The Legacy of Venus Xtravaganza

Описание: The Unsolved Murder of Venus Xtravaganza | New York’s Dark Side | Pride Month Episode 🏳️‍⚧️

On Christmas Day, 1988, a housekeeper at the Duchess Hotel in New York City made a chilling discovery: the body of Venus Xtravaganza, a young transgender woman and beloved member of the legendary House of Xtravaganza. Her murder remains unsolved to this day.

In this special Pride Month episode of New York’s Dark Side, Amanda Morgan explores the life, legacy, and tragic death of Venus Xtravaganza, whose story was immortalized in the iconic documentary Paris Is Burning. From the birth of ballroom culture to the modern struggles faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals—especially transgender women of color—this episode dives deep into history, identity, community, and injustice.

✨ This episode includes:

The life and dreams of Venus Xtravaganza
The impact of Paris Is Burning and the ballroom scene
The realities of LGBTQ+ youth homelessness and violence
A powerful call to action for equality and informed voting
Mental health and support resources for the LGBTQIA+ community
🎥 Whether you’re a long-time follower of ballroom culture or hearing Venus’s story for the first time, this episode is a tribute to her enduring influence and the continued fight for justice.

🕯️ Her murder remains unsolved. Her legacy lives on.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

🔹 Human Rights Campaign – https://www.hrc.org
🔹 LGBTQ MAP – https://www.lgbtmap.org
🔹 RAINN (Sexual Assault Support) – https://www.rainn.org | 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
🔹 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 | Text "Q" to 988 for LGBTQIA+ support
🔹 National Institute of Mental Health – https://www.nimh.nih.gov

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