Welcome to Lost Gay London — your fabulous archive celebrating the vibrant history, culture, and community spirit of the London Gay Scene from our past. Dive into a rich collection of photos, videos, music, memorabilia, news articles, and memories that capture the spirit, milestones, and moments that have shaped our beautiful community. Whether you're reminiscing about legendary clubs, DJs, or unforgettable nights, Lost Gay London is here to preserve and honour our shared heritage. L ost G ay L ondon Welcome to Lost Gay London — your fabulous archive celebrating the vibrant history, culture, and community spirit of the London Gay Scene from our past. Dive into a rich collection of photos, videos, music, memorabilia, news articles, and memories that capture the spirit, milestones, and moments that have shaped our beautiful community. Whether you're reminiscing about legendary clubs, DJs, or unforgettable nights, Lost Gay London is here to preserve and honour our shared heritage. Explore, remember, and celebrate the diversity and resilience of LGBT+ life in London and beyond. Here at LOST GAY LONDON, we're celebrating that our Facebook page has recently hit over 24,400 Followers . We would like to say a HUGE thank all our followers for there ongoing support and welcome all our new followers to our family. www.facebook.com/lostgaylondon Watch London 2025 Pride March Watch London 2025 Pride March Watch London 2025 Pride March Watch London 2025 Pride March To watch YouTube videos on this site, you may need to log into your YouTube account on Lost Gay London if prompted. Fun times with great people Remembering the Checking out the latest scene magazines Amazing nights out of pure Hedonism Cloning it up and making new friends Being part of a great community Heading out with friends to Kinky Gerlinky Being silly with your friends and loving it E xciting news! Our planned newsletter is coming soon, filled with updates about our new website. This is also the best way to stay informed, especially with our Facebook page at risk of being blocked by Facebook. But Wait! There's More ! From time to time, the team here at Lost Gay London will also be having draws for free giveaways . Question: How can I be in the draws for free giveaways? Answer: To be in the draw for the free giveaways you will need to be either a site MEMBER or be signed up for our upcoming 'News Letter'. NB: Members will also have special giveaways and benefits. The giveaways will be of our new Lost Gay London merchandise line, so join now as you won't get these items anywhere else but here at Lost Gay London, and ... it's FREE! EXAMPLE ONLY Subscribe to our newsletter • Don’t miss out! First name Last name Please tick the options below Sign me up to be a FREE member I'd like to be in the free prize draws Yes, subscribe me to your newsletter. Email* Join

Reginald Sutherland Bundy (26 May 1946 – 15 April 2003) was a British dancer, actor and television presenter best known for his drag persona H.I.H. (Her Imperial Highness) Regina Fong. Regina's stage act entailed audience participation, and used a variety of songs, jingles, and sound effects. She was one of the regular hosts of London's Lesbian and Gay Pride Festival. REGINA FONG aka Reginald Bundy Her Imperial Highness, The Grand Duchess Reginald Sutherland Bundy (26 May 1946 – 15 April 2003) was a British dancer, actor and television presenter best known for his drag persona H.I.H. (Her Imperial Highness) Regina Fong. Bundy first developed Regina Fong in 1985, and quickly achieved a regular spot at the Black Cap pub in Camden Town , London and also the Royal Vauxhall Tavern . The Fong character was a Russian princess who had escaped to Britain following the Russian Revolution , a conceit which formed the basis of Bundy's show The Last of the Romanoffs , which premiered at the Edinburgh Festival and later ran at the Bloomsbury Theatre in London. Regina's stage act entailed audience participation, and used a variety of songs, jingles , and sound effects. She was one of the regular hosts of London's Lesbian and Gay Pride Festival. 'Absolutely the best of the best! I can't imagine London in the 90s without thinking very fondly of Regina Fong" - Gage Bundy appeared in the Edinburgh and London productions of playwright Neil Bartlett's A Vision of Love Revealed in Sleep and Night After Night, and also appeared in the BBC Radio Four adaptation of Night After Night. Regina also appeared in the London production of Angels, Punks and Raging Queens in 1995.Bundy died from cancer on 15 April 2003, aged 56. The funeral was held at Golders Green Crematorium, London. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9o5TNJzC0I

Lost Gay London Video Page! We're excited to share this collection of videos with you. There's a wide range of footage, from our much loved Pride marches, to fabulous queens sitting in Brompton Cemetery foldly reminiscing about The Coleherne. Feel free to explore our diverse range of memorable events, and relive some of our favourite moments. Happy viewing! All Videos Toutes les catégories Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo 00:53 Mark Wardle Collection Promo Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo 07:34 Gay London In The 90 s Brompton Cemetery Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo 09:23 Trade - Flash Back - Are you ready Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo 02:37 Titti La Camp Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo 07:38 Titti La Camp Drag Roast segment at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo 06:17 Putting on the dish, the art of Polari Polari is a historically used form of secret slang or cant, primarily by gay men in Britain, but also by other groups like performers, sailors, and criminals. It was a way to communicate privately, particularly during a time when homosexuality was illegal and stigmatized. Polari's origins are diverse, drawing from Italian, Romani, Yiddish, and other influences, according to Wikipedia. Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo 03:04 Sandra Hush.1 Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo 01:56 Sandra Hush Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo 03:00 Millie Mop - Any Queen Will Do Millie Mop - Any Queen Will Do En voir plus

In the 70s, 80s and 90s Earls Court was the gay mecca hub for gay men who didn't want to trek into Soho and the West End of London

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Madame Jojo's was a nightclub and venue for cabaret, burlesque, drag shows, and live music located on Brewer Street in the Soho area of the City of Westminster

JAY EFF PHOTOGRAPHER 📸 Jay Eff – Chronicler of London’s Queer Nightlife Jay Eff is a prominent photographer known for capturing the energy, vibrancy, and authenticity of London’s gay nightlife and club culture throughout the ’90s and 2000s. His striking black-and-white and color imagery graced the pages of leading LGBTQ+ magazines like Gay Times, AXM, and Phase, producing unforgettable portraits of iconic figures—from fashion models to club personalities. A key contributor to the visual narrative of legendary queer spaces, Jay Eff’s dynamic shots helped define the aesthetic of nights at venues like Trade—London’s trailblazing after-hours club. His photography was instrumental in documenting club culture's evolution during a time when safe, celebratory spaces were vital for expression and identity. Through his lens, Jay Eff captured more than just nightlife; he encapsulated moments of joy, resilience, individuality, and community. His work stands as a vivid portal into a transformative era—where photography wasn’t only art, it was history in motion.

Life's a Drag. UK Drag Queens of the past. From Lily Savage and Regina Fong to Adrella and Zsarday Life's a Drag, UK Drag Queens A brief history of U K drag The transcension of drag queens in the UK from the past to the present reflects a significant evolution in cultural acceptance, artistic expression, and media representation. **Historical Context:** In the past, drag in the UK was often associated with traditional theatrical performances, such as pantomimes, where men would dress as women for comedic effect. The visibility of drag was limited, and it primarily existed in niche venues or within the LGBTQ+ community. **1980s to 1990s:** The rise of the LGBTQ+ rights movement brought more visibility to drag culture. Performers like Lily Savage gained mainstream recognition, and drag began to be seen as a legitimate art form rather than just a comedic gimmick. Clubs and bars started to embrace drag shows, and events like Pride celebrations included drag performances. **2000s:** The advent of reality television, particularly with shows like "RuPaul's Drag Race," popularised drag culture globally. UK performers, such as Bianca Del Rio and later UK queens like The Vivienne and Baga Chipz, gained fame, further bridging the gap between underground drag and mainstream entertainment. **Present Day:** Today, drag queens in the UK are celebrated figures in popular culture, with many achieving celebrity status. The art form has diversified, encompassing various styles and performances, from comedy to high fashion. Drag is also increasingly recognised for its role in activism, addressing issues like gender identity, sexuality, and social justice. Overall, the transcension of drag queens in the UK showcases a journey from marginalization to mainstream acceptance, highlighting the vibrant, transformative nature of drag as both an art form and a means of self-expression. Lily Savage aka Paul O'Grady Paul James O'Grady (14 June 1955 – 28 March 2023) Paul was an English comedian, broadcaster, drag queen , actor, and writer. He achieved notability in the London gay scene during the 1980s with his drag persona Lily Savage, through which he gained wider popularity in the 1990s. Lily Savage was the stage persona of British entertainer Paul O'Grady. A beloved drag queen and comedian, Lily gained fame for her outspoken personality, sharp wit, and trademark Scouse accent. Her career spanned decades, taking her from underground gay clubs in London to prime-time television. O'Grady subsequently dropped the character and in the 2000s became the presenter of various television and radio shows, including The Paul O'Grady Show and For the love of dogs . Regina Fong aka Reg Bundy Her Imperial Highness, The Grand Duchess Regina Fong Last of the Romanovs Her Imperial Highness was born to the Russian Imperial Family of St Petersburg in 1905, but was almost immediately hidden away on the orders of the Czar due to her startling mane of flame red hair. During the storming of the Winter Palace in the uprising of 1917, she escaped due to the quick thinking of her nanny, who flung her, clutching three Faberge Eggs, from a third floor window. With great presence of mind and an ability to survive everything the world threw at her, she commandeered a Troika, and after a long and perilous journey, ended up in the Forbidden City in China. She began teaching flower arranging to the Dowager Empress, who so taken with her skills, refused to allow her to leave. In order to secure her escape from the enclosed city, she married a Chinese courtier called Wing Wang Fong. With her newly found freedom she moved to the stunning gothic mansion 'Fong Towers' in the Royal County of Berkshire, Great Briton, under the patronage of her imperial cousins, The Windsor' Rumours and urban myths followed Her Imperial Highness through out her life, some say she called herself 'Reginald' and impersonated a man from 1967 onwards in order to become a well respected dancer, appearing in the films "Oh What a Lovely War" and "Slipper and the Rose". She appeared in "The Rolf Harris Show", as well as numerous performances in London West End and the Royal Court. Not to mention Panto and Rep around the country. She hosted "Club X" on channel 4, and completed another motion picture entitled "AKA". There are stories also about an infamous and hugely popular all girl troupe called The Disapointer Sisters, one of whom had a startling mane of flame red hair! Many people also swear that for a six-month period there appeared in various "bars" and seedy venues a mysterious man in black leather with an enormous black mascara coated moustache who after his fourth "pint" would regale fellow patrons of life in The Winter Palace! None of these "stories" were ever confirmed (nor denied) by Her Imperial Highness, but we do know that in 1985 she filled in for one week for a dear friend and hosted a show at The Black Cap. One week turned into over 17 years, and so the legend of Her Imperial Highness, Grand Duchess Regina Fong was born. She passed away peacefully on 15 April 2003. R.I.P Regina the Grand Duchess Dockyard Dorris aka Colin Devereaux Colin Devereaux was a performer best known for his popular drag persona, Dockyard Doris. Performing in Islington was in his blood, as he was a direct descendent of Marie Lloyd, a very popular music hall singer in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He studied at the Italia Conti Stage School as a teenager. The character of Dockyard Doris was a music-hall inspired pantomime dame known for her outrageous sense of humour. Doris was incredibly popular all over London in the 1980s and 1990s, and appeared often in pantomimes and shows all over the city. She was also well known for her impression of the Queen Mother, which she performed at Central Station during the Queen Mother’s birthday celebration in 2000. In the Islington’s P r i d e Archive at the Islington Local History Centre, is correspondence from the Queen Mother, politely declining an invitation to visit Central Station during her birthday celebration. Devereaux was known as a fairly quiet person off-stage, but his loud and fun on-stage personality made him incredibly popular and he had a wildly successful 30 year career with appearances on TV shows and in movies along with his regular cabaret and stage performances. Devereaux passed away aged 50 after a long battle with cancer. Danny La Rue Danny La Rue OBE (Daniel Patrick Carroll, 26 July 1927 – 31 May 2009) Danny was an entertainer best known for on-stage theatrical productions, television shows and films where he customarily performed in drag. Adrella aka Peter Searle/Peter Steadman Peter Searle, professionally known as Peter Steadman, who as ‘Adrella’ was a huge star of the cabaret circuit from the mid-70s and directly inspired many of those who are part of the current drag revival, died at the age of 56 after many years of illness. Adrella worked both solo and with partners such as Lily Savage, David Dale, Ebbonknee and Ruby Venezuela. An old-school drag act, who mostly mimed to show tunes, he was best known for his Liza Minnelli routine. He was also a Eurovision fanatic and even juror for the UK’s judging panel in 2008. For a while, during the darkest days of the AIDS crisis, he was one of the most adored performers on the gay scene and did so much charity work that in 1987 he was given an award by the Terrence Higgins Trust. Tragically his ill-health resulted in an early retirement and less recognition than he deserved. He made a comeback, delighting new audiences with his almost undiminihed star quality. The son of a policeman, Searle claimed that he was raised in a police station in the middle of Hyde Park and that he was still living there in 1975, when he entered a talent competition at the Black Cap. He popped briefly into the West End in 1982, when he appeared in La Vie en Rose at the La Vie, formerly the Windmill Theatre. But he will be remembered by most as one of the great gay scene acts, especially for his work at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern. There are many recordings, notably of Adrella’s Nativity at Christmas, 1987, a show that drove the crowd wild. He also made numerous TV appearances on game shows, including Treasure Hunt, Talkabout, the Weakest Link and 15 to 1. Adrella’s last big success was ‘Camp Camp’, which he produced at Butlin’s, Skegness, in 1991. A follow-up was abandoned. Searle later wrote, “The second one collapsed after Butlin’s withdrew, due to negative press affecting their bookings [reports linked the event to the AIDS scare], and in-fighting between the two companies who produced the first event.” Adrella continued to host the RVT’s Sports Days. But subsequently Peter’s health deteriorated. (Text from QX Magazine 2012) Divine on a river boat at Pride London 1985, for Heaven Night Club copy Lire la vidéo Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copiez le lien Lien copié Zsarday aka Zsarday Forde/Skinny Bitch “I knew Zsarday from when she performed at Regina Fong’s Monday Madhouse at the Black Cap. The ‘And I am Telling You’ number, which was known as the ‘fur coat’ routine was iconic at the time.” – Sandra Zsarday was a black trans performer in the circuit in the 80s and 90s in London, who sadly is no longer with us. She was legendary throughout the London and UK scene for her performance in the Regina Fong show signing 'and I'm telling you'. When she took to the stage in her fabulous Leopard skin coat and white pearls around her neck, she commanded everyones eyes. With her shaking hands she would pull her coat off and throw it at the audience, then the pearls would be ripped off and where they would go is anyones guess. Despite a career that included modelling for Alexander McQueen and Vivienne westwood, she lived a precarious life that tragically ended on her 40th birthday weekend in 2009. Zsarday’s coat was donated to the Museum of Transology by her friend Mzz Kimberley 5 Drag Divas and a Duo 5 Drag Divas and a Duo was originally sold to support SUSSEX BEACON in 1998. Making a Difference for People Living with HIV CD features David Raven (Maisie Trollette,) Jimmy Trollette, Dockyard Doris, Dave Lynn & Phil Starr accompanied by Michael Topping, Stan Baines, Tracy Davenport and Glenda. TRACK LISTING 0.15 David Raven I'm Still Here 5.22 Phil Starr No Regrets 9.08 Jimmy Trollette Love Is All 13.03 Dockyard Doris Ring Them Bells 17.00 Dave Lynn With Michael Topping Sweet Georgia Brown 19.43 Tracy Davenport Fly Me To The Moon 21.55 Stan Baines Nothing's Gonna Change My Love For You 25.33 The Trollettes The Impossible Dream 27.50 Dockyard Doris No Matter What 31.46 Tracy Davenport Who Can I Turn To 34.19 Phil Starr With Glenda The Old Bazaar In Cairo 37.10 Dave Lynn Wind Beneath My Wings 40.13 David Raven If Ever I Would Leave You 42.52 Stan Baines Sam45.54 Jimmy Trollette And I Love You So 49.50 Five Drag Divas And A Duo United We Stand If you wish to visit their website and make a donation please visit: https://www.sussexbeacon.org.uk Maisie Trollette, Jimmy Trollette, Phil Star, Dockyard Doris Fudges Final Curtain

London photographer Jay Eff, with his unique view of the world was one of the most outstanding members of our community JAY EFF Photography by If you lived in London back in the 90s ,you would more than likely be familiar with the work of the legendary Photographer Jay Eff. His Flyers (for Clubs like Heaven/Garage/The Fruit Machine) were the stand-out flyers of the London scene. Many people over the years have told me they actually looked forward to going home after the clubs closed, just so they could get next the week's flyers. Every week his fresh new ideas would be admired throughout the club scene in London. Thanks to Jay Eff himself, Lost Gay London has been able to create this collection of Art for all to enjoy. 1/2

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