Jiggly Caliente

Jiggly Caliente was a beloved Filipino-American transgender drag performer, singer, and television personality, leaving a lasting legacy through her artistry and advocacy. After gaining significant momentum competing on the fourth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race in 2012, where she placed eighth, Jiggly Caliente quickly established herself as a vibrant drag performer, singer, and television personality. Prior to her national television debut, Caliente had already built a formidable reputation within the drag circuit, having established her drag persona in 2004 or 2005 and achieving notable titles including Ms. Asia America in 2006, Ms.

In 2016, Caliente publicly came out as transgender, becoming an outspoken advocate for trans rights and furthering her impact beyond entertainment. Her musical career also blossomed, releasing her first single ‘Fckboi’ in 2018, followed by her debut album, ‘T.H.O.T. Process,’ which featured collaborations with prominent Drag Race alumni. Demonstrating her versatility, Caliente secured a recurring acting role as Veronica Ferocity in Ryan Murphy’s critically acclaimed drama series Pose, appearing from 2018 to 2021.

Her artistry, advocacy, and trailblazing career as a transgender drag performer, singer, and television personality have left an indelible legacy.