Jade Jolie

Jade Jolie is an American drag queen, performer, and actress who gained prominence through her appearances on reality television and her notable impersonation of Taylor Swift. After being announced as a contestant on the fifth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race in 2013, Jade Jolie quickly established herself as a versatile performer. During her tenure on the highly-rated reality competition, Jolie showcased her distinct talent, notably with a captivating impersonation of Taylor Swift during the ‘Snatch Game’ challenge. She advanced to the top eight, exiting in the sixth episode.

A pivotal moment in Jolie’s career arrived in 2019, marking a direct collaboration with the superstar she so famously embodies. She was prominently featured in Taylor Swift’s critically acclaimed music video for ‘You Need to Calm Down,’ which garnered widespread attention. Later that year, Jolie performed alongside Taylor Swift at the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards, a high-profile appearance viewed by millions. During the event, she shared in two awards, including the prestigious Video of the Year, in a memorable moment when presenter John Travolta inadvertently handed her one of the awards, mistaking her for Swift.

Demonstrating her continuous versatility and readiness for new challenges, Jolie competed on the fourth season of The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula in 2021, making history as the first Drag Race alumna to participate in the acclaimed horror-themed competition, ultimately securing sixth place. Her presence extends beyond competition, with a cameo appearance in the 2020 documentary Miss Americana and a guest role in an episode of the 2020 Netflix television series AJ and the Queen. Through these varied engagements in reality television, music videos, and live performances, Jade Jolie has consistently reinforced her distinctive and marketable presence within the entertainment industry.