Craig DanzMar 24, 2023
T. Thorn Coyle they/them

In these times when queer, gender nonconforming, and trans people are under attack, I give thanks for the life of fierce queen Darcelle XV, who created a celebratory haven for so many.

May her memory shine.

https://www.opb.org/article/2023/03/23/portland-icon-female-impersonator-drag-queen-darcelle-dead/

#lgbtq #drag

Portland icon and female impersonator Darcelle has died

Walter W. Cole Sr., a pioneer in Oregons lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community who performed as a female impersonator under the name Darcelle for decades, has died at age 92.

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Mar 24, 2023 at 3:26amWeb
Show threadDr. Tamara L. SiudaMar 24, 2023
@thorncoyle oh how sad! 92 years though, wow. ❤️
Show threadT. Thorn Coyle they/themMar 24, 2023
@tamarasiuda that’s a good, long run!
Show threadDr. Tamara L. SiudaMar 24, 2023
@thorncoyle it sure is. Still sad to lose a queer elder.
Show threadT. Thorn Coyle they/themMar 24, 2023
@tamarasiuda indeed.
Show threadChusiMar 24, 2023
@thorncoyle RIP thank you for bringing joy to this broken world 💞