(WJW) — “RuPaul’s Drag Race” star Bianca Castro, better known as drag performer Jiggly Caliente, has died.
Castro’s family announced that she died Sunday morning.
Castro recently underwent surgery and had most of her leg amputated following a “severe infection”, family members said.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 15: Jiggly Caliente attends ‘RuPaul’s DragCon’ at Los Angeles Convention Center on May 15, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Santiago Felipe/FilmMagic)
After having most of her right leg amputated, she passed away, the family said.
“It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Bianca Castro-Arabejo, known to the world and cherished by many as Jiggly Caliente. Bianca passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, at 4:42 am, surrounded by her loving family and close friends.A luminous presence in the worlds of entertainment and advocacy, Jiggly Caliente was celebrated for her infectious energy, fierce wit, and unwavering authenticity. She touched countless lives through her artistry, activism, and the genuine connection she fostered with fans around the world.Her legacy is one of love, courage, and light. Though her physical presence is gone, the joy she shared and the space she helped create for so many will remain forever.
She will be deeply missed, always loved, and eternally remembered.”
Castro, born in the Philippines before moving to the U.S. with her family in 1991, is best known for competing on the fourth season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and the sixth season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars,” IMDB reported.
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