[LIfe Style] Drag queen who inspired It's A Sin TV series dies

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One of the real-life inspirations behind Russell T Davies' hit TV series It's A Sin has died, prompting an emotional tribute from its writer.

'Much loved' drag queen Phil Lewis, who Davies first met at West Glamorgan Youth Theatre Company, is cited as having been integral in the creation of the 1980s-based HIV/Aids drama.

Affectionately known as Pinky, Lewis is said to have been a founding member of the actual London flat-share which went on to be dubbed 'The Pink Palace' on the 2021 show.

"What a beautiful man," said Davies in a Instagram post.

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"The wonderful Pinky has died, what a loss," posted the current Doctor Who showrunner on Instagram.

"I joined my Youth Theatre in the '70s, Pinky and his gang were camp, hilarious, wise and brilliant.

"Camp became a way for us to express who we really are - Welsh camp too, the best!"

Having moved to London in the 1980s Lewis then founded The Pink Palace with a group of friends before becoming "a much-loved drag queen in Brighton".

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