Chi Chi DeVayne, a competitor on two seasons of "RuPaul's Drag Race," has died at the age of 34. "I am literally so upset about Chichi!" |. May her generous and loving spirit shine down on us all.". Chi Chi DeVayne, the drag superstar who rose to fame on RuPaul's Drag Race, is reportedly dead at 34. Meet Karine Jean-Pierre, the out lesbian serving as Kamala Harris' chief of staff. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. By the time a U.S. adult lives to 65, they are unlikely to die . The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. We all love you and will miss you. RuPaul's Drag Race star Chi Chi DeVayne has died, production company World of Wonder confirmed. At the time of this brief, COVID-19 is on track to be the third leading cause of death in the U.S. for the third year in a row. Other RuPauls Drag Race veterans, including Peppermint and Sasha Velour, expressed their sympathy on social media. Chi Chi, whose real name was Zavion Davenport, appeared on two seasons of the popular show "RuPaul's Drag Race" and quickly became a fan favorite. But, a scleroderma diagnosis in 2018 created further division between Chi Chi and Zavion. But when Chi Chi DeVayne, the luminescent swamp-queen from Shreveport, La., first emerged into the werkroom in 2016, wearing a garbage bag shed sculpted with her own hands into a gorgeous couture gown, she made a powerful statement: It doesnt matter what you have or where you come from, its what you do with it that counts On Thursday, after being hospitalized for several days, Chi Chi died of pneumonia at age 34. Follow. She was 34. Former "Drag Race" contestant Peppermint tweeted a photo of DeVayne. This causes scarring and thickening of the tissue in these areas. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Yesterday, a source confirmed to Entertainment Weekly, the drag queen has sadly died, aged just 34. "She's such an amazing person. Gone much too soon. They fled homophobic violence. She was taken to hospital in July - she told her followers on Instagram it was for kidney failure. Davenport was diagnosed with scleroderma in 2018 and, two years later, he died following a bout of pneumonia he contracted after a hospital stay for scleroderma-related kidney failure. "Her laugh alone was enough to win my heart, but there was so much to her that won me over," she wrote on Twitter. She was 34. the reality star continued. For the twenty countries currently most affected by COVID-19 worldwide, the bars in the chart below show the number of deaths either per 100 confirmed cases (observed case-fatality ratio) or per 100,000 population (this represents a country's general population, with both confirmed cases and healthy people). This article exists as part of the online archive for HuffPost Canada. Chi Chi cemented her status as an international star. Now today, this is where we are. Her loss is devastating. Rest in Power. DeVayne, whose off-stage name was Zavion Davenport told . The cause of death was not immediately reported. Chi Chi was previously also hospitalised in July with high blood pressure and suspected kidney failure, telling fans she had catheters to her heart and kidneys surgically installed before undergoing dialysis . The cause of death was not immediately reported. It's a sad day in the drag world. One user wrote: "chi chi devayne was a powerhouse. Such I caring, empathetic and beautiful soul.I love you Chi Chi. Chi Chi was constantly discouraged from going public about her condition for fear it would limit bookings. Chi Chi DeVayne, a beloved drag queen who shot to fame on the " RuPaul's Drag Race " franchise, died Thursday in her hometown of Shreveport, Louisiana. Last year, at a time when getting into drag had become more of a challenge, the minute she found out my mother went into hospital, she leapt into quick-drag to record a video message to help lift Moms spirits. CHI CHI DEVAYNE - who was best known for starring in RuPaul's Drag Race - has died at the age of 34 after battling pneumonia in hospital. ", Im heartbroken to hear about the loss of our beloved Chi Chi De Vayne. [5] DeVayne enjoyed using different shades of purple makeup. The star also competed in the third series of the All Stars version of the series. "Well, knowing that she is so similar to me in so many qualities, it just means I'm doing the right thing. The symptoms of scleroderma can usually be controlled by a range of different treatments. pic.twitter.com/sYEIRMZ5u9. World Health Organization Coronavirus disease situation dashboard presents official daily counts of COVID-19 cases and deaths worldwide, along with vaccination rates and other vaccination data, while providing a hub to other resources. Don't miss a beat. [11][27] He died on August 20, 2020, at the age of 34. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. youtu.be/0D9LWfp89QQ. She was 34 years old. [EXPLAINER]Canadas Drag Race star Ilona Verley talks her exit from the show[VIDEO]Councils apology after outraged parents slam drag queen school visit[INSIGHT], "she spoke up for all the disheartened poor kids, and she dominated every stage she set foot on. 480K followers. On what they're doing with their newfound fame, Closet says she's pushing the Black Lives Matter movement towards the forefront of her platform. Former contestants and fans of the show also paid tribute to DeVayne. But, as her health deteriorated and her fans grew increasingly concerned, she couldnt keep quiet any longer. 2 min read. Kyne reveals all, Chi Chi DeVayne dead: Fans have paid tribute to Chi Chi on social media. Later in 2018 DeVayne was diagnosed with scleroderma, a condition that attacks the internal organs. During his acceptance speech for outstanding host for a . She was lovable because she loved. Chi Chi DeVayne, a beloved star of the hit VH1 reality series "RuPaul's Drag Race," has died. She gushed about the season's popularity, explaining, "So many people even in my family! This causes scarring and thickening of the tissue in these areas. Verified. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Her loss is devastating. "It comes back to us both coming from humble beginnings, and it's hard to see her go, but I know she will live on forever.". I love you Chi Chi. The performer's family confirmed the death Thursday on Instagram but did not . Unfortunately, fan favorite Chi Chi DeVayne -- arguably the best performer out of this season's crop of girls -- didn't make the cut. rest in power". This season of "Drag Race" premiered only a few weeks before lockdown began, making it impossible for this batch of new queens to really . Zavion Michael Davenport was born on September 24, 1985, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Alberteen Wyandon and Zan Davenport III. Drag Race star hospitalised with suspected kidney failure, RuPaul's Drag Race star Chi Chi DeVayne fights pneumonia in hospital, The TV personality, 34, begged fans to keep her in their prayers while she continued her fight against pneumonia, Chi Chi cemented her status as an international star. [11] DeVayne made it to the top four but was eliminated before Kim Chi and Naomi Smalls; Bob the Drag Queen won the crown. [10] Out dubbed the performance one of the series' best lip syncs. Canada's Drag Race: Who are the judges on Canada's Drag Race? Theres no cure, but most people with the condition can lead a full, normal life, with symptoms usually controlled by a range of different treatments. found a typed note on a hospital desk in recent days urging them to "try not to write respiratory failure caused by Covid" as the primary cause of death . Ill be back soon.. DeVayne, whose given name was Zavion Davenport, told Instagram followers last week she was back in the hospital. Chi Chi DeVayne The RuPaul's Drag Race alum died at age 34 after battling pneumonia, scleroderma and other health problems. Chi Chi DeVayne World of Wonder. In this retrospective cross-sectional study, we analysed medical records of 1232 assault victims (domestic violence: 111, random assault: 900, prison assault: 221) with . Canada's Drag Race: Who left Drag Race? She was 34. And when you think about what makes television outstanding, I think about stories and the way that television can move you and impact you. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. "She will be dearly missed, but never forgotten. Chi Chi DeVayne, a competitor on two seasons of "RuPaul's Drag Race," has died at the age of 34. She was discharged later that month, but went back to hospital again last week - this time, she said, for pneumonia. Audiences packed into the Central Station nightclub to cheer her on, in hopes she would deliver on hersignature backflips. Its hard when you go from being at the top of your game and then … something like this hits, she said. Chi Chi became well known after competing on the eighth series RuPaul's Drag Race. The reality show catapulted her career and brand. The reality star was wearing a hospital gown during her latest Instagram update. The date and cause of death were not . Chi Chi's lip sync to Dreamgirls' And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going is also considered iconic in Drag Race history. She was diagnosied with scleroderma back in 2018. Such I caring, empathetic and beautiful soul. "All other causes" includes liver disease/cirrhosis, bloodstream infections, hypertension, Parkinson's disease . Ill never forget our first hang at a terrible lobster bar off Bourbon Street. Chi Chi DeVayne death: How did the RuPauls Drag Race star die and what is scleroderma? Chi Chi died from pneumonia after being hospitalised for a second time this year. The drag queen, whose real name was . Day 18.5: The median time it takes from the first symptoms of COVID-19 to death is 18.5 days. RuPaul paid tribute to Chi Chi, saying that he was "heartbroken" to learn of her death. ", Bianca Del Rio 'daunted, excited' for Wembley gig. She was previously treated in July for suspected kidney failure. 480k Followers, 1,143 Following, 541 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Chi Chi DeVayne (@chichidevayneofficial) chichidevayneofficial. This season of "Drag Race" premiered only a few weeks before lockdown began, making it impossible for this batch of new queens to really lean into their newfound celebrity. "Her drag spread a message of love and kindness that truly touched each person she met.". May her generous and loving spirit shine down on us all., Chi Chi DeVaynes light will shine forever in all of our hearts. RuPaul's Drag Race star Chi Chi DeVayne has died, production company World of Wonder confirmed. "I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of Chi Chi DeVayne . I am so grateful that we got to experience her kind and beautiful soul. She had been hospitalised in mid August 2020 amid complications from her scleroderma diagnosis. Her heart was big. RuPaul's Drag Race star, ne Zavion Davenport, died this week following a battle with pneumonia. She may not have won her season, but she won the heart of viewers and became an international star, going on to tour and performing in cities like Rio, Los Angeles and Montreal. Assigning a cause of death is never straightforward, but data on excess deaths suggest coronavirus death tolls are likely an underestimate. She had completely surprised herself. A heartbroken RuPaul offered condolences in a statement posted to Twitter Thursday, saying DeVayne would be dearly missed, but never forgotten., I am so grateful that we got to experience her kind and beautiful soul, the statement continued. "I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of Chi Chi DeVayne," said the host. Chi Chi often confided that she feared she would be forgotten due to her limitations, as her health deteriorated. "I am so grateful that we got to experience her kind and beautiful soul," he said in a statement, posted on the show's Twitter account. The classically trained dancer, known . We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. With so many people sitting at home, some people have no jobs People are really struggling. Drag queen Chi Chi DeVayne, known for her drag-on-a-dime craftiness and Southern Belle persona, has died at age 34. The death of DeVayne is just another rough moment for 2020. She was truly a legendary queen. Rest In Peace now my beautiful sister #chichidevayne im heart broken. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. DeVayne enjoyed using different shades of purple makeup. In a heartfelt and labored message, DeVayne addressed fans: Keep me in prayers. Originally she went into hospital with a suspected kidney failure and she was discharged days later in July. I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of Chi Chi DeVayne. In a series of Instagram videos, DeVayne said she had tested negative for COVID-19 but was believed to be suffering kidney failure."I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of Chi Chi . May her generous and loving spirit shine down on us all.". RuPaul, the host of the eponymous reality show, remembered DeVayne in a statement provided to USA TODAY on Thursday. There's no cure for scleroderma, but most people with the condition can lead a full, productive life. Chi Chi, whose non-stage name was Zavion Davenport, appeared on season eight of the show, as well as season three of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars. RuPaul shares "the biggest lesson I learned" on "RuPaul," a daytime talk show airing in seven markets around the U.S. for three weeks. The classically trained dancer, known offstage as Zavion Davenport, was 34. ", English drag queen Cheryl Hole, who appeared on "RuPaul's Drag Race UK," tweeted that DeVayne "was such a light during her season and beyond. Basically my biggest platform right now is to share love and joy to other people," she said. Chi Chi was previously also hospitalised in July with high blood pressure and suspected kidney failure, telling fans she had catheters to her heart and kidneys surgically installed before undergoing dialysis treatment. When she wasnt absorbed in security cam footage, she loved watching camp films, like Little Shop of Horrors and Death Becomes Her, and action movies too disaster movies were her favourite. (As a "Drag Race" super fan myself, this year I found myself especially looking forward to Fridays more than ever before, knowing that for a few hours I would be able to forget my pandemic troubles and watch drag queens strut a runway in things that sparkle and shine.). Chi Chi DeVayne has died of pneumonia. The world lost a charismatic, fearless and inimitable star; I lost a dear friend. Love you, Chi Chi. Earlier this year, Chi Chi lip-synched in the final scene of an episode I made for the anthology series Little America, called The Son. She fought through her pain at the time to deliver a chilling performance that shook the entire cast and crew. There's no cure for scleroderma, but most people with the condition can lead a full, productive life. DeVayne described it as a chronic, incurable illness that causes the skin to tighten and thick scar tissues to form around internal organs, impairing their ability to function. Scleroderma is caused by the immune system attacking the connective tissue under the skin and around internal organs and blood vessels. "She will be dearly missed, but never forgotten. "[2] Davenport attended Fair Park High School, where he was a drum major in the marching band. Drag Race alum Chi Chi Devayne dead at 34. [7] On July 17 of that year, he was rushed to the hospital with hypertension and scleroderma-related kidney failure. That charismatic personality and fearlessness we all saw on TV was noticeably muted out of drag. Knowing that she is such a beloved person, it speaks to me," Closet said. But also, that desperate desire for connection has made "Drag Race" an even brighter rhinestone in the dark. "I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of Chi Chi DeVayne. When she walked through the door, she was nothing like I expected. I remember when I first met her, she came to me and she gave me amazing advice about how to deal with everything that was about to happen with being on the show. In a piece to camera from her hospital bed, Chi Chi said she was going to make herself scarce on social media for a few days. [19][20] DeVayne credited her experience on Drag Race with helping her heal from some of the difficulties of her past.[2]. 541 posts. ", "She always showed how being humble, honest and your true authentic self will get you far!" RuPaul returns to daytime TV for summer test run. Her death comes after the Drag Race star was hospitalised last week with the lung disease. There are several different types of scleroderma that can vary in severity. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Contestants on the show perform lip syncs when they are at risk of elimination. Chi Chi DeVayne, season 3 of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars. Her drag mothers were Kourtni DeVayne and Lady Phat Kat. Zavion explained that in Shreveport, where he grew up and first made a name for himself locally as a Black drag performer, there was no room to express femininity out of drag, not even by putting on sparkly pink socks. (She was also constantly on watch to see who was stealing her mail it was almost compulsive!) We became fast friends, and our friendship deepened as we travelled from New Orleans, Chicago and L.A. to Montreal together, while working on various projects, both independently and together. Imeh Akpanudosen/Getty Images. Baga Chipz teases Celebrity MasterChef disaster, Canadas Drag Race star Ilona Verley talks her exit from the show, Councils apology after outraged parents slam drag queen school visit, Michelle Visage speaks out on major show change amid 'curse' worries. The news came days after the performer, known offstage as . rest in power.". As the disease progressed, all of the on-stage gymnastics Chi Chi was known for slowly began to slip through her fingers. Former contestants and fans of the show also paid tribute to Vhi Chi. We find that nearly as many people died of COVID-19 in January and February of 2022 as the . Aug 21, 2020, 04:25 PM EDT. . I am so grateful that we got to experience her kind and beautiful soul, he said in a statement, posted on the shows Twitter page. The cause of death was not immediately reported. Zavion Michael Davenport (September 24, 1985 August 20, 2020), better known by the stage name Chi Chi DeVayne, was an American drag queen and reality television personality who came to international attention on the eighth season of RuPaul's Drag Race and on the third season of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars. The date and cause of death were not . The illness caused the entertainer to lose weight and hindered her ability to perform at her peak dance level, she said. Chi Chi, who was 34, revealed to fans on Instagram earlier this month that she had contracted pneumonia . Chi Chi DeVayne, known for her appearances in "RuPaul's Drag Race" and " RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars ," has died after a battle with pneumonia.

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