May your light shine fiercely, forever.
 

 

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I’ve just read this online and I am so shocked 

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[Chris 59,314]

i first saw Michelle's post earlier today and my jaw DROPPED.

i hope Viv's passing was painless.

[Chris 59,314]

Tyra should go back into retirement. she's always been nasty but this is a whole new low.

 

https://x.com/thatdamntyra/status/1876025826233450989

 

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Edited January 6 by Chris

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2 hours ago, Chris said:

Tyra should go back into retirement. she's always been nasty but this is a whole new low.

 

https://x.com/thatdamntyra/status/1876025826233450989

 

https://x.com/TheKandyMuse/status/1876052806010122602

 

https://x.com/thatdamntyra/status/1876053255782019152

 

https://x.com/thatdamntyra/status/1876054305398227362

I thought she was in jail 

 

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This was so unexpected…