Bianca Castro, who is known by her stage name Jiggly Caliente, is facing a lengthy recovery
An iconic star of RuPaul’s Drag Race has had to have their right leg amputated after a severe infection.
The familly of Bianca Castro, who is known by her stage name Jiggly Caliente, said they were ‘heartbroken’ as they announced her recovery would be ‘extensive’.
They revealed in a statement that the 43-year-old star would be stepping back from all of her work as they healed.
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They wrote: “The family of Bianca Castro, known to many as the beloved drag performer Jiggly Caliente, is heartbroken to share that over the last month Bianca has experienced a serious health setback.
“Due to a severe infection, she was hospitalized and, as a result, has undergone the loss of most of her right leg.
“Because of these circumstances, Bianca will not be appearing in the upcoming season of RuPaul’s Drag Race Philippines, nor will she be participating in any public engagements for the foreseeable future.
“Her recovery will be extensive. At this time, we kindly ask for privacy for Bianca and her family as they navigate this difficult journey together.
“While Jiggly concentrates on healing, we invite her friends, fans, and community to uplift her with messages of hope and love on her social media channels.
“Bianca’s family and drag house are deeply grateful for the continued outpouring of support, strength, and prayers.”
Fellow drag queens have penned sweet messages in support of Jiggly and her secret health battle.
Bianca Del Rio wrote: “Sending all the love , Jiggles.” JuJuBee added: “I love you so much. Can’t wait to see you again.”
Anita Wiglit added: “Praying for your recovery.”
Jiggly rose to fame on the fourth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race in 2011, finishing in eighth place.
In 2021, Jiggly was announced to be one of the 13 queens returning for RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars Season 6 and was eliminated in the second episode, placing twelfth overall.
The iconic queen is a main judge on Drag Race Philippines, which premiered in August 2022.
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