In a groundbreaking and emotional event, Taiwanese drag queen Nymphia Wind brought her glamour and talent to Taiwan’s presidential office to celebrate her recent win on RuPaul’s Drag Race. The performance, which took place in front of President Tsai Ing-wen, was a riotous and powerful display of LGBTQ pride and acceptance.
Taiwan has been a trailblazer in championing LGBTQ rights, with Tsai and her ruling Democratic Progressive Party leading the charge. In 2019, Taiwan made history by legalizing same-sex marriage, becoming the first country in Asia to do so. Nymphia Wind’s victory on RuPaul’s Drag Race further solidified Taiwan’s reputation as a bastion of liberal values.
Dressed in a resplendent yellow outfit, Nymphia Wind delivered a show-stopping performance at the presidential office, lip-syncing to iconic songs like Lady Gaga’s “Marry the Night” and Taiwanese diva Huang Fei’s “Chase, chase, chase.” Joined by five other drag queens for a final number, Nymphia captivated the audience with a powerful rendition of Jolin Tsai’s gender equality anthem “Womxnly.”
After the performance, Nymphia expressed her gratitude to President Tsai for her contributions to the country and for ensuring the passage of same-sex marriage legislation. Tsai, in turn, congratulated Nymphia on her win and paid tribute to her talent and dedication.
The event, streamed live on YouTube, marked a historic moment for Taiwan and the global LGBTQ community. Nymphia’s performance at the presidential office showcased the country’s commitment to inclusivity and acceptance, further solidifying its reputation as a progressive and forward-thinking nation.