In Loving Memory of Ashley Kruiz – Our Community Roots

Ashley Kruiz, known as the “Sweetheart of the South” or “automatic, Kruzamatic”, was an entertainer who had roots in Kentucky and Atlanta, Georgia. Originally from Frankfort, Kentucky, her first appearance in drag was about 30 miles southeast of her hometown at Café LMNOP in Lexington. She had performed all over the country and been a part of many top show casts including “LaBoy LaFemme” in Louisville, Kentucky and “Charlie Brown’s Cabaret” in Atlanta. In most recent years, Ashley had been seen at places like Stage Door in Tucker, Georgia and Burkharts in Atlanta. Sadly we lost this amazing member of our community on Sunday, March 31, 2013. Our heart goes out to all of Ashley’s family and friends during this time of mourning.

Titles and Awards

Miss Gay Cobb County 2012

Florida Entertainer of the Year, F.I. 2012
Prelim to National Entertainer of the Year, F.I.

1st Alternate to Miss Heart of America Continental Elite 2012
Prelim to Miss Continental Elite

Miss Missouri Continental Elite 2010
Prelim to Miss Continental Elite

Miss Gay Georgia USofA Classic 2008
Prelim to Miss Gay USofA Classic

Miss Gay Alabama America 2006
Prelim to Miss Gay America

Miss Renaissance 2005

Miss Gay Tampa Bay USofA 2004
Prelim to Miss Gay USofA

Miss Dock 2004
(The Dock – Cincinnati, Ohio)

Miss Tri-State All-Star 2004

Miss National 1998