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20245 minPGdoc-short

Lgbtq Rights Life Stories

Purvette

20245 minPGdoc-short

At 102 years old, Jo Purvis reflects on her life as a DJ and a pioneer of drag shows in London.

Lgbtq Rights Life Stories

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At 102 years old, Jo Purvis reflects on her life as a DJ and a pioneer of drag shows in London.

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Jo Purvis, a 102-year-old DJ, reflects on her influential career as a pioneer of drag shows in London. Named a “living legend of the gay scene” by QX Magazine, Purvis shares stories from her life, detailing her contributions to the vibrant nightlife and LGBTQ+ culture. The five-minute documentary captures her enduring spirit and the impact she has made over decades in the entertainment industry.

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