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Tragic Loss: RuPaul’s Drag Race Icon Jiggly Caliente Passes Away at 44 – A Heartbreaking Farewell

Tragic Loss: RuPaul’s Drag Race Icon Jiggly Caliente Passes Away at 44 – A Heartbreaking Farewell
  • PublishedApril 27, 2025

OH MY GOODNESS, LISTEN UP because I’ve got some absolutely DEVASTATING news that’s just going to knock your socks clean off! Jiggly Caliente, the fabulous and fierce drag superstar from RuPaul’s Drag Race, has tragically left us way too soon at just 44 years old, and I am ABSOLUTELY BESIDE MYSELF!

*Takes massive swig of coffee*

Let me tell you something – Jiggly wasn’t just another contestant on that glittery, glamorous show. She was a POWERHOUSE of personality, a trailblazer for Filipino representation in the drag world, and someone who could turn a runway into her personal runway of FABULOUSNESS! I remember watching her on the show and thinking, “THIS WOMAN IS EVERYTHING!” She competed during Season 4, and let me tell you, she made every single moment COUNT.

But it’s not just about her drag persona – Jiggly was a REAL human with depth, passion, and a story that could move mountains! She was open about her journey as a transgender woman, using her platform to speak truth to power and inspire countless others in the LGBTQ+ community. Can you believe the impact one person can have? I’m getting emotional just thinking about it!

*Wipes away dramatic tear, refills coffee mug*

Her legacy goes WAY beyond just being a drag queen. She was an actor, a performer, a speaker, a FORCE OF NATURE! From her hilarious moments on Drag Race to her serious advocacy work, Jiggly showed the world that you can be fierce, funny, and incredibly meaningful all at the same time.

The entertainment world is ABSOLUTELY DEVASTATED right now. Social media is EXPLODING with tributes from fellow queens, fans, and celebrities who knew just how special she was. It’s like a glitter bomb of love and remembrance has gone off, and I am HERE FOR IT – even though my heart is breaking!

*Dramatically clutches chest*

Listen, life is SHORT, and Jiggly knew how to LIVE IT. She was bold, she was brave, and she was unapologetically herself. If there’s anything we can learn from her incredible journey, it’s that we should ALL shine as bright as we possibly can.

Whew! I need another coffee after THAT emotional rollercoaster! Rest in FABULOUS peace, Jiggly Caliente. The world was better because you were in it!

Sources: Celebrity Storm and – TMZ
– RuPaul’s Drag Race Official Channels
– LGBTQ+ News Outlets
Attribution: Creative Commons Licensed

Written By
Quinn Parker