Arts & Entertainment

Drag queen blasts Katy Perry for not paying queens for video shoot

the pop star has been accused of only offering exposure for work

Published

8 years ago

July 13, 2017

Mariah Cooper

(Screenshot via Twitter.)

Drag queen Vicky Vox is slamming Katy Perry for allegedly not paying drag queens to appear in her music video.

Vox claims Perry was “begging” drag queens to work on the two-day shoot but without pay. Instead, the pop star’s team said that the queens would receive exposure for their work. Vox noted that they still deserved to be paid for their time.

You know what fuck this … there’s a pop star begging drag queens to do a music video for two days with no pay, they own costumes and all

— VICKY VOX (@TheVickyVox) July 12, 2017

It wasn’t until we all said NOPE… that they said maybe there might be some budget. But they’ll get back to us tomorrow? No, fuck this.

— VICKY VOX (@TheVickyVox) July 12, 2017

You need to know today, you stressed that. Do you think we just like to prance around for sugarplum dreams? Bitch, THIS IS FUCKING WORK.

— VICKY VOX (@TheVickyVox) July 12, 2017

Drag queens should not have to beg you to value them. Not only is it insulting you asked them to value themselves as worthless…

— VICKY VOX (@TheVickyVox) July 12, 2017

You were going to USE them for your gain. Then say maybe when they say their time is valuable … you say maybe … NO!

— VICKY VOX (@TheVickyVox) July 12, 2017

Yes, I have receipts. I also don’t think the person whose video this is would be doing this on purpose. But, really tho, SHE KNOWS BETTER.

— VICKY VOX (@TheVickyVox) July 12, 2017

I’m so fucking hot. I’m tired of asking that people see me. Some people need to pay rent. They don’t make thousands a night.

— VICKY VOX (@TheVickyVox) July 12, 2017

Yo, @katyperry .. just so it’s clear. I had love for you. Your team fucked up pic.twitter.com/Jv7i4N9xp5

— VICKY VOX (@TheVickyVox) July 12, 2017

Vox also threw some shade at “RuPaul’s Drag Race” alums who she claims did accept the exposure deal.

HOWEVER, apparently drag race girls said they’d do it for free… and local girls said respect my time. Fame chasers vs paper chasers

— VICKY VOX (@TheVickyVox) July 12, 2017

Perry has had a rocky relationship with drag queens this year. She reportedly removed drag queens from her “Saturday Night Live” performance because rap trio Migos wasn’t comfortable performing with them.

Arts & Entertainment

Washington Blade’s Pride on the Pier returns bigger than ever with two-day WorldPride celebration

Published

22 hours ago

April 15, 2025

Staff reports

The Washington Blade’s Pride on the Pier will be extended to a two-day celebration in honor of WorldPride coming to D.C. this year. Taking place on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 at The Wharf, this year’s event promises more entertainment, more community, and more pride than ever before — all set against the stunning waterfront backdrop of our nation’s capital.

With the addition of Friday, the party kicks off at 3 p.m., with the inaugural WorldPride Boat Parade at 7 p.m. As an Official WorldPride Partner event, the boat parade will feature 30 decorated boats parading along the Washington Channel. For information on signing up for the boat parade contact Stephen Rutgers at [email protected].

Saturday’s signature Pier Party kicks off at 12 p.m., featuring a drag show, DJ’s, streaming of the WorldPride Parade, and the iconic Fireworks Show Presented by the Leonard-Litz Foundation — one of D.C. Pride’s most anticipated spectacles.

“We’re expanding Washington Blade Pride on the Pier to reflect the excitement and momentum building for WorldPride in D.C.,” said Blade publisher Lynne Brown. “It’s a celebration of our community’s progress and a powerful reminder of the joy and visibility Pride brings to the heart of our city.”

Now in its seventh year, Washington Blade Pride on the Pier extends the city’s annual celebration of LGBTQ visibility to the bustling Wharf waterfront with an exciting array of activities and entertainment for all ages. The District Pier will offer DJs, dancing, drag, and other entertainment. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase for those 21 and older.

Pride on the Pier is free and open to the public, with VIP tickets available for exclusive pier access, hosted bars, and private viewing areas for the boat parade and the fireworks show. To purchase VIP tickets visit www.prideonthepierdc.com/vip.

Friday VIP: 5-9 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, cash bar and complimentary drink.

Saturday VIP Session #1: 2-5 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered food, and an open bar.

Saturday VIP Session #2: 6-9 p.m., enjoy the air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered snacks and dinner, and open bar with a front-row view of the fireworks.

Event Details:

📍 Location: District Pier at The Wharf (101 District Sq., S.W., Washington, D.C.)
📅 Dates: Friday, June 6 & Saturday, June 7, 2025
🛥️Boat Parade: 7 p.m. (June 6). 🎆 Fireworks Show: 9 p.m. (June 7)
🎟️ VIP Tickets: www.PrideOnThePierDC.com/VIP

Event sponsors include Absolut, Capital Pride, DC Fray, Infinate Legacy, Heineken, Leonard-Litz Foundation, Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs, Relish Catering, Washingtonian, and The Wharf. More information regarding activities will be released at www.PrideOnThePierDC.com