The Vivienne has “been talking” about making a documentary about homophobia.
The Vivienne is in talks to make a film about homophobia
The ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race UK’ winner initially thought any potential programming about anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment should focus on the United States but since experiencing a violent assault over the weekend, she is reconsidering the scope of her planned show.
The 31-year-old drag performer told the Daily Star’s Hot TV column: “I’ve been talking about doing a show about homophobia. The plan was do it all about America, but we’ll need to start here.
“It’s sad that we need to make shows like that now, but we do. It’s important to use our voice to raise awareness.”
The Vivienne - whose real name is James Lee Williams - recently declared that “homophobia is alive and well” after being the victim of an assault in at a McDonald's restaurant in Liverpool.
She later added on Twitter: "Two lovely ladies just came and complimented my hair and said I look lovely, what a stark contrast of people we have on this planet!
"All in a day huh? A punch and a compliment."
Merseyside Police revealed that a man was taken into custody on suspicion of assault.
A spokesperson said: "We have arrested a man following reports a man was subjected to a homophobic assault in Liverpool today, Friday 16th June.
"The victim, who is in his 30s, reported he was in McDonalds on Edge Lane in Old Swan at around 12:25 BST, when a man made homophobic comments towards him and then punched him in the face.
"The man then made off. Enquiries into the incident are ongoing."
The ex ‘Dancing on Ice’ star enthused about her career milestones like performing on the ITV1 show in her beloved character and how audiences are “realising” the longevity of drag.
The Vivienne told Hello! magazine: "The possibilities are endless, I never thought I'd do Dancing on Ice in drag and I may be turning up on stage very soon. Drag has become this art form that has always been around, but people are realising now oh my god, there's actual talent behind this. You know, from singing to character study, to costuming to makeup."
"I'd do any reality TV show, any chance that I can get to be in people's living rooms and show people that drag is an art form and nothing to be feared and we are less dangerous than guns."