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PHOTOS: ’50Faggots’ Launch Party
Online documentary series explores the lives of effeminate gay men
The online documentary series “50Faggots,” which explores the lives of effeminate gay men, held its D.C. launch party at Cobalt on July 30 with a special performance by Jade Sotomayor from “Ru Paul’s Drag Race.” Director Randall Jenson was joined on the stage by Timur Tugberk, Acid Betty, Cyon Flare and others from the show.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
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Crimsyn and Tatianna hosted the new weekly drag show Clash at Trade (1410 14th Street, N.W.) on Feb. 14, 2026. Performers included Aave, Crimsyn, Desiree Dik, and Tatianna.
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Drag artists perform for crowds in towns across Virginia. The photographer follows Gerryatrick, Shenandoah, Climaxx, Emerald Envy among others over eight months as they perform at venues in the Virginia towns of Staunton, Harrisonburg and Fredericksburg.
(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)



















