News UK
The Vivienne statue gets major update as campaign gains worldwide support (EXCLUSIVE)
Attitude learns that the project has received international interest from the likes of Greece and the US
The Vivienne
Culture Film & TV
Drag Race Down Under vs the World winner Michael Marouli on The Vivienne, UK axing and new show pitch (EXCLUSIVE)
Her reign is nothing short of excellence. Having previously placed runner-up on series five of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, this Geordie queen has finally received her flowers
News UK
Liverpool to honour The Vivienne with permanent life-size statue in city’s Pride Quarter (EXCLUSIVE)
The landmark tribute will stand at the entrance to Liverpool’s Pride Quarter, watching over the community that helped James Lee Williams become The Vivienne
News UK
The Vivienne honoured at the Attitude Awards with touching musical tribute from drag sisters Bimini, Tia Kofi and more (EXCLUSIVE)
'Your Light Will Shine' was released last month in memory of James Lee Williams, best known as The Vivienne, who died in January at the age of 32
News UK
The Vivienne’s sister gives emotional tribute as she accepts Inspiration Award on behalf of the late drag star: ‘My brother, and my inspiration’
"She opened up doors that had never been opened," Chanel Williams said in her acceptance speech
Life
The Vivienne’s sister Chanel Williams on ketamine campaigning and honouring her brother’s memory (EXCLUSIVE)
The Williams family has been awarded the Inspiration Award at the 2025 Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards for their work dedicated to tackling addiction through the creation of the House of The Vivienne
Culture Scene
The Vivienne to be honoured in new charity single ‘Your Light Will Shine’ – with vocals from Bimini and Tia Kofi
Following the death of drag star The Vivienne, friends and management pay tribute with a new single that urges listeners to "fight for our love more than ever"
Culture Scene
The Vivienne honoured at Milton Keynes Pride with gown display and memorial events (EXCLUSIVE)
Organisers have unveiled a memorial ahead of Milton Keynes Pride honouring a "global influence of our dear friend"
Culture Scene
Milton Keynes Pride returns with Girls Aloud star Nadine Coyle and tributes to The Vivienne
Alongside Coyle, performances will come from Booty Luv, Seann Miley Moore, Mary Mac, Sam and the Womp, Lordin, and more
Life
Family of The Vivienne launch addiction support sessions in Drag Race star’s memory
"James would want you to know you matter, your life matters and there is help," the performer's sister Chanel Williams says
Culture Film & TV
Dear Viv: BBC to air documentary tribute to Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne
"We wanted to celebrate The Vivienne and not just mourn her," the film's producers World of Wonder say
Attitude Loves
Kitty Scott-Claus talks running London Marathon in memory of ‘shining star’ The Vivienne
In advance of the marathon, Kitty is fundraising for a number of charities, including Sahir House, a cause close to The Vivienne's heart
Culture Theatre
The Viv’s publicist reveals the late star’s plans for Broadway prior to death
"My goal for Viv was like, you are going to be a superstar," Simon Jones said during a recent podcast apperance
News UK
The Vivienne’s sister campaigns to have ketamine reclassified as Class A drug following star’s death
Chanel Williams has met with government ministers to discuss the matter, saying: "I know that he would want this"
News
The Vivienne’s cause of death confirmed as ‘ketamine use causing cardiac arrest’
"I hope that by us releasing this information, we can raise awareness about the dangers of ongoing ketamine usage," the Drag Race star's manager has told Attitude, as the performer's family prepares to launch a substance abuse awareness campaign
Culture Film & TV
World of Wonder announces Dear Viv, a new documentary on The Vivienne
The documentary will make use of rare archival footageand interviews with the artist's friends and including Danny Beard and Baga Chipz
Culture Film & TV
The Vivienne: Drag Race winner found dead in bathroom, court hears
The star died of an "unnatural cause of death", says coroner
Culture Film & TV
The Vivienne’s family issue emotional statement at Liverpool vigil: ‘We will miss you for an eternity’
“For an eternity we will all love you"
Uncategorised Film & TV
RuPaul pays emotional tribute to ‘our dear The Vivienne’ at DragCon
Gone but never forgotten
Culture Film & TV
RuPaul issues scathing response to Drag Race alum Tyra’s ‘distasteful’ posts about The Vivienne
"She’s dead. Rotting. Sending me all the hate in the world won’t bring her back," wrote Tyra in a series of tweets about the late queen