Former Drag Race UK champion The Vivienne‘s loss of life was decided to be brought on by a cardiac arrest following ketamine use.
The BBC obtained affirmation from the household of James Lee Williams, who carried out beneath the stage identify The Vivienne, relating to their resolution to reveal the circumstances surrounding the TV star’s passing earlier than the official inquest.
“Ketamine is an especially harmful drug that’s changing into increasingly more prevalent within the UK,” The Vivienne’s sister Chanel Williams instructed the BBC. “If we might help increase consciousness of the hazards of this drug and assist individuals who could also be coping with ketamine habit then one thing optimistic will come from this entire tragedy.”
The inquest inspecting The Vivienne’s loss of life is scheduled for June.
The groundbreaking first winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK was found lifeless at their residence on January 5. The Vivienne first gained recognition in drag circles in 2015, after being named the UK Drag Ambassador for the acclaimed actuality program RuPaul’s Drag Race. The Vivienne made historical past as the primary drag artist to take part in Dancing on Ice in 2023, becoming a member of Season 15’s solid, and marked their West Finish debut final 12 months.
Following their passing, we’ve realized that the Drag Race manufacturing group is creating Pricey Viv, a documentary honoring the performer’s impression and achievements.
RIP
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