Alliance is deeply saddened to learn that O’Shae Sibley, a gay professional dancer/choreographer who was beloved in New York City’s Kiki Ball scene, was fatally stabbed late Saturday night at a Brooklyn gas station. O’Shae was simply vogueing and enjoying the evening with friends. His murder is being investigated as a hate crime.
With hate crimes rising in New York City and the United States, and many efforts to undercut LGBTQ+ rights and freedoms, Alliance stands in solidarity with the community. Everyone deserves to feel safe from stigma, threats, and violence.
The Kiki Ballroom scene has long been a safe haven for creative expression and empowerment for LGBTQ+ people, especially for queer Black youth. O’Shae was a part of House of Old Navy, with whom we collaborate and frequently host Kiki Ball practices. We send our condolences to O’Shae’s family, friends, and fellow house members at this difficult time.