Rare Photos From NYC's Hottest Club, Studio 54

Drag is Welcome Here!

Who doesn’t love a good drag queen? Studio 54 had many queens grace its dancefloor each night! Divine and the Dame Rollerena were both very popular queens that loved the club as much as the rest of the patrons. The Dame even took things to the next level and roller skated all around the club.

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