Maisie Trollette: Tributes pour in as ‘Britain’s oldest drag queen’ dies aged 91

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David Raven, better known as drag legend Maisie Trollette, has passed away aged 91, it has been confirmed.

Known as ‘Britain’s oldest drag queen,” the performer passed away in the early hours of this morning (12 March), the Argus reported.

As a cornerstone of the Brighton queer scene, Maisie performed in the city and beyond for over five decades. She was part of the first Brighton Pride, held in 1973.

Tributes have poured in for the icon from across the entertainment world, from queer venues to performers offering their condolences for the beloved queen.

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