Daily mail drag queen

You're referring to the infamous Daily Mail article about a drag queen!

In 2018, the Daily Mail published an article about a drag queen named Miss Saigon, who was performing at a children's birthday party in the UK. The article sparked widespread outrage and criticism, with many accusing the newspaper of transphobia and homophobia.

The article, titled "Drag queen in a tutu and wig performs at children's birthday party", featured a photo of Miss Saigon, a drag queen who performs under the name of James Taylor, in full drag attire, including a tutu and wig. The article claimed that the performance was "shocking" and "disturbing" and that it was "not suitable for children".

However, many people, including the LGBTQ+ community, criticized the article for being transphobic and homophobic. They argued that the article was perpetuating harmful stereotypes and stigmatizing drag culture. The article was also accused of being sensationalized and clickbait-y, with many people feeling that it was more interested in generating controversy than in reporting on the issue in a responsible and respectful manner.

The backlash against the article was swift and intense, with many people taking to social media to express their outrage and disappointment. The article was widely condemned by LGBTQ+ organizations and advocates, and many people called for the Daily Mail to apologize and retract the article.

In the end, the Daily Mail did issue an apology for the article, stating that it had "caused offense" and that it would "take steps to ensure that our reporting is more sensitive and respectful in the future". However, the controversy surrounding the article had already done significant damage to the newspaper's reputation, and it remains a symbol of the ongoing struggle for LGBTQ+ rights and acceptance.