'Drag Race' stars and celebs mourn Jiggly Caliente's passing

RIP, Jiggly Caliente.

The LGBTQ+ community is mourning the loss of RuPaul's Drag Race fan-favorite, Pose actress, and Drag Race Philippines judge Bianca Castro, a.k.a. Jiggly Caliente, after receiving confirmation that the beloved trans superstar has passed away.

On Thursday, April 24, Castro's family shared a concerning and shocking statement that the Drag Race alum losing "most of her right leg."

On Sunday, April 27 — only three days later — Castro's family shared a new social media post disclosing that the Castro has passed away. This latest statement from Castro's family members reads:

"A luminous presence in the worlds of entertainment and advocacy, Jiggly Caliente was celebrated for her infectious energy, fierce wit, and unwavering authenticity. She touched countless lives through her artistry, activism, and the genuine connection she fostered with fans around the world."

Keep scrolling to see how RuPaul's Drag Race stars and celebrities are reacting to Bianca Castro / Jiggly Caliente's passing.

Bianca Del Rio

Steven Canals

Jinkx Monsoon

Harvey Fierstein

Jaremi (f.k.a. Phi Phi O'Hara, Jiggly Caliente's costar on 'Drag Race' season 4)

Jaremi (f.k.a. Phi Phi O'Hara, Jiggly Caliente's costar on 'Drag Race' season 4)

Jaremi (f.k.a. Phi Phi O'Hara, Jiggly Caliente's costar on 'Drag Race' season 4)

Hailie Sahar

Morphine Love Dion

Sherry Vine

Michelle Visage

Pangina Heals

Ginger Minj

M1ss Jade So

Joella

Sam Lantz

Jan Sport

BenDeLaCreme

Jewels Sparkles

Olivia Lux

Nicky Doll

Jorgeous

Jessica Wild

Captivating Katkat

Jujubee

Tia Kofi

Kennedy Davenport

Baga Chipz

Denali

Robin Fierce

Kandy Muse

Ra'Jah O'Hara

Plane Jane

Alyssa Hunter

Mariah Balenciaga

Eureka

Brooke Lynn Hytes

James St James

Megami

Alexis Mateo

Jaylene Tyme

Anita Tension Ganache

'RuPaul's Drag Race' (statement)

'Drag Race Philippines' (statement)

World of Wonder (statement)

Fenton Bailey (World of Wonder cofounder)

GLAAD (statement)

DragQueenMerch (statement)

'Drag: The Musical' (statement)

Roscoe's Tavern (statement)

Micky's West Hollywood (statement)