Since breaking out in 2016, DANNY Beard has had tremendous growth in popularity.
They are currently one of the top drag performers in the UK and are launching a successful TV career.
Who is Danny Beard?
On May 27, 1992, Daniel Curtis—better known by his stage name, Danny Beard—was born in Liverpool.
They are a singer and drag act who gained popularity on Britain’s Got Talent.
Since then, they have gained recognition on television, having been on Karaoke Club: Drag Edition and winning Drag Idol UK in 2015.
As he pursues a career in comedy, Danny participated in Channel 4’s Comedy Roast in November 2023, which benefited Stand Up To Cancer.
The popular star also thrilled fans when they appeared on Hollyoaks in March 2023.
Speaking about their plans for the future, they told Gay Times: “I would love to work in TV.
“I would love to host television, I’d love my show eventually. I’d like to crack TV presenting and I think I can do it.
“It’s always been a dream, so let’s see if we can do it.”
When was Danny Beard on RuPaul’s Drag Race?
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK’s fourth season was won by Danny in 2022.
They were the first bearded act to compete in a RuPaul-judged Drag Race, and the sixth bearded act overall.
They made it to the finale without ever facing elimination throughout their tenure, winning four major tasks along the way to become the fourth participant to accomplish so in the history of the game.
Danny was declared the show’s champion in November 2022.
In an interview with Gay Times, the first performer to win on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK while sporting a beard noted, “Listen, I’m not the best bearded queen in the world. It’s really subtle until you approach and become aware of it, and that’s my
“But, there’s so many different kinds of drag. It’s not just about gay men in dresses, and it shouldn’t be.
“Drag is about being anything you wanna be. It should be open to anyone.”
When was Danny Beard on Britain’ Got Talent?
Danny initially gained attention in 2016 when they made an appearance on Britain’s Got Talent, before going on to become well-known worldwide on RuPaul’s Drag Race. They wore a matching sequined outfit and had their beard painted with glitter during their first audition.
They took the stage and sang a version of The Rocky Horror Picture Show’s classic song, Sweet Transvestite.
