Trixie Mattel announced her second break from drag and social media, beginning in August 2024. She previously took a break for health reasons, finding it creatively fulfilling. Trixie reflected on her past struggles with depression and uncertainty about her career in drag. During her breaks, she pre-tapes content for fans and emphasizes the importance of taking time to replenish creative energy as an artist. She humorously noted that cross-dressing is unnecessary in August and encouraged fellow artists to take care of their creative gifts.
"Last year I went on my first ever break from drag. I was coming out of the worst depression of my life, coming out of a crisis of: 'What am I doing with my life? Do I even like drag?'"
"All summer, last summer, I was so off the grid... All I did was chill. And it was so creatively fulfilling. And I realised you have to refill the bucket!"
"If you're an artist, do not disrespect the gift of being an artist, by wearing those tires down until they're bald."
"No-one needs to be cross-dressing in August."
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