The Vivienne: Pictures of the Late Drag Queen James Lee Williams

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We’re honoring the life and career of The Vivienne after their shocking death. See photos of the late ‘Rupaul’s Drag Race’ star.

The Vivienne (real name: James Lee Williams) was one of the most popular names from Rupaul’s Drag Race‘s reality TV world. The late drag queen branched out as a performer with music and on-stage appearances, such as in The Wizard of Oz. However, The Vivienne’s life was tragically cut short shortly after the 2024 winter holidays.

In January 2025, The Vivienne died of an unknown cause. They were just 32 years old. Fans were devastated by the loss and tributes poured in to honor the U.K. native.

Scroll through our gallery below to see photos of The Vivienne’s life and career.