House of LaBeija

The House of LaBeija is a prominent and historic drag family and ballroom house founded in 1973 in New York City. It serves as a supportive community and kinship for LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly those involved in drag performance and ballroom culture. Houses like LaBeija provide mentorship, fashion, and performance opportunities, fostering self-expression and resilience. The House of LaBeija gained wider recognition through the reality TV show "RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars," highlighting its influential role in LGBTQ+ culture and ballroom history.