Huntington Entertainers

Part Two

Lee Ann Rimms
 
She currently resides in Huntington, WV. She has been involved with the drag community since 1996. She was a cast member at the Stonewall for six years between 1996-2002.
 
During those days she held numerous titles:
 
Miss Stonewall 1998
 
Miss Winter Wonderland 1999
 
Miss Mason Dixon World 2000
 
Miss Stonewall Pride 2002
 
1st runner up at Miss Tri State 1999
 
1st runner up at Miss Southern Diva 1999
 
1st runner up at Miss Gay Odyssey 2000
 
1st runner up at Miss Gay Huntington 2000
 
3rd runner up at Miss Gay World 2000
 
Since 2002, She has taken time off from the drag world to pursue other aspects of her life. Since October of 2007, she has gradually began to maneuver her way back into the art of female illusion with the aspirations of pursuing the Miss Gay America Pageantry System in the very near future.
 
At the present moment, she does not have a home bar, but is taking applications for anyone who is interested in her becoming a house cast member.
 
She is also involved with starting her own online business that deals with the needs of the "girls" like herself. She will be selling rhinestone jewelry, wigs, makeup, stones, shoes, and anything else she can get her hands on.
 
The reason that she started drag was because it was an art form that was so highly under rated. She has always loved music and performing, but being a gay man, after college it was mere impossible to find a career that went hand in hand. After seeing her first drag show at the Stonewall, She thought, I want to do that, and she was instantly hooked.
 
She is also very involved with gay issues. She is a big AIDS supporter and would love to devote her time to all the other issues that our community deals with on a daily basis.
 
These are all just some of the reasons we chose Ms Lee Ann Rimms, as
West Virginia Queer News, Diva of the Week.


This is Eve X, the MetroDiva
 
She started her drag career about nine years ago in Charleston WV at the Grand Palace Night Club. Shortly after starting out she made the move to the Stonewall Night club in Huntington, West Virginia, and worked for the former owner Tammie Whynott for three years before moving to Sacramento California. In Sacramento she was a cast member of the Downtown Diva's, and performed regularly at Faces Nightclub in downtown Sacramento, and partnered with Adrian Klein to form the first drag review show and acted as Co-Show Director at Club 21 (Bo jangles) in Sacramento CA. She was also a frequent guest entertainer at DIVAS Nightclub in San Francisco, CA and Club 1099 in Reno, Nevada as well.
 
She became a member of the Sacramento Imperial Court system and earned the title of 2002 imperial Grand Princess of the Sacramento CGNIE Imperial court which took her all around CA performing as a guest title holder for many of the court systems and their events. In 2002 Sacramento she won best in theme costume award for the San Francisco Imperial court coronation, costumes of which she designed. In 2003 before returning to Huntington WV, she was an entertainer for the Sacramento CA Pride in the Park Fair. She returned to Huntington West Virginia in 2003 and continued working at Stonewall Nightclub, Polo Nightclub, and Driftwood Nightclub. She had won many awards over the years during the life of Driftwood, during their past annual awards nights.

In 2005, she moved to New York city for about a year and performed many guest spots during her time in Manhattan, including at the famous Godfrey's Club.

Currently she performs at the Polo Nightclub in Huntington WV. She is also a Rhinestone Jewelry maker, Costume designer, Wig Stylist, and DJ/Remixer for many of the nations top entertainers including many of the USofA Girls, Miss Gay Idaho Godiva Devyne, Miss Gay Latina TX Layla Brooks, Miss Jamie Cole of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Former USofA, Continental, and EOY Erica Andrews Just to name a few.

As for her future, she intends on running in the La Femme Magnifique International Pageant in 2009, and Miss Gay USofA in 2009 as well. She is known for my over the top extravagant evening gowns, costumes, hair, old school paint, remixes and stage presence and only see one way to go for now, UP!
 


This is Daniel Bunrs, better known to the world as Trixie Daily.
She is 53 years old. She was born and raised in Point Pleasant, WV.
 
 
In 1974, she started her hobby as a female impersonator in Huntington, WV. She soon moved to Columbus, Ohio in 1975 and continued working at the show bars there. In 1977, Trixie met her life long partner and husband, Steven. They have now, been together 31 years.
 
Over the past 34 years she has held many titles:

Ms Gay Columbus
Columbus Entertainer of the Year
Miss Twilight Lounge
Miss Chances Lounge
 
In 1988, Her and her husband moved back to Point Pleasant, WV where they currently reside at. In 2000, She began working at the Polo Club in Huntington, WV as show director. She has won many titles here too:
Miss Polo 
Miss Polo Pride
Miss Huntington
and now she is the current reigning Miss Huntington Classic.
 
In 2006, she left the Polo Club and semi-retired. She continues performing 1 or 2 times a month at the Polo Club and also do guest spots in Columbus,Ohio.
 
She is a inspiration to the community and definitely signifies what a TRUE DIVA IS.
 
Ms Trixie Daily
 
Kelly Hart

Hey all, It's me Kelly Hart. I'm sure most of you have seen me perform, if not, I'm sorry you missed such a great opportunity! There isn't really much to say....If you want to know anything, just ask!

Ms Alexis Kennedy

For over 2 years, I sat on the sidelines watching some of the great queens. I studied their moves, their outfits, and their stage performances. Now 2 years later, I am happy to come back to the stage lights and begin performing and entertaining again. I have a long road ahead of me, but with the help of my friends and loved ones, I am sure that I can achieve my goals. I want to take the time out to thank the ones that have helped me out so far. Priscilla- I think you know what you mean to me. If ya dont. Ask me sometime. Coko- The dancing diva. Thank you for everything that you have shown me. Tammy Faye- You are an inspiration to me and a great friend. We both know that we have been through some rough times together and some fun times. Thank you for everything! Hellen- You and I have been through some fun times and some tragik times. For everything that you have done, I am grateful. Sara- You have recreated something that strives to be great. Thank you for helping me when I needed your help. Erika- You are a true diva and like a third mother to me. You were there for me when no one else was. You made sure that I didnt starve to death as I was sitting in my house. You have shown me true guidance and friendship. You will always be the NUMBER ONE BITCH GODDESS in my eyes! LOVE YA I am 24 years old. I perform at the Stonewall Club on Wednesday and Sunday nites throughout each month. I am just starting to grace the stage again after a break, so some things to me are still rusty. Its like getting back on the bike. You gotta oil the chain before you can ride off. I aspire to one day have a crown and be a titleholder. I have several outfits that are being designed and put together for my stage performances. Come on out and see me grace the stage and work it over. LEXI
Micky Angel

Hi there, Illusions as its finest here.. IM from Huntington,Wva.

Summer Stone

Hi there, IM a 32 yr old diva from Huntington, Wva

Cherri Baum

Hello there, Im Cherri Baum. I am a 22 yr old diva out of Huntington, Wva

Ieata Coxx

That brings us to our Diva of the Week and she hails from Huntington, West Virginia. His name is Richard aka Miss Ieata Coxx. She is a current Miss Driftwood B-Hive and she was just crowned as Miss Appalachian

Vanessa Jackson

 

Hello I am Vanessa Jackson a professional entertainer in Huntington,WV.I have a great time doing female illusion and have met many great people all over the country..I have competed in several national pageants including Miss Gay USofA,Miss Gay USA at Large and Miss Gay World at Large. Myself and my boyfriend Derek attend MR GAY USA in Hickory,NC every year and have a great time with the boys and seeing our old friends again.

Janita Jo

What can we say about Ms Janina Jo, a true facet of the community and drag world.

She is synonymous within the Charleston area, nothing can keep this lady down. She has proved that time and time again.

Her female impersonation is one of a kind and she is sure to entertain. She is a welcomed addition to the Charleston elite.  For more info, call the Polo Club... 

A relatively new face to the drag scene, Sasha Ryann holds a lot of promise and depth with her performances, She is a delightful mix of old school and new school.. Among those she would like to thank are her wife/ partner in crime Miss Laya Layta and her drag mother Miss Cherri Baum. Sasha has proven she can hold her own and undoubtably become a big name as one of West Virginia's finest Female Impersonators.. If you would like to book Sasha Ryann contact her on her myspace at www.myspace.com/adamscrib2 or you can come see her perform every Friday and Saturday at The Polo Club Of Huntington located on 11th street and 7th avenue, Showtime is 11:30pm.
Laya Layta started performing a year ago doing open stage at the Stonewall.. She met a fellow Impersonator named Miss Hellen Hart who tried to help her find her style but, As fate would have it she met Miss Cherri Baum who would become her drag mother and help her more than she thought anyone could..After she met Cherri she began performing at The Polo Club Of Huntington where she still performs. She blew the Polo away with her own unique style which brought something new to the area and she continues to try her best to pull everyone away from the same old style that most Female Impersonators have. Laya recieves much criticism from her peers but knows exactly who she is and what she wants to do.. Among the people Laya Layta would like to thank are Her lovely wife/ better half Miss Sasha Ryann and her drag mother Miss Cherri Baum, Without their support she wouldn't be where she is today.. To book Laya Layta contact her at www.myspace.com/angelouspoisonous or come see her at The Polo Club Of Huntington located on 11th street and 7th avenue, Showtime is 11:30pm on Friday and Saturday nights..
This week we wish to welcome to the business, Ms Felicity Flawless. She currently performs at the Polo Club, in Huntington, WV. She is not on house cast anywhere yet, but she is sure that will come with time.  She says the reason for her start was because she has been fascinated by the business for awhile now. She says she has a lot of friends who are divas and they are all supporting her in this.
 
She doesn't really impersonate anyone, although her friends say that she should give Reba a try. Right now, she feels more comfortable on stage as herself, Ms Felicity Flawless...

"Erin Bohemn got me my start, while Erin, Lee Ann, and Julia have all continued giving me the help and the push in the right direction."
 
West Virginia Queer News believes that she is an up and coming diva, and you should be sure to book her for one day she will go into the divas book, as a true star! For booking, you can email her at navyboy1169@yahoo.com or to see more go to http://www.myspace.com/navyboy1169

This is Ms Catarina Colby.


She is an entertainer in Huntington, WV who is currently performing at the Polo Club. She has been in and out of the business for a little over ten years now. She began her career at the age of 18; initially as a dare at the Driftwood Lounge; and since then she has been hooked.

 

She has held such titles as Miss New Face Huntington, Miss East Coast World, and Miss Sweetheart of Huntington to name a few.

 

She is an energetic, high-octane performer who absolutely loves the stage, donning the heels and spending time with great crowds, her drag sisters and her fans.

 

If you would like to book her, you may do so by emailing her at leoprd111@windstream.net 

 

This is Ms Heather Monroe, the blond bombshell!

 

 

She was born and raised in South Point, Ohio. She has been performing for over 12 years now. She had her humble beginning at the Driftwood back in 1994. She performed there with many great entertainers before she entered and stole the crown of Miss Stonewall New Face in 1995. Then becoming the only teen to ever hold a title there. Soon after, she became one of the legendary original cast members of the Stonewall working with the lovely Lisa Castillo (Her drag mother), Stephanie St Clair, Ivanna Hump, Monica St Clair, Maxine Mc Knight, Paris Blake, Erika Hart, and Julia Deville.


While she continued to perform at the Stonewall, she earned many titles along the way: Miss Gay WV USofA at Large 1st alternate, Miss Gay Huntington, Miss Gay Tri-State, as well as many other local titles and bar titles.

 

She had many great years with the former owner of the Stonewall Miss Tami Wynotte, along with Martina Dezerae, Manerva Monroe, Erin Bohemn, Raven Ramone, Mirage Aray, Kelly Hart, Ronica Reed, and Gina K forming the original StoneVegas Angels! While being on cast at Stonewall, she did have the opportunity to travel to the Carolina's, Ohio, PA, Fl, and KY and perform at many of the wonderful clubs there.

 

She has also won Miss Ohio Valley Goddess in 2006.

 

She has also performed at the Polo Club in Huntington, The Broadway and Grand Palace in Charleston, Club Utopia, and Genders in Parkersburg.

 

At this moment in time, she does not have a home bar.

 

In her words, this is what she had to say:

 

  “I feel very blessed to have been a part of this wonderful gay community we have here in the Tri-State. I have made many friends and will continue to perform and support the community for years to come.  I have also been a part of the Tri-State Aids Task Force and the WV Pride Committee.  I am ready to return to the art of Female Illusion full time, for booking info please contact me at HeatherMonroe69@aol.com or on Myspace.com. My major influences are Maya Douglas, Ashley Cruiz, Erica Andrews, Asia O'Hara, Chevelle Brooks, Sable Chanel and of course Tandi Andrews.

 

I would like to wish Miss Dezerea congratulations as this year's Miss WvasQueeNnews 2008, thanks for always being such a great friend, Love ya, Sis!