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Honey Mahogany helped create the world’s first trans cultural district
Honey Mahogany, 35
Drag queen, politico, activist
Mahogany, aka Alpha Mulugeta, grew up near San Francisco and began performing in drag clubs as a student at the University of Southern California, eventually landing a spot on Season 5 of RuPaul’s Drag Race. She shocked fans of the show by singing her own songs rather than lip syncing. Following her stint on Drag Race, she embarked on a successful recording career, releasing her album Honey Love in 2014.
Mahogany’s impressive work doesn’t end when she comes...