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Australian drag queen Maxi Shield, known from "RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under", died at 51 after battling throat cancer, five months after her diagnosis.
Maxi Shield, the 51-year-old Australian drag performer and RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under Season 1 contestant, has died five months after announcing her throat cancer diagnosis.
Known for her bold personality and Snatch Game impersonation of Magda Szubanski, Shield had undergone chemotherapy and radiation, sharing her journey publicly with hope for recovery.
Her passing, confirmed by friends and collaborators including Wigs By Vanity and Universal Sydney, has prompted an outpouring of grief from fans and the LGBTQ+ community, honoring her vibrant spirit, advocacy for inclusion, and lasting impact on drag culture in Australia and beyond.
La drag queen australiana Maxi Shield, conocida por "RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under", murió a los 51 años tras luchar contra un cáncer de garganta, cinco meses después de su diagnóstico.