Bianca Del Rio

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Born Name:  Roy R. Haylock

Born Date:  June 27, 1975

Born Place:  New Orleans, Louisiana

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Occupations:  Drag queen, comedian, actor, costume designer

Brief Biography:  Bianca Del Rio known for winning the sixth season of RuPaul's Drag Race. Known for her rapid wit and insult comedy, she is a "clown in a gown" who became a breakout star. She has authored a book, starred in the Hurricane Bianca film series, and was the first drag queen to headline Wembley Arena.

Key Facts & Background:
Drag Race Success: She won Season 6 (2014) and was the first contestant to reach the finale without ever placing low or in the bottom.
Career Highlights: She is an acclaimed "Joan Rivers of the Drag World" (The New York Times) and has completed multiple worldwide comedy tours, including "Dead Inside".

Film & Stage:
She starred in Hurricane Bianca (2016) and its sequel, and made her West End debut in Everybody's Talking About Jamie.

Early Career and Education:
Before her national fame, Haylock was a successful costume designer in New Orleans, working for the New Orleans Opera. She began her career in theater and costume design before transitioning into drag performance and comedy.

Recent Activities (as of 2026):
Touring: She continues to perform worldwide and sells out major venues like Wembley Arena and Carnegie Hall.
Author: In 2018, she published her book, Blame It On Bianca Del Rio: The Expert On Nothing With An Opinion On Everything.
Products: Her brand includes a top-selling makeup remover, "The Bianca Remover".