by Frank Gaimari Chi-Chi LaRue, born Larry David Paciotti on November 8, 1959, in Hibbing, Minnesota, is a name synonymous with boldness, creativity, and unapologetic authenticity. A trailblazer in the drag and adult entertainment industries, LaRue’s journey from a small-town upbringing to becoming a celebrated icon is nothing short of extraordinary. Although I had heard the name Chi-Chi LaRue, I knew little about the person … Continue reading Sex, sequins, and stardom: Inside the world of Chi-Chi LaRue