Lizzo protests Tennessee law, brings drag queens onstage in Knoxville

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Lizzo protests Tennessee law, brings drag queens onstage in Knoxville
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“Why would I not create a safe space in Tennessee where we can celebrate drag entertainers and celebrate our differences?' Lizzo says.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — In a concert Friday night in Knoxville, Tennessee, Lizzo filled the stage with drag queens in a glittery protest against the state’s legislation designed to restrict drag performances in public.

While performing at Thompson-Boling Arena, the Grammy-winning “Juice” singer brought out a number of drag performers, including Aquaria, Kandy Muse, Asia O’Hara and Vanessa Vanjie Mateo. On Saturday, Lizzo posted videos on Instagram from the show, including comments to the crowd that referenced the pending law.

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