RuPaul’s Drag Race star has part of leg amputated after ‘severe infection’

The drag performer will have a long recovery, her family said.

Jiggly Caliente has had part of her leg amputated (Jeffrey Mayer / Alamy Stock Photo)

RuPaul’s Drag Race star and actress Jiggly Caliente has had part of her leg amputated due to a “severe infection”.

The drag performer, 43, who took part in the original US competition during season four and was known for her viral lip syncs and fiery attitude, will have a long recovery, her family said.