RuPaul Drag Race UK star The Vivienne 'found dead by devastated dad and stepmum' in tragic update
The Vivienne, who won the first series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK and came third on the 2023 edition of Dancing On Ice, died over the weekend aged 32
RuPaul's Drag Race UK star, The Vivienne, was tragically found dead by their heartbroken father and stepmum, according to reports.
The Vivienne, whose real name was James Lee Williams, died at the weekend aged 32.
A close friend of the drag star has since revealed that they were discovered by their distraught dad and stepmum on Sunday. Police have previously confirmed they were called to an address in Chorlton-by-Backford, near Chester, at 12.22pm on Sunday following reports of a sudden death.
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The spokesman said: "Police attended, investigated the circumstances of the death of the 32-year-old man and concluded there were no suspicious circumstances. A file will be prepared for the coroner."
The Vivienne's death was confirmed on Sunday and shared by publicist and pal Simon Jones.
"Their devastated dad raised the alarm and believed they had passed away a day or two before being found," a source told the Sun. "James was due to move to a £400,000 house next week, and had a holiday lined up. They were planning a tour and really had everything to live for."
Announcing The Vivienne's death, their publicist Simon Jones issued a statement on Sunday that read: "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."
In a heartfelt update, Simon shared his deep sense of pride in The Vivienne, offering a glimpse into their unique relationship, reports the Mirror.
He said: "These are words I never ever wanted to write. Viv was a close friend, a client and someone I loved very much. From the moment I met them in 2019 I knew we could create magic together and I became their manager.
"Their talent was immense and the light they brought to every room was astonishing. No one has ever made me laugh in my life as much as Viv did. Their comic genius and quick wit was like no other."
"I'm so proud and lucky that Viv was such a big part of my life every day for the last 5 years. It's tragic that their career was only just beginning. In musical theatre Viv had found a space and career they loved, excelled and thrived in. I am heartbroken and devastated at this news. RIP my wonderful friend. You left us way too soon."
The Vivienne won the first series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK in 2019, with show host RuPaul Charles paying tribute in a message which read: “With a broken heart, I join the entire Drag Race universe in mourning the loss of The Vivienne – an incredibly talented queen and a lovely human being.”
The performer, who came third on the 2023 edition of Dancing On Ice, made their final public appearance just a week before their death, appearing in Blackpool while starring in the prestigious West End musical 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' as The Childcatcher.
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