Jiggly Caliente: Beloved Drag Queen Dies at 44

The renowned drag queen Jiggly Caliente, who gained fame from the fourth season of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race,’ passed away at the age of 44. Known for her vibrant energy and sharp humor, Caliente succumbed to complications following a severe infection in her right foot last Thursday. Her passing was announced on Sunday by her family via Instagram. Born Bianca Castro-Arabejo in San Pedro, Philippines, in 1980, she moved to New York with her mother and brother in 1991. In 2012, she made waves on ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with her humor and unforgettable interactions. Her public persona evolved further as she revealed her transgender identity in 2016. Caliente returned to ‘Drag Race’ in 2021, participating in ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ and also served as a judge for three seasons of ‘Drag Race Philippines.’ The news has deeply affected the drag community and fans worldwide.