Lucian Piane, RuPaul's Drag Race producer, dies at 46

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Oct, 23:03 · Archive

Lucian Piane, a music producer and judge on RuPaul's Drag Race, was killed by a car in Glendale, California on Monday morning.

American music producer and reality television personality Lucian Piane died at age 46 after being hit by a car in Glendale, California on Monday morning. Emergency services were called to San Fernando Road and Harvard Street around 4.15am after reports of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. Firefighters and paramedics provided emergency medical care, but Piane was unable to be saved and died in the street from blunt trauma injuries.

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled Piane's death an accident. Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the crash. Piane was best known for his work as a producer, composer and judge on the television series RuPaul's Drag Race.

World of Wonder, the production company behind RuPaul's Drag Race, released a statement paying tribute to Piane. 'We are devastated to learn of the passing of Lucian Piane,' it said. 'Lucian left behind a legacy of truly beautiful music. May his struggles never dim the memories of a sweet man, a dear friend, and a master musician. Rest in peace, Lucian.'

How it is being reported

• Lucian Piane: Former RuPaul’s Drag Race music producer dies at 46 after being hit by car in morning crashDespite first responders’ efforts, he was unable to be saved and died in the street.Perth Now · 13 Oct, 22:37
• Lucian Piane: Former RuPaul’s Drag Race music producer dies at 46 after being hit by car in morning crashDespite first responders’ efforts, he was unable to be saved and died in the street.The West Australian · 13 Oct, 22:37

In this story: Lucian Piane · RuPaul's Drag Race · World of Wonder · Glendale · California

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