The Cadaver in the Drag Queen's Closet
Caitlin Doughty・2 minutes read
Dorian Corey's closet revealed a mummified corpse, leading to theories about its presence linked to her, but her legacy in the drag community remains untarnished despite the shocking discovery.
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- Dorian Corey, a respected figure in the New York drag scene, was found to have a mummified corpse in her closet, sparking theories about the mysterious circumstances surrounding the death of Bobby Worley, who had been missing for over 20 years.
- Detective Raul Figueroa's innovative method of preserving the body for fingerprinting unveiled the shocking truth about the corpse's identity, shedding light on a dark chapter in Corey's life while highlighting her enduring legacy as a beloved drag mother and mentor.
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Recent questions
Who was Dorian Corey?
A prominent figure in the New York drag scene.
What was found in Dorian Corey's closet?
A partially mummified and decomposed corpse.
How did Detective Raul Figueroa assist in the case?
Utilized a secret method to harden the body for fingerprinting.
What theories emerged regarding the corpse in Corey's closet?
A violent relationship, self-defense scenario, or break-in by the deceased.
How did the discovery impact Dorian Corey's reputation in the drag community?
The cadaver crime did not define her legacy as a drag mother and mentor.
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Summary
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Drag Icon's Closet Holds Decades-Old Mystery
- Dorian Corey, a prominent figure in the New York drag scene, passed away from AIDS in 1993, leading to a discovery in her closet by her caregiver Lois Taylor and friends.
- While searching through Dorian's legendary wardrobe for Halloween costumes, they stumbled upon a green plaid garment bag that emitted a foul odor, prompting Taylor to contact the police.
- The contents of the bag were revealed to be a partially mummified and decomposed corpse, identified as Bobby Worley, who had been missing since the late 60s and had a criminal history.
- Detective Raul Figueroa utilized a secret method to harden the delicate skin of the body for fingerprinting, leading to the conclusion that Worley had been dead for 20 years.
- Various theories emerged regarding how Worley's corpse ended up in Corey's closet, including a violent relationship between them, a possible self-defense scenario, or a break-in by Worley.
- Despite the disturbing discovery, Dorian Corey's legacy as a drag mother and mentor remains intact, with the cadaver crime not defining her reputation in the drag community.
