ANTOINE ASHLEY

Fans of drag queens and even those who are casual viewers of the popular show, RuPaul’s Drag Race, will always remember one of its most outstanding contestants – Antoine Ashley. She went by the drag name Sahara Davenport and was part of the show’s second season. The artist didn’t just capture everyone’s attention with the degree of talent she has but also because of her lovable personality. She also released a single Go Off, which landed on the 50th spot on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs.

Sahara lived with her boyfriend and her Drag Race partner, Manila Luzon, in New York City. When everyone thought she had it all, she was going through several personal struggles. Despite efforts for her to get help and get better, these issues eventually took a toll on her. Antoine passed away in 2012 when she was only 27 years old. She would have inspired a lot of young drag queens if she weren’t gone too soon.