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United States Darienne Lake is a renowned drag queen and television personality, celebrated for her comedic talent and captivating stage presence, making her a compelling figure for brand collaborations and entertainment projects.
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Darienne Lake released her stand-up comedy special 'Altered Boy' as part of a new collaboration with Comedy Dynamics. 'Altered Boy' is the first of six stand-up specials from 'Drag Race' alumni.
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Greg Meyer, known professionally as Darienne Lake, was born on November 27, 1971, on Long Island, New York. She moved to Rochester, New York, at the age of eleven, and her drag career began in Rochester in 1990 following her first year of college. Her stage name, Darienne Lake, is a tribute to Ricki Lake from the 1988 film “Hairspray” and the Six Flags Darien Lake amusement park. Her drag mother, Naomi Kane, also mentored Pandora Boxx and Mrs. Kasha Davis, who later became notable figures in the drag community. Darienne Lake has been an active presence in the New York drag scene since the 1990s, performing across the United States and internationally. She held the title of Miss Gay Rochester from 1998 to 1999.
Darienne Lake gained international recognition after competing on the sixth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race in 2014, where she won a main challenge and placed fourth. Her appearance on the show led to increased visibility, and she subsequently toured internationally, released a comedy album, and participated in various film, television, and web series projects. In 2018, she appeared in the film “Hurricane Bianca: From Russia with Hate.” Her lip-syncing abilities have been particularly praised, as she successfully navigated three ‘lip syncs for your life’ on Drag Race. In 2019, Vulture recognized her as one of the top 100 most powerful drag queens in America. Most recently, Darienne Lake competed in the eighth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars in 2023, finishing in ninth place.
Throughout her career, Darienne Lake has expanded her artistic endeavors beyond drag performances. In 2023, she released her studio album “Altered Boy” through Comedy Dynamics, which featured six stand-up specials. She has also contributed to various cast recordings, including “Shade: The Rusical” and “Oh No, She Betta Don’t! (Team Panty Ho’s).” Her involvement in documented projects dates back to 2003 with the VH1 documentary ‘Boys Will Be Girls’ and continued with recurring appearances on television, including the “Ricki Lake” talk show in 1996 and subsequent seasons of “RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked!” and “Hey Qween!” In 2023, she appeared in the Hulu original reality series “Drag Me to Dinner” and multiple web series, showcasing her versatility as a performer and entertainer.
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