Carmen Carrera

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Carmen Carrera

American model, actress, and reality television personality


Carmen Carrera
Name Carmen Carrera
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Birth date Birth date -1st March 1966
Birth place Elmwood Park, New Jersey, U.S.
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Occupation Model, actress, reality television personality
Years active 2010–present
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Carmen Carrera (born April 13, 1985) is an American model, actress, and reality television personality. She is best known for appearing on the third season of the Logo TV reality series RuPaul's Drag Race and its spin-off series RuPaul's Drag U.

Early life[edit | edit source]

Carmen Carrera was born Christopher Roman in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. She grew up in a Puerto Rican-Peruvian family and has been open about her experiences and challenges growing up.

Career[edit | edit source]

RuPaul's Drag Race[edit | edit source]

Carrera first gained national attention in 2011 as a contestant on the third season of RuPaul's Drag Race. Although she was eliminated in episode 10, her popularity soared, and she became a fan favorite. She later returned for the spin-off series RuPaul's Drag U.

Modeling and Acting[edit | edit source]

After her appearance on RuPaul's Drag Race, Carrera transitioned into mainstream modeling and acting. She has worked with several high-profile brands and appeared in various magazines. Carrera has also made guest appearances on television shows such as Jane the Virgin and The Bold and the Beautiful.

Advocacy[edit | edit source]

Carrera is a prominent advocate for transgender rights and visibility. She publicly came out as transgender in 2012 and has since used her platform to raise awareness about issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community. She has been involved in various campaigns and has spoken at numerous events advocating for equality and acceptance.

Personal life[edit | edit source]

Carrera has been open about her journey and experiences as a transgender woman. She has shared her story in various interviews and public appearances, aiming to inspire and support others in the LGBTQ+ community.

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