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drag king

[drag king] / ˈdræg ˌkɪŋ /
NOUN
performer whose act stylizes masculinity
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As she refined her act, she caught the attention of artists like Patti LuPone, Amy Sedaris, Adam Horovitz and drag king Murray Hill, whom she counts among her fans and collaborators.

From Salon • Dec. 8, 2024

Birmingham drag king Don One, who also performs around the country including the Two Brewers, agrees that venues need to "step up security" to make sure everyone in the community "feels safe".

From BBC • Aug. 17, 2023

The drag king Murray Hill offers a glimpse inside his busy Pride month.

From New York Times • Jun. 29, 2023

“Being in L.A., a major city, we do have a lot of privilege as drag performers,” said Twinka Masala, a Punjabi drag king who moved to L.A. from the Central Coast last year.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2023

The bill defines such an event as one hosted by a drag king or drag queen who reads children’s books to minor children.

From Seattle Times • May 23, 2023