Drag artist and "Dancing Diva," 25, died after collapsing on stage while performing.

A well-known drag performer in Philadelphia died after falling in the middle of her show at a gay bar.

Valencia Prime, a 25-year-old transgender woman, died of heart disease, according to a medical examiner's report.

Prime, who promoted herself as "Philadelphia's Plus Size Dancing Diva," was showered with praise.

A well-known drag performer from Philadelphia reportedly died after tripping and falling during her act at a homosexual bar.

The proprietor of the pub told NBC News that Valencia Prime, a 25-year-old transgender woman, passed out while performing at Tabu Lounge and Sports bar on Monday.

"Today we grieve the loss of a very brilliant and rising star in the performing industry and a person who was always full of love and passion," Tabu Lounge said in a statement.

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