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In his memoir, drag icon RuPaul opens up about the real person behind the sequins and wigs. He shares memories of growing up in a household of remarkable women and a challenging yet warm California upbringing that shaped his identity. The book chronicles his early experiences in the New York underground drag scene, his encounters with icons such as Elizabeth Taylor, Elton John, Courtney Love, Karl Lagerfeld, and Diana Ross, and offers insider secrets that helped him achieve fame, fortune, and enduring glamour in the 1990s. RuPaul also reflects on his experiences as a Black gay man and drag queen, providing candid commentary on race, sexuality, and the art of performance.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: RuPaul
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