A vigil in Liverpool honors The Vivienne, the beloved drag star who recently passed away at 32, drawing fans and friends together.
Liverpool: Tonight, hundreds are expected to gather in Liverpool to honor The Vivienne, a beloved drag icon. The news of the 32-year-old star’s passing shocked everyone, with the announcement made last weekend by their publicist, Simon Jones.
Simon shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, remembering The Vivienne, whose real name was James Lee Williams. He mentioned how they started their career on Stanley Street in the Pride Quarter and described James as not just a client but a dear friend. Simon said, “James was an incredibly loved, warm-hearted, and amazing person.”
James’s family is heartbroken over the loss of their son, brother, and uncle. They take pride in all the wonderful things James accomplished in life and career.
Since the news broke on January 5, tributes have been flooding in from around the globe, especially from Liverpool, where The Vivienne rose to fame after winning the first season of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK in 2019.
This evening, a vigil is set for 6 PM outside St George’s Plateau, with crowds expected to gather. The Vivienne’s family and representatives from the city’s Pride Quarter venues are anticipated to attend.
Stay tuned for live updates from the vigil as the community comes together to celebrate The Vivienne’s life.
