Drag Race star Courtney Act reflects on her heartwarming connection to the X-Men series
Drag Race star Courtney Act has opened up about her love for the X-Men franchise. Since its debut in 1963, the beloved superhero comics have captivated readers worldwide, becoming one of Marvel’s most recognized and celebrated franchises.
Created by the late Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, the X-Men story follows a superpowered team of mutants led by telepath Charles Xavier as they fight various supervillains and deal with anti-mutant sentiment.
While the series has gained popularity for its incredible characters and unforgettable plot points, the X-Men story has also been embraced by many LGBTQIA+ individuals – like Courtney – due to its real-world parallels to the community.
In a clip from Shaun Micallef’s upcoming Eve of Destruction Christmas special, the beloved drag talent opened up about her love for the franchise and the postive impact it had on her growing up. “I loved the X-Men.
