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.
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The Vivienne at the ‘Wicked: Part One’ European Premiere in 2024
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The Vivienne was last seen attending the European premiere of Wicked: Part One in November 2024.
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The Vivienne Performing in ‘The Wizard Of Oz’ in 2024
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The late performer stepped out during the curtain call of The Wizard of Oz in August 2024.
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The Vivienne at The London Palladium in 2023
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The Vivienne posed for pictures while attending a press night of The Wizard of Oz in 2023.
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The Vivienne at The British Soap Awards 2023
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The Vivienne attended The British Soap Awards 2023 at the Lowry Theatre in June 2023 in Manchester, England.
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The Vivienne During the ‘Dancing On Ice’ Photocall in 2023
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The Vivienne posing for photos during the Dancing On Ice Series 15 photocall at ITV Studios, Bovingdon in January 2023 in London, England.
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The Vivienne at RuPaul’s DragCon in 2022
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The Vivienne stunned in this blue outfit at RuPaul’s DragCon at Los Angeles Convention Center on May 13, 2022.
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The Vivienne in 2019
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The Vivienne attended the RuPaul’s Drag Race UK Launch on September 17, 2019 in London, England.
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The Vivienne Performing in 2021
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The Vivienne performed during Pride In Manchester 2021 on August 29, 2021 in Manchester, England.
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The Vivienne in NYC in 2022
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The Vivienne rocked this pink fuzzy outfit at The Empire State Building on May 09, 2022 in New York City.
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The Vivienne at RuPaul’s Los Angeles DragCon
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The Vivienne was photographed laughing during RuPaul’s Los Angeles DragCon.
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The Vivienne at RuPaul’s DragCon 2019
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The Vivienne slayed in this black and white ensemble at RuPaul’s DragCon 2019.
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The Vivienne at Manchester Pride 2019
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The Vivienne exuded goddess vibes at Manchester Pride 2019.
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The Vivienne at the Vaudeville Theatre in 2021
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The Vivienne attended the Drag Queens Of Pop at the Vaudeville Theatre on May 18, 2021 in London, England.
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