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Drag queen Briar Blush fainted on 'RuPaul’s Drag Race' in Jan. 2026 due to undiagnosed pneumonia that led to sepsis and lung damage.
Contestant Briar Blush from RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 18 fainted during a judging segment in January 2026, later revealing she had been battling pneumonia that progressed to sepsis after the show aired.
She was misdiagnosed during filming and hospitalized post-show, with doctors confirming lasting damage to her left lung.
Blush described feeling warm and disoriented before passing out, unaware she had collapsed.
Despite initial skepticism from some contestants, she confirmed the incident was genuine and emphasized the importance of seeking proper medical care.
She remains in recovery, expressing gratitude for support received.
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La drag queen Briar Blush se desmayó en 'RuPaul's Drag Race' en enero de 2026 debido a una neumonía no diagnosticada que provocó sepsis y daño pulmonar.