The beloved contestant tragically lost her battle with pneumonia, according to friends and family. She was 34-years-old. “I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of Chi Chi DeVayne,” RuPaul said in a statement. “I am so grateful that we got to experience her kind and beautiful soul.
She will be dearly missed, but never forgotten. “May her generous and loving spirit shine down on us all. On behalf of VH1, World of Wonder and the cast and crew of RuPaul’s Drag Race, I extend my deepest sympathy – from our family to hers.” Chi Chi made her Drag Race debut on the eighth season in 2016, where she placed fourth behind Bob the Drag Queen, Kim Chi and Naomi Smalls.