Jiggly Caliente Dead - 'RuPaul's Drag Race' & 'Pose' Star Dies at 44
Jiggy Caliente has tragically passed away.
Just days after it was revealed that the drag entertainer lost most of her leg amid a severe infection, the family of the RuPaul’s Drag Race alum confirmed that she passed away on Sunday (April 27) in a statement.
“It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Bianca Castro-Arabejo, known to the world and cherished by many as Jiggly Caliente. Bianca passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, at 4:42 am, surrounded by her loving family and close friends,” they wrote.
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“A luminous presence in the worlds of entertainment and advocacy, Jiggly Caliente was celebrated for her infectious energy, fierce wit, and unwavering authenticity. She touched countless lives through her artistry, activism, and the genuine connection she fostered with fans around the world,” they continued.
“Her legacy is one of love, courage, and light. Though her physical presence is gone, the joy she shared and the space she helped create for so many will remain forever. She will be deeply missed, always loved, and eternally remembered. In Loving Memory of Bianca Castro-Arabejo (Jiggly Caliente). November 29, 1980 – April 27, 2025.”
Drag Race stars mourned the loss in the comments, including Jessica Wild, who wrote: “May our beloved sister rest in peace. It’s so painful to know that we’ve lost you sis, but you will live on forever in our hearts. My deepest condolences to her family, friends and everyone who loves her as much as I do.Fly high Jiggly❤️”
Morphine Love Dion wrote: “I cannot stop crying I love you so much I wish I can hug you one more time this can’t be real…”
Jackie Cox wrote: “This is so devastating. ????Rest in peace. ????️”
Courtney Act added: “Love you, Jiggles.”
Ongina said: “I love you forever. ???? WE ALL love you forever. ????️ Rest in eternal peace my beautiful sister.”
Kerri Colby wrote: “????????????????️???? Auntie we will miss you and carry your love for eternity ! Fly high ????”
Deja Skye said: “Rest in power sis ????”
Jiggly Caliente first appeared on Season 4 of RuPaul’s Drag Race in 2012. She then returned for All Stars 6 in 2021, having coming out a trans woman in 2016.
She also starred in Pose, and served as a judge on all three seasons of Drag Race Philippines.
Our thoughts are with Jiggly Caliente‘s loved ones at this incredibly difficult time. RIP.
We have sadly lost several stars from the Drag Race family.