Renowned San Francisco Drag Performer Heklina Passes Away While on Tour
(MENAFN) Heklina, a well-known San Francisco drag performer and actor Stefan Grygelko, was found dead on Monday while on tour in London, England. Heklina was performing in the touring show "Mommie Queerest," a musical parody of the 1981 Joan Crawford biopic "Mommie Dearest," alongside fellow drag artist and performing partner Peaches Christ (aka Joshua Grannell). The news of Heklina's death was first reported on social media by Grannell, who expressed his shock and devastation at the sudden loss of his dear friend.
The Soho Theatre in London, where the production of "Mommie Queerest" was being staged, also expressed its sadness at the news of Heklina's passing. The theatre stated that it was in shock and extended its condolences to Peaches and the rest of the "Mommie Queerest" company, as well as Heklina's family, friends, and the wider LGBTQ and drag communities.
No details regarding the cause of death have been released by authorities as of yet. The sudden loss of Heklina has left the drag and LGBTQ communities reeling with shock and grief. Heklina was a well-known drag performer and a trailblazer in the community. She was a brilliant performer and a beloved figure who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
San Francisco lawmaker Matt Haney also expressed his condolences on social media, referring to Heklina as a drag legend and a trailblazing community icon. He extended his love and sympathies to Heklina's friends, family, and loved ones, as well as the entire LGBTQ and drag communities.
The loss of Heklina is a reminder of the important role that drag performers play in the LGBTQ community and the significant impact that they have on the culture at large. Heklina's legacy will continue to inspire and influence generations of performers to come.
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