For 38 years, Key West has crowned a local drag queen as its honored Queen Mother, and this year was no different.
Puddin’ Taine took home the 2024 crown on May 13 at Key West Theater, where a dozen or so contestants performed while dressed to the nines in sky-high heels, wigs and beaded evening gowns.
Renowned female impersonator Christopher Peterson, who recently opened the Birdcage Cabaret at the Aquaplex, emceed the evening that raised thousands of dollars for Metropolitan Community Church’s Cooking With Love program, which prepares and delivers weekly meals to residents who have a tough time getting around and paying for meals. A portion of the proceeds also benefits the One Human Family foundation, which spreads Key West’s One Human Family philosophy worldwide.
