Jiggly Caliente, a two-time “RuPaul’s Drag Race” competitor and “Pose” actress, has died at 44 following a “extreme an infection” that resulted within the amputation of her leg.
Jiggly, whose actual identify was Bianca Castro, handed away early Sunday morning, based on a press release shared by her household.
“It’s with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Bianca Castro-Arabejo, identified to the world and cherished by many as Jiggly Caliente,” the household wrote on Instagram. “Bianca handed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, at 4:42 am, surrounded by her loving household and shut associates.”
“A luminous presence within the worlds of leisure and advocacy, Jiggly Caliente was celebrated for her infectious power, fierce wit, and unwavering authenticity. She touched numerous lives by means of her artistry, activism, and the real connection she fostered with followers around the globe.”
“Her legacy is one among love, braveness, and light-weight. Although her bodily presence is gone, the enjoyment she shared and the area she helped create for therefore many will stay endlessly.”
A reason for demise has not but been decided.
Earlier within the week, her household had shared in one other assertion that Jiggly had suffered a “extreme an infection” which resulted in her hospitalization and the “lack of most of her proper leg.”
“We’re devastated by the passing of Jiggly Caliente, a cherished member of the Drag Race household. Her expertise, fact, and impression won’t ever be forgotten, and her legacy will proceed to slay—all the time. We’re holding her household, associates, and followers shut in our hearts throughout this tough time,” the official “RuPaul’s Drag Race” account posted on X.
Jiggly Caliente had carried out on the fourth season of the favored drag race competitors present in 2012 earlier than returning for the sixth all stars season in 2021. She additionally joined the judging panel of “Drag Race Philippines” in 2022, a task she held up till her demise.
Tributes have poured in from fellow drag entertainers following the information of her demise:
We’re devastated by the passing of Jiggly Caliente, a cherished member of the Drag Race household. Her expertise, fact, and impression won’t ever be forgotten, and her legacy will proceed to slay—all the time. We’re holding her household, associates, and followers shut in our hearts throughout this… pic.twitter.com/wkDXQKfwoy
— RuPaul’s Drag Race (@RuPaulsDragRace) April 27, 2025
Jiggly was the fiercest, funniest, most loyal good friend I’ve ever had. Over the previous 11 years she taught me to face up for myself, held me accountable when needed, and by no means did not make me snort til I cried… Grateful I acquired to say goodbye, heartbroken I needed to. Shattered. 💔 pic.twitter.com/lZMkePqf0k
— Ginger Minj (@TheGingerMinj) April 27, 2025
My auntie jigs. You had been the very best drag aunt anybody might ask for. From our late evening studying periods, to your uplifting phrases, To being one of many first individuals I informed I used to be trans getting back from drag race, you all the time had been there for me, I’ll miss u a lot, relaxation effectively my love ❤️
— Jasmine(Mouth Almighty)Kennedie (@jasminekennedie) April 27, 2025
We’re devastated to listen to of the passing of Bianca Castro, aka Jiggly Caliente.
Jiggly’s humor, love, and light-weight touched so many within the Drag Race household and past.
Our deepest condolences exit to her household and associates. Please give them area to grieve this great loss. pic.twitter.com/zb6Zs0Xv68— World of Marvel (@WorldOfWonder) April 27, 2025
