![\"Jiggly](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Michelle-Visage-Michaela-Jae-Rodriguez-and-Jinkx-Monsoon-have-paid-tribute-to-Jiggly-Caliente.jpg\")
\t\t\t<\/p>\n \t\t\t<\/p>\n
The cast of Drag Race Philippines found about about Jiggly Caliente\u2019s death mid-episode (Getty)<\/p>\n
The cast and crew of Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale have revealed that they found out about Jiggly Caliente\u2019s passing during the filming of the latest episode.<\/p>\n
The latest addition to the RuPaul\u2019s Drag Race All Stars format is the currently airing Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale, which for the first time brings together all Asian queens<\/a> to battle for a crown for the second time.<\/p>\n The series features queens from across the globe<\/a>, and is hosted by Drag Race Philippines main judge Paolo Ballesteros (known as Mama Pao).<\/p>\n For the first three season of Drag Race Philippines, OG Drag Race girl Jiggly Caliente also judged the show. <\/p>\n In April, it was announced that she would not be returning as a judge due to a \u201csevere infection\u201d which led to the amputation of her right leg<\/a>.\u00a0Caliente died<\/a> days after the announcement, aged 44.<\/p>\n And now, Slaysian Royale guest judge Captivating Katkat, who won Drag Race Philippines season two, has revealed why the cast and judges of the show were so emotional during the latest episode; because they had found out that Jiggly had passed that day, during filming.<\/p>\n \u201cThis episode was really emotional for us; after the critics, they informed us about Jiggly\u2019s passing. That\u2019s why we\u2019re crying in the latter part of the episode. We missed you sis Jiggly!\u201d Katkat wrote on X<\/a>.<\/p>\n This episode was really emotional for us; after the critics, they informed us about Jiggly\u2019s passing. That\u2019s why we\u2019re crying in the latter part of the episode. We missed you sis Jiggly! \ud83d\udc9d<\/p>\n \u2014 Captivating Katkat (@itsmekatkat) September 10, 2025<\/a> <\/p>\n In clips of episode five, which saw Bernie (a queen from Drag Race Philippines season two) eliminated, the judges, including Global All Stars winner Alyssa Edwards, are seen tearing up during its final moments.<\/p>\n \u201cRemember, always be true to yourself, in your thoughts, in your words, and in all that you do,\u201d Mama Pao said after the episode\u2019s elimination.<\/p>\n \u201cWe love you Jiggly,\u201d she said, with her voice breaking and Katkat lowering her head to the table.<\/p>\n This episode was so emotional & heartbreaking, I was bawling especially when I got to this part. I’m guessing this is the day they learned of Jiggly’s passing? My heart hurts we will forever miss you miss jiggly caliente #DragRacePH<\/a> #SlaysianRoyale<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/5Gh92UeK4h<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 \ud835\ude58\ud835\ude6a\ud835\ude68\ud835\ude68\ud835\ude5e\ud835\ude63\ud835\ude5c\ud835\ude67\ud835\ude5a\ud835\ude5c\uaa04\ufe0e (@siraulosibro) September 10, 2025<\/a> <\/p>\n Following her passing, star was remembered around the world<\/a>.<\/p>\n A statement from her family read that Jiggly, whose legal name was Bianca Castro was, \u201cA luminous presence in the worlds of entertainment and advocacy, Jiggly Caliente was celebrated for her infectious energy, fierce wit, and unwavering authenticity. She touched countless lives through her artistry, activism, and the genuine connection she fostered with fans around the world.\u201d<\/p>\n Jiggly Caliente first appeared on season four of\u00a0RuPaul\u2019s Drag Race\u00a0in 2012. She then returned for\u00a0All Stars 6\u00a0in 2021, having coming out a\u00a0trans woman<\/a>\u00a0in 2016.<\/p>\n She was inducted<\/a> into the National LGBTQ Wall of Honor after she died.<\/p>\n