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Chi Chi DeVayne

Chi Chi DeVayne was the stage name of Zavion Michael Davenport, an American drag queen and reality television personality from Shreveport, Louisiana.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Chi Chi DeVayne was the stage name of Zavion Michael Davenport, an American drag queen and reality television personality from Shreveport, Louisiana. She became widely known after competing on the eighth season of RuPaul's Drag Race and later returning for the third season of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars. She died in 2020 at the age of 34.

Early life

Zavion Michael Davenport was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on September 24, 1985. Public sources describe Chi Chi DeVayne as an American drag performer from Shreveport.

Career

Chi Chi DeVayne became widely known after appearing on RuPaul's Drag Race season 8 in 2016 and later on RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars season 3 in 2018. She was noted by outlets for her performances and fan response on the franchise.

Death

In 2020, DeVayne was hospitalized with kidney-related illness and pneumonia, and she died in Shreveport on August 20, 2020. Sources report her death was linked to complications of scleroderma and pneumonia.

Legacy

Chi Chi DeVayne is remembered as a prominent figure from the Drag Race franchise and as a contestant who built a large following through her performances and personality.

Key facts

  • Chi Chi DeVayne was born Zavion Michael Davenport in Shreveport, Louisiana.
  • She gained international attention on season 8 of RuPaul's Drag Race.
  • She later competed on season 3 of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars.
  • She was known for energetic performances and lip-syncing on the show.
  • She died on August 20, 2020, at age 34, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
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Canadian context

Chi Chi DeVayne is relevant to Canadian readers through the international popularity and Canadian distribution of the RuPaul's Drag Race franchise, which has a substantial audience in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

What was Chi Chi DeVayne's real name?
Her birth name was Zavion Michael Davenport.
What was Chi Chi DeVayne known for?
She was best known for appearing on RuPaul's Drag Race season 8 and RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars season 3.
Where was Chi Chi DeVayne from?
She was from Shreveport, Louisiana, in the United States.
When did Chi Chi DeVayne die?
She died on August 20, 2020, at age 34.
What was the cause of Chi Chi DeVayne's death?
Sources report pneumonia and complications related to scleroderma, with some noting suspected kidney failure.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chi_Chi_DeVayne
    Supports: Birth name, birth and death dates, occupation, and Drag Race appearances.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2636436/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, death date, and reported cause of death.
  3. The Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2020/aug/21/rupauls-drag-race-chi-chi-devayne-dies-aged-34
    Supports: Death notice, age, and hospitalization context.
  4. CBC News — https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/chi-chi-devayne-obituary-1.5695065
    Supports: Canadian news coverage of her death and Drag Race appearances.
  5. The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2020/08/20/arts/television/chi-chi-devayne-dead.html
    Supports: Career significance, performance style, and death details.
  6. Wikidata — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q48471255
    Supports: Structured data for birth name, dates, occupation, and cause of death.