Hilary Buff
Hilary Buff (currently on sabbatical) is a trans, neurodivergent drag performer in Richmond, VA who lights up onstage. She is passionate about co-creating queer community spaces, so we can all make change together – by sharing energy & resources, experiencing radical joy, and strengthening connections. At her debut performance at Fallout Fresh Faces in April 2024, Hilary was voted fan favorite by audience applause, and she won the June 2024 Godfrey's Idol monthly competition.
More importantly, Hilary firmly believes that drag is a powerful tool for liberation that can provide meaningful platforms for advocacy work at the local level and beyond.
For Hilary, drag has also been a healing tonic for her gender journey and a visceral outlet for rage, joy, and everything in between. In addition to performing, Hilary enjoys being a host and MC. She has experience facilitating creative events, such as:
For Hilary, drag has also been a healing tonic for her gender journey and a visceral outlet for rage, joy, and everything in between. In addition to performing, Hilary enjoys being a host and MC. She has experience facilitating creative events, such as:
- Community-led workshops
- Educational events
- Nonprofit fundraisers
- Drag queen reading hours
- Family-friendly events
// Photo by Lydia Armstrong of Thicket of Trash