00:00The drag race community is mourning the loss of one of their own.
00:05Drag queen Jiggly Caliente has died at the age of 44.
00:10Her family shares the heartbreaking news on Instagram April 27th, saying,
00:15It is with profound sorrow that we announced the passing of Bianca Castro Arabeo,
00:21known to the world and cherished by many as Jiggly Caliente.
00:25Bianca passed away peacefully on April 27th, 2025 at 4.42 a.m.
00:32Surrounded by her loving family and close friends.
00:37Jiggly appeared as a contestant on season four of RuPaul's Drag Race
00:41and later went on to become a permanent judge on the competition show spinoff in the Philippines in 2022.
00:48With this statement continuing,
00:50A luminous presence in the worlds of entertainment and advocacy,
00:54Jiggly Caliente was celebrated for her infectious energy, fierce wit, and unwavering authenticity.
01:01She touched countless lives through her artistry, activism,
01:05and the genuine connection she fostered with fans around the world.
01:09The tribute concludes,
01:11Her legacy is one of love, courage, and light.
01:15Though her physical presence is gone,
01:16the joy she shared and the space she helped create for so many will remain forever.
01:21She will be deeply missed, always loved, and eternally remembered.
01:27This news comes just days after Jiggly's family revealed she had recently undergone a leg amputation.
01:34Writing on her IG April 24th,
01:36Bianca has experienced a serious health setback.
01:41Due to a severe infection, she was hospitalized and as a result has undergone the loss of most of her right leg.
01:48At this time, we kindly ask for privacy for Bianca and her family
01:52as they navigate this difficult journey together.
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