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This June, we were able to step out of the darkness and into the spotlight.
You have to imagine that hadMarsha P. Johnsonlived to see this day, shed be proud.
Yes, some modicum of visibility has been achieved, but at what cost?
Enter, voguing down the runway,HBO MaxsLegendary, an unapologetic celebration of Black queerness.
By its very nature, the show was destined to be, well, legendary.
If you dont believe me, read a book!)
The Legendary trophy and $100,000, the largest award in ballroom history.
Of the death variety.
While the balls are incredible to watch, my favorite part ofLegendaryinvolves the action that happens backstage.
There arent even mice up there right now.
The competitors are not only super-talented but also super-tough, which should come as no surprise.
So at the end of the day, theyll see me again.
In this ten-second backstage clip, both Eyrikas pain and her tenacity shine through.
IsLegendaryaperfect reality television show?
Tens across the board.
