Away from RuPaul’s hit show, Williams also appeared on mainstream television shows including Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway and Dancing on Ice, had a guest appearance on Emmerdale, and most recently competed on a Christmas special of Blankety Blank.
After their death, tributes were paid by high-profile names including Ariana Grande, Drag Race judge Michelle Visage and host and creator of the show RuPaul.
Hundreds also attended a public vigil in Liverpool, where friends and family paid tribute through music and speeches.
Public buildings in the city were lit up green in honour of The Vivienne’s role as The Wicked Witch of the West in the UK and Ireland tour of The Wizard of Oz.
A book of condolences was opened at The Museum of Liverpool for members of the public and has since been handed to the family.
Police said there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding Williams’ death.
Shortly after their death was announced, Liverpool-based organisation Sahir House received an influx of donations in memory of The Vivienne, who was a long-standing supporter of the charity and posted about it shortly before their death.
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