Tag Archives: Texas

In Loving Memory of Michael Andrews

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Michael Andrews was an entertainer out of Houston, Texas and the illusion behind Michael Androlewicz.   He was well known for her impersonations of Ann Margaret and starred in films like “Murder Me, Murder You” (CBS, 1983) and “Hard Ticket to Hawaii” (Malibu Bay Films, 1987).

Sadly Michael is no longer with us, but we salute his artistry and remember his contributions to the art form.

Titles and Awards

Miss Gay USofA 1986

Miss Gay America 1977

1st Alternate to Miss Gay America 1976

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  • Miss Gay America 1977 Michael Andrews - "Hard Ticket to Hawaii" (Malibu Bay Films, 1987)
    Miss Gay America 1977 Michael Andrews – “Hard Ticket to Hawaii” (Malibu Bay Films, 1987)
  • Miss Gay America 1977 Michael Andrews, with co-star Stacy Keach - "Murder Me, Murder You" (CBS, 1983)
    Miss Gay America 1977 Michael Andrews, with co-star Stacy Keach – “Murder Me, Murder You” (CBS, 1983)
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Hot Chocolate

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Hot Chocolate is the drag persona behind the amazing Larry Edwards in Las Vegas, Nevada. Hot Chocolate has been featured on television programs like “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno”, “Entertainment Tonight”, “Donahue”, “The Leeza Show” and “Sally Jesse”. She is known for her impersonations of Tina Turner and has headlined many Las Vegas shows.

In 2005, Hot Chocolate was featured in the movie “Miss Congeniality 2: Armed & Fabulous” that starred Sandra Bullock.

Titles and Awards

Miss Gay America 1980

Miss Gay Texas America 1978
Prelim to Miss Gay America

Miss Florida F.I. 1976

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  • Hot Chocolate - Photo by Jag C Photography
    Hot Chocolate – Photo by Jag C Photography
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  • Hot Chocolate aka Mr. Larry Edwards
    Hot Chocolate aka Mr. Larry Edwards
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In Loving Memory of Lady Shawn

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Lady Shawn was featured at places like the Other Place in Ft. Worth, Texas.

Titles and Awards

Miss Gay America 1981

Miss Gay Texas America 1979
Prelim to Miss Gay America

1st Alternate to Miss Gay Texas America 1977
Prelim to Miss Gay America

Miss Gay Dallas America 1977
Prelim to Miss Gay Texas America

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  • Lady Shawn, Miss Gay America 1981 - The Lady Shawn receives congratulatory wishes from the audience moments after being crowned Miss Gay Dallas on February 17, 1977 at Dimensions III. Later that year, Shawn became first alternate to Miss Gay Texas 1977, Donna Day.
    Lady Shawn, Miss Gay America 1981 – The Lady Shawn receives congratulatory wishes from the audience moments after being crowned Miss Gay Dallas on February 17, 1977 at Dimensions III. Later that year, Shawn became first alternate to Miss Gay Texas 1977, Donna Day.
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Tasha Kohl

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Tasha Kohl is an entertainer currently living in the Dallas, Texas area.

Titles and Awards

Norma Kristie Lifetime Achievement Award 2013
Presented Final Night at Miss Gay America 2014 Pageant
(Millennium Hotel – St. Louis, Missouri)

National Entertainer of the Year, F.I. 1991

Texas Entertainer of the Year, F.I. 1991
Prelim to National Entertainer of the Year, F.I.

Miss Gay America 1984

Miss Gay Mid America 1984
Regional Prelim to Miss Gay America

Miss Gay Texas America 1982
Prelim to Miss Gay America

Miss Gay Heart of Texas 1980
Emeritus (Jay-tees – Waco, Texas)

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    Tasha Kohl
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Sofia Anderson

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Sofia Anderson - Photo by Tios Photography

Sofia Anderson is an entertainer out of Brownsville, Texas where she is featured at places like Studio 69.

Titles and Awards

2nd Alternate to Miss Gay America 2019

Miss Gay Nevada America 2018
Prelim to Miss Gay America

2nd Alternate to Miss Gay America 2017

Miss Gay Texas America 2016
Prelim to Miss Gay America

Sofia Anderson – Photo by Tios Photography
Sofia Anderson
Sofia Anderson
Sofia Anderson
Sofia Anderson – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight
Sofia Anderson
Sofia Anderson – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight

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Dessie Love Blake

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Dessie Love Blake – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight

Dessie Love Blake is an entertainer out of Houston, Texas.

Titles and Awards

1st Alternate to Miss Gay America 2019

1st Alternate to Miss Gay New York America 2018
Prelim to Miss Gay America

3rd Alternate to Miss Gay America 2018
Presentation Category Award

Miss Gay Northeast America 2017
Prelim to Miss Gay America
Interview, Presentation, Gown and On Stage Question Award

Top 10 at Miss Gay America 2016

1st Alternate to Miss Gay Gulf States America 2015
Prelim to Miss Gay America

Top 10 at Miss Gay America 2015

Miss Gay Texas America 2014
Prelim to Miss Gay America

Miss Gay Galveston America 2014
Prelim to Miss Gay Texas America

Miss Houston Newcomer 2013

Dessie Love Blake – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight
Dessie Love Blake – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight
Dessie Love Blake – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight
Dessie Love Blake – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight
Dessie Love Blake – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight
Dessie Love Blake – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight
Dessie Love Blake
Dessie Love Blake
Dessie Love Blake
Dessie Love Blake
Dessie Love Blake

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Dakota Whitney

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Dakota Whitney - Photo by Tios Photography

Dakota Whitney – Photo by Tios Photography

Dakota Whitney is an entertainer out of San Antonio, Texas.

Titles and Awards

Mr. Gay USofA at Large 2016

Mr. Gay Southern States USofA at Large 2016
Prelim to Mr. Gay USofA at Large

Mr. Texas Continental 2016
Prelim to Mr. Continental

1st Alternate to Miss Gay USofA 2015
Talent Category Award

Mr. Gay All Star USofA at Large 2014
Prelim to Mr. Gay USofA at Large

Mr. Texas Entertainer of the Year 2014
Prelim to National Mr. Entertainer of the Year

Mr. Gay Texas USofA at Large 2010
Prelim to Mr. Gay USofA at Large

Dakota Whitney – Photo by Tios Photography
Dakota Whitney – Photo by Tios Photography
Dakota Whitney – Photo by Tios Photography
Dakota Whitney – Photo by Tios Photography
Dakota Whitney – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight
Dakota Whitney
Dakota Whitney

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Texas Pageant History

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National, State and Local Pageants Systems in Illinois

Mr. Gay Texas USofA

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Mr. Gay Texas USofA is a prelim to Mr. Gay USofA.

Mr. Gay Texas USofA Titleholders

CJ Brooks
Quest
Eric Andrews
Manny Marxx – Photo by Maverick Briones Photography
Jordan Mathews
Neutron
Ram Crawford
GQ
Xavi Mathews – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight
Patrick Mikyles
Michael LaMasters – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight
Danteil McKim Anthony – Photo by Michael Andrew Voight
Rico Cavalli – Photo by Ariq Villarreal
Jayden Lauren Daniels – Photo by Tios Photography
Derek Duvall

Mr. Gay Texas USofA Titleholders

Open Projects

A Photo is needed for:

  • A.J., 2004 Winner

Prelims to Mr. Gay Texas USofA:

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