The Big Johnson
“The wild life and mysterious death of drag nightlife legend Dean Johnson”
2025•1h 35m•Released
Documentary
Dean Johnson, drag queen, rock star, LGBTQI activist, junkie, genius, escort then John Doe. How does someone so famous in New York die as an unknown in DC? This documentary explores the incredible highs and the crushing lows of Dean Johnson’s life and untimely death. Was it murder? Was it an accident? We may never know, but what is certain is that Dean and “the Big Johnson” changed New York City and all who knew him forever.
Director
Lola Rock'N'Rolla
Writer
Lola Rock'N'Rolla
Languages
English
Studio
Funtown Pictures
Cast
Lady Bunny
Self
Taylor Mac
Self
Mario Diaz
Self
Kevin Aviance
Self
Heather Litteer
Self
Beth Johnson
Self
Jackie Beat
Self
Sherry Vine
Self
Michael Musto
Self
Penny Arcade
Self
Miss Guy
Self
World Famous Bob
Self
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