Why did famous drag queen Valencia Prime collapse on stage?
Valencia Prime, a drag queen, died while performing on stage at the age of 25 recently. The drag queen lost her life due to atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Prime was a famous drag queen in Philadelphia.
By ET Spotlight Special |
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Valencia Prime, a famous drag queen, lost her life due to atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease while performing on stage in Philadelphia.
The drag queen collapsed while performing in a gay bar called Tabu Lounge and Sports Bar. Asia Monroe, a fellow performer, said Prime was not responsive when the paramedics came.
What happened at the stage?
The death happened due to natural causes through a form of heart disease. Prime was one of the Philadephia's plus size dancing divas. Jeffrey Scotland, the bar owner, said Prime suddenly collapsed while in the middle of a performance. Tabu Lounge and Sports Bar took to social media and paid tribute.
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They wrote that they are mourning the loss of a rising and very bright performance community star. Prime was always full of positivity and love; while they say goodbye, they will not forget her. The bar also said that they would host Prime's mother for a memorial on September 19. The donations for it will be given to Prime's family.
Tributes to the Rising Star
LGBTQIA+ community poured in to pay tribute to the star. Aloe Vera, a fellow performer, posted a heartwarming message on Facebook saying they were trying to stay strong and brave as Prime taught them to be it. They said Prime would be their light forever.
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They also wrote that they wished to inspire others who were hurt, but a piece of their soul was taken, and she struggled to pick herself up. They ended by saying they loved Valencia. Christiana Marcus-McRae, Valencia's mother, took to Facebook to share the devastating news. She said she gave birth to her second child 25 years ago and is now making arrangements for their funeral. Prime's official page on Facebook mentions they were from New Jersey and went to Delran High School and Rowan College in New Jersey. They were studying at Temple University.
FAQs
Q1. How did Valencia Prime die? A1. Valencia Prime, a drag queen, died while performing on stage. The cause of death was announced, and the drag queen lost her life due to atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Prime was a famous drag queen in Philadelphia.
Q2. Where was Valencia Prime from? A2. Prime's official page on Facebook mentions she was from New Jersey and went to Delran High School and Rowan College in New Jersey. She was studying at Temple University.