'RuPaul's Drag Race' alum dead at 46 after being hit by car
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Key Points:
- Lucian Piane, a composer, music producer, and judge on "RuPaul’s Drag Race," died at age 46 after being hit by a car in Glendale, California; his death was ruled an accident caused by blunt trauma.
- Prior to his death, Piane had been taken into custody twice in Glendale for substance-related incidents and was scheduled to appear in court.
- World of Wonder, the production company behind "RuPaul’s Drag Race," expressed devastation over his passing and praised his musical legacy and friendship.
- Piane, born in Kansas City in 1980, had a notable career including a Grammy nomination and contributions to major productions like "Hairspray" and "Pretty Ugly People."
- He worked on "RuPaul’s Drag Race" from Season 1 through Season 8 and composed several of RuPaul’s hit songs, including "Sissy That Walk" and "Cover Girl."
