James Lee Williams, known as The Vivienne, the winner of Drag Race UK season one, passed away at age 32 from complications related to ketamine use. Found in their home, The Vivienne's family emphasized the importance of raising awareness about ketamine addiction through their statement. The Vivienne had previously discussed her struggles with addiction on the show, revealing the pressure of performing led her to substance use. Her story highlights the broader issues of addiction within the entertainment industry and aims to turn her tragic loss into a cautionary tale.
If we can help raise awareness of the dangers of this drug and help people who may be dealing with ketamine addiction then something positive will come from this complete tragedy.
There's no bigger high than going on stage and entertaining people. So coming off that stage and going, 'I need it, I need to feel it again, let me take this.'
A lot of my drug use was pure boredom. It was just a habit that caught on, but a bit too quick and a bit too hard.
When people say you've got to hit rock bottom to get further, it sounds so stupid but it's the truth. It was the loneliest part of my life.
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