Vinzon Leojay Rubia Booc (born 23 September 1993), better known as Lady Gagita, is a Filipino drag performer. She[a] is best known for impersonating many American musical artists such as Lady Gaga and Katy Perry. She also competed in the first first season of Drag Den.
Lady Gagita | |
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| Born | Vinzon Leojay Rubia Booc 23 September 1993 Davao City, Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Other names |
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| Education | Holy Cross of Davao College |
| Occupation | |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Television | Drag Den (season 1) |
Early life
editVinzon Leojay Rubia Booc was born on 23 September 1993, in Davao City, Davao del Sur, to two Filipino parents.[1]
Career
editWhile attending college at Holy Cross of Davao College, Booc first accidentally started drag in 2010, when he released a parody video of "Telephone" (2010) by Lady Gaga.[1] The parody video became an internet sensation and surpassed two million views on YouTube, and was praised by fashion director Nicola Formichetti.[2] She appeared in various video series alongside Risa Hontiveros and Jon Avila, to "spread the message about equality" and "focusing on HIV and AIDS awareness."[3]
In June 2021, Lady Gagita joined Nadine Lustre, Viñas DeLuxe, and other drag performers in a virtual benefit concert raising funds for The Golden Gays, a non-profit organization that provides support and care facilities for elderly LGBTQ people.[4] She was awarded Local Drag Queen of the Year by Village Pipol Choice Awards.[5]
Lady Gagita was revealed as one of the contestants competing in the first season of Drag Den, on 17 November 2022.[6] She won both the main challenge, which is a talent show, and the lip-sync challenge in the fourth episode.[7] In the sixth episode, her runway was inspired to stop cancel culture. She was eliminated in fifth place and 90.14 was her final score of the series.[8] In February 2023, Lady Gagita was announced as the head judge for her upcoming drag reality competition series, Mudrakels,[9] where showcases drag mothers being important roles and mentoring new drag artists.[10]
Personal life
editBooc is gay, and uses the pronouns he/him out of drag and she/her in drag.[11]
Discography
editPromotional singles
edit| Title | Year | Album | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| "May Kapa" with the cast of Drag Den (season 1) |
2023 | Non-album promotional single | [12] |
Filmography
editTelevision
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Magpakailanman | Episode: "Born To Be A Queen" | [citation needed] | |
| Drag Den | Herself/Contestant | Season 1 — 5th place | [13] | |
| 2023 | Mudrakels | Herself/Host | [14] | |
| 2024 | Magpakailanman | Episode: "Ang Ina Kong Ahas" | [citation needed] |
Awards and nominations
edit| Award | Year | Category | Recipient(s) and nominee(s) | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village Pipol Choice Awards | 2021 | Local Drag Queen of the Year | Lady Gagita | Won | [15] |
Notes
editReferences
edit- ^ a b Alivio, Cristina E. (3 April 2019). "Lady Gagita: The art of impersonation". SunStar. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
- ^ Samonte, Jujiin (8 December 2022). "A Round Of Applause For Lady Gagita, Drag Den's Internet Icon". Mega Drag. Retrieved 29 February 2024.
- ^ "Chef Sau del Rosario, Jon Avila, Risa Hontiveros, Lady Gagita and more speak of acceptance and equality for LGBT Pride March on December 4". Spot Philippines. 2 December 2024. Retrieved 29 February 2024.
- ^ "Nadine Lustre and drag queens Vinas DeLuxe, Lady Gagita, Andy Crocker in benefit concert". Rappler. 25 June 2021. Archived from the original on 8 December 2022. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
- ^ Robles, Renzneil (20 November 2022). "Give in to the eight bewitching queens of Drag Den Philippines". Village Pipol. Retrieved 29 February 2024.
- ^ Colcol, Erwin (19 November 2022). "Get Set! Here's the Cast of the Manila Luzon-Starring "Drag Den Philippines"". Preview Philippines. Archived from the original on 22 November 2022. Retrieved 22 November 2022.
- ^ "High on Drags". Drag Den. Season 1. Episode 4. 29 December 2022. Amazon Prime Video.
- ^ Tunac, Hermes Joy (12 January 2023). "'Drag Den PH' names Naia, Shewarma, Maria Cristina as its Top 3 finalists". GMA News Online. Archived from the original on 26 January 2023. Retrieved 22 November 2022.
- ^ Bautista, Rafael (23 February 2023). "Drag Mothers Take Center Stage in Lady Gagita's Digital Series, 'Mudrakels'". Nylon Manila. Archived from the original on 7 June 2023. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
- ^ Acierto, Drew. "Making Your Mudra Proud: Drag Queens Help Aspiring Drag Artists in New YouTube Series". Push. Archived from the original on 12 February 2024. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
- ^ Enriquez, Em (27 December 2022). "Lady Gagita Is Making a Name for Herself and She's Doing It One Drag Performance at a Time". Preview. Archived from the original on 30 January 2023. Retrieved 12 December 2023.
- ^ The Cast of Drag Den (20 January 2023). "May Kapa". Apple Music (US). Archived from the original on 30 January 2024. Retrieved 17 October 2023.
- ^ "Place your bets! 'Drag Den Philippines' introduces its competing queens". Rappler. 17 November 2022. Archived from the original on 17 November 2022. Retrieved 17 November 2022.
- ^ Samonte, Jujiin (23 May 2023). "AFAB Queen Savvy Tan Is The First Anak Ng Mudra Winner Of Mudrakels". Mega Drag. Archived from the original on 2 June 2023. Retrieved 11 February 2024.
- ^ Lorejo, Leanne (3 March 2022). "VP Choice Awards 2021: The Full List of Winners". Village Pipol. Retrieved 29 February 2024.
