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drag king

[drag king] / ˈdræg ˌkɪŋ /
NOUN
performer whose act stylizes masculinity
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One such show is “Radical Acts With Ramón,” featuring artist Ruby Marez’s Puerto Rican drag king alter ego.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 10, 2026

“People do drag because people love drag,” Indianapolis-based drag king Damien Belmont said.

From Salon Jun. 3, 2025

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

A “drag story hour” is defined as when a drag king or drag queen reads children’s books and engages in learning activities.

From Seattle Times Jun. 1, 2023




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