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A Tribute to Chi Chi DeVayne & Her Iconic Drag Race Moments

Fans are celebrating Chi Chi's life with some of her best moments from Season 8 and All Stars 3.

Taylor Henderson

Taylor Henderson is a PRIDE.com contributor. This proud Texas Bama studied Media Production/Studies and Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin, where he developed his passions for pop culture, writing, and videography. He's absolutely obsessed with Beyoncé, mangoes, and cheesy YA novels that allow him to vicariously experience the teen years he spent in the closet. He's also writing one!

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August 20 2020 5:01 PM EST

May 26 2023 12:29 PM EST

News broke earlier today that RuPaul's Drag Race star Chi Chi DeVayne has passed away.

DeVayne, whose real name is Zavion Michael Davenport, has reportedly been in and out of the hospital since July, battling pneumonia and liver failure. She died earlier today at just 34 years old.

DeVayne was known for her Louisiana glamour and big heart. Her sudden passing has rocked the Drag Race community. Some fans are mourning by celebrating DeVayne's life with some iconic moments from Season 8 and All Stars 3, including her pearl-snapping performance of Jennifer Holiday's "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going" and her emotional dedication to her younger self.

\u201cDevastated to hear about Chi Chi Devayne\u2019s passing. A bright star gone way too soon\u201d
— Jarett Wieselman (@Jarett Wieselman) 1597953713

\u201cRIP Chi Chi DeVayne (Zavion Davenport) the heart of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 8 and All Stars 3.\n\n"Never be ashamed of how you walk... talk... because that is going to be the key to your success." #RIPChiChiDeVayne\u201d
— omri (@omri) 1597954897

\u201cRIP Chi Chi DeVayne....such an incredibly talented performer (I am obsessed with this lipsync) but also seemed like a genuinely kind and caring person, this is so fucking sad\u201d
— Will Kellogg (@Will Kellogg) 1597954887

Here are a few more of Chi Chi DeVayne brightest moments:

RIP Chi Chi.