History of Chi Chi DeVayne in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 26, 2024

Chi Chi DeVayne, born Zavion Michael Davenport, was an American drag queen who gained global recognition through her appearances on the reality TV shows "RuPaul's Drag Race" (season 8) and "RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars" (season 3). Originally from Shreveport, Louisiana, DeVayne was already a prominent figure in her local drag scene before rising to fame. Her post-show career included national and international tours, alongside appearances in various web series centered around drag.

September 24, 1985: Zavion Michael Davenport is Born

On September 24, 1985, Zavion Michael Davenport, who would later be known as Chi Chi DeVayne, was born.

2003: Chi Chi DeVayne Begins Drag Career

After graduating high school in 2003, Chi Chi DeVayne began performing in drag at local nightlife venues.

March 7, 2016: RuPaul's Drag Race Season 8 Premieres

The eighth season of RuPaul's Drag Race, featuring Chi Chi DeVayne, premiered on March 7, 2016.

2016: Chi Chi DeVayne Guest on "RuPaul: What's the Tee?"

Chi Chi DeVayne was interviewed on RuPaul's podcast, "RuPaul: What's the Tee?", in 2016.

2016: Chi Chi DeVayne Makes Drag Race Debut

In 2016, Chi Chi DeVayne made her debut on RuPaul's Drag Race, marking a turning point in her career.

January 25, 2018: RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 3 Premieres

Chi Chi DeVayne returned to compete on the third season of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars, which premiered on January 25, 2018.

March 2018: Chi Chi DeVayne Appears in "Drag Babies"

In March 2018, Chi Chi DeVayne was featured in Max Emerson's series "Drag Babies," where she served as a drag mentor.

2018: Chi Chi DeVayne Gives Interview

Chi Chi DeVayne participated in an interview in 2018.

2018: Chi Chi DeVayne Diagnosed with Scleroderma

In 2018, Chi Chi DeVayne received a diagnosis of scleroderma, an autoimmune disease.

August 20, 2020: Chi Chi DeVayne Passes Away

On August 20, 2020, Chi Chi DeVayne, unfortunately, passed away.

2022: Queer as Folk Director Reveals Chi Chi DeVayne Casting

In 2022, it was revealed by director Stephen Dunn that Chi Chi DeVayne was originally intended to play the character Bussy in "Queer as Folk," but the role went to Armand Fields after her passing.