EntertainmentDrag race star The Vivienne dies at 32; community mourns

Drag race star The Vivienne dies at 32; community mourns

James Lee Williams, known as The Vivienne, has passed away at the age of 32. A spokesperson for RuPaul's Drag Race UK confirmed this.

"RuPaul's Drag Race" star has died
"RuPaul's Drag Race" star has died
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James Lee Williams, known as The Vivienne, died suddenly at the age of 32. The information about his death was confirmed by a spokesperson for "RuPaul's Drag Race UK". The drag queen gained popularity by winning the British edition of the show, becoming an icon for the LGBT+ community and drag enthusiasts around the world.

James Lee Williams has passed away

The information about the death of James Lee Williams was conveyed by the spokesperson for the show in which he participated. It was emphasized that he was a particularly beloved and talented person. The spokesperson asked for the family's privacy to be respected during this difficult time.

It is with great sadness that we announce that this weekend our beloved James Lee Williams - The Vivienne passed away. James was an incredibly loved, kind, and amazing person. The family is devastated by the loss of a son, brother, and uncle. They are very proud of the wonderful things James achieved in his life and career,

the "RuPaul's Drag Race UK" spokesperson conveyed on Instagram.

The cause of death has not been disclosed.

James Lee Williams - The Vivienne
James Lee Williams - The Vivienne© Getty Images | Astrid Stawiarz
James Lee Williams - The Vivienne
James Lee Williams - The Vivienne© Getty Images | 2023 Mike Marsland
James Lee Williams - The Vivienne
James Lee Williams - The Vivienne© Getty Images | 2022 Getty Images