The Vivienne, the inaugural winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, has died at the age of 32, publicist and manager Simon Jones confirmed on Instagram. “These are words I never ever wanted to write,” the statement read.

“‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ is a reality show in which a group of talented drag queens compete in challenges to impress host RuPaul, the world’s most famous drag queen, to win a cash prize along with a crown and the title of America’s Next Drag Superstar.”

RuPaul's Drag Race UK' season 1 winner, The Vivienne, has died at age 32. RuPaul remembers the 'incredibly talented queen' in a tribute on Instagram.