Willam Belli

Willam Belli, born on June 30, 1982, is a multifaceted American talent known for her work as a drag queen, actor, singer-songwriter, and comedian. She gained widespread recognition as a contestant on the fourth season of RuPaul's Drag Race in 2012, where she made history as the first contestant to be disqualified from the competition.

Before her appearance on Drag Race, Willam showcased her acting skills in various roles, most notably as Cherry Peck, a transgender woman in Ryan Murphy's acclaimed medical drama Nip/Tuck. Her career has spanned numerous films, television series, and web series, often featuring her in drag, allowing her to blend her acting prowess with her vibrant drag persona.

In 2018, Willam made a notable appearance in the critically acclaimed film A Star Is Born, further solidifying her status in the entertainment industry. Her performance in the dark comedy web series EastSiders earned her a nomination for a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Digital Daytime Drama Series, showcasing her versatility as an actress.

Since 2012, Willam has ventured into music, releasing three albums of comedy music that primarily consist of parodies of popular songs. Her second album, Shartistry in Motion, achieved remarkable success, debuting at number one on the Billboard Comedy Albums chart. Additionally, she was part of the drag supergroup DWV, alongside Vicky Vox and Detox, where their viral hits like 'Chow Down' and 'Boy Is a Bottom' captured the attention of audiences worldwide.

Following the dissolution of DWV, Willam continued to thrive in the drag scene by forming another supergroup, the AAA Girls, with fellow drag icons Courtney Act and Alaska Thunderfuck, further expanding her influence and reach in the entertainment world.