RuPaul’s Drag Race’s Jiggly Caliente has right leg amputated after ‘severe infection’
RuPaul’s Drag Race star Jiggly Caliente’s family has shared a devastating health update with her followers.
The season four contestant, whose real name is Bianca Castro, has had most of her leg amputated after she “experienced a serious health setback”.
“Due to a severe infection, she was hospitalised and, as a result, has undergone the loss of most of her right leg,” her family wrote in a statement on Instagram.
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“Her recovery will be extensive.”
The star’s loved ones confirmed that the performer, who became a permanent judge on RuPaul’s Drag Race Philippines in 2022, will not return for the upcoming season.
The statement added, “nor will she be participating in any public engagements for the foreseeable future.”
“At this time, we kindly ask for privacy for Bianca and her family as they navigate this difficult journey together,” they continued.
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“Bianca’s family and drag house are deeply grateful for the continued outpouring of support, strength, and prayers.”
The post also requested, “While Jiggly concentrates on healing, we invite her friends, fans, and community to uplift her with messages of hope and love on her social media channels.”
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The star’s 229,000 Instagram fans flooded the post’s comment section with words of well-wishes and support.
Drag Race alum and the season eight winner, Bob the Drag Queen, wrote, “Jiggly I love you so much. You always keep it so real. A true diva. Heal up sis.”
Michelle Visage shared: “We love you so much my sweet jiggles and we are praying with all we’ve got.”
Ginger Minj, the season seven runner-up, wrote: “I love you more than words can say. You’re always on my mind, I’m sending you all the good thoughts in the world!”
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Jiggly Caliente, who placed eighth on RuPaul’s Drag Race in 2012, has been working as a judge for the series’ Filipino franchise since returning for the spin-off series All Stars in 2021.
“It became such a big deal,” she told Gay Times in 2022 of her re-appearance and her iconic butterfly-inspired look.
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“I just felt that I didn’t get to show much of my Filipino side on the season because I was only on for two episodes! I didn’t get to rock what I really wanted to wear so when it came to promo, I wanted to have a little bit of the Philippines with me.”
“That butterfly sleeve made such a wave here in the Philippines and the outpouring amount of support I got from the Filipino fans,” she continued.
“I think that’s what started it, and then I got a phone call, ‘Hey, would you be interested?’ If ever! I was like, ‘OK, sure. Why not?’ I’m not going to turn that down! Then, it became a reality.”
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