RuPaul's Drag Race Star Jiggly Caliente Dies at 44
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Jiggly Caliente, a "RuPaul's Drag Race" star and actress whose real name was Bianca Castro-Arabejo, died at age 44. Her family announced her passing on social media, stating she was surrounded by loved ones. While a cause of death hasn't been officially confirmed, her family previously revealed a serious health setback resulting in a leg amputation. Caliente, known for her infectious energy and advocacy, competed on "Drag Race" and its "All Stars" edition, and later judged "RuPaul's Drag Race Philippines." She also pursued acting, appearing in Ryan Murphy's "Pose." Her contributions to the LGBTQ+ community and Filipino representation will be remembered.
Jiggly Caliente, a "RuPaul's Drag Race" star and actress whose real name was Bianca Castro-Arabejo, died at age 44. Her family announced her passing on social media, stating she was surrounded by loved ones. While a cause of death hasn't been officially confirmed, her family previously revealed a serious health setback resulting in a leg amputation. Caliente, known for her infectious energy and advocacy, competed on "Drag Race" and its "All Stars" edition, and later judged "RuPaul's Drag Race Philippines." She also pursued acting, appearing in Ryan Murphy's "Pose." Her contributions to the LGBTQ+ community and Filipino representation will be remembered.
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