As we honor Miss Roxy Doll's memory, countless people reached out to share their own expiriences with Roxy throughout the years.
The SGN will host, in coordination with the family, a memorial service for the community in Roxy’s honor on August 23 at 2-5pm. The event will be held in the same building as the SGN office, All Pilgrims Church at 500 Broadway E. on Capitol Hill, Seattle.
Rest in power, Roxy! I still remember meeting you at Club Broadway in 1988 dancing to Knock on Wood. Your light will always shine. Energy never dies, and neither will your status as a Seattle legend. — Will Becker
I was awakened to learn this sad news! My heart is aching! Roxy Doll was a SEATTLE ICON AND LEGEND! She did so much for the drag community and for performers. She gave people a place to call home and a stage to share their talents when no one else in Seattle would. She took me in off the streets to help me with my drug addictions when I was 17. She was a remarkable woman! I will never forget her UNENDING LOVE AND CARE FOR OTHERS! … She DESERVES TO REMEMBERED! She kept Neighbours Nightclub up and running after the pandemic and after all that devastation and destruction to the property. She was an inspiration to many in the LGBTQIA+ community. MAY SHE LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER!!! — Ryan Hazy
Roxy Doll always had space on the stage for any performer. I am lucky to have performed at the The Dollhouse so many times. Rest in power (and high heels) — Basheera
What an absolute icon. I met Roxy through the Fenix burlesque scene forever ago, and she was always so sweet to me. She spent her life building others up, and helping build the places that make Seattle shine. To all those who knew her, and were inspired by her, my love goes out to you. — James Teebes Kelso
Rest in paradise, Roxy, one of the first people I befriended at Neighbours when I go-go danced there 16 years ago. I always had to get my Roxy hug every time I saw her. When I first started, I told her how nervous I was to dance and [thought I was] going to mess up or look dumb, and she said, “Knock on wood! Own it baby and give them something to look at!” — Nico Valle
Such a huge loss. I’ve known her since the mid-’90s. Her talent was endless, and her love for our community was even more so. — Micah Reynolds
She worked so hard to get it reopened after COVID, when it seemed like others wanted to give up. — Eric Diaz-Rising
Oh so sad. RIP, Roxy. I loved seeing you perform. — Christina Fairchild
RIP Roxy — Alex McKay
Rest, Doll — Vaughn Bombeck
I am just in shock over this news. She and I met 40 years ago at the Brass Connection. I just talked to her not too long ago. She was always a big support to me. She is now at peace with all of the Seattle queens that passed away when we were young. She's now reunited with her buddies Crystal Lane and Zora, who were two huge pillars of the LGBT community back in the early ’80s. Such a sad day for us all. Much love for Roxy always. Rest peacefully, Seattle icon! — Toni James
From an early age, Roxy loved to dance. She would have the music playing and dance in our living room, and sometimes the neighbors would join us. My mom was the assistant manager of our apartment, so no one complained about the loud music (also probably because it was daytime). She gave me and my siblings our love for ’80s music like Adam Ant, Blondie, Culture Club, etc. We will always have memories of the good times. She will not be forgotten May Roxy RIP — Bridget Cafarella, family member
A very sad day indeed. A true icon to the LGBT community. I am devastated to hear the news about her passing. May she rest in peace. She will be missed, I hope her legacy continues. She was a wonderful person and friend to me. — Sahara Dior D
Aww rest in love, Roxy Doll!!! — Letrese Dozier
You were an amazing mentor to the community, Mama! You always helped me out whenever I wanted to do a performance and made me laugh every time I saw you. Such an amazing soul. We’re going to miss you so much. Rest in power, gorgeous — Jayne Ashton
So sorry to hear this news. Roxy had such a beautiful soul and [was] so much fun to be around. She will always be a shining star — Michelle Brain
She was a legend! I loved her. Rest in love, you beautiful soul — Teague O’Brien
RIP Roxy. We met at the Vogue on First in Belltown in 1995. We became fast friends and [she] used to come to my after-hours parties. I still treasure the Pamela Anderson dolls, cards, and collection you gave to me — James Hambly
This breaks my heart. I’ve known and been friends with Roxy since the mid-’80s. We met at the City Nightclub in Portland, Oregon. I have so many good memories from Portland and Seattle. We had periods where we weren’t in contact much, but we always reconnected as if no time passed. She was always loving, kind, and supportive. I will miss her very much! — Anne McCloud
Rest in power, Girl. I’ll miss your kindness! — Lauren Thompson
Such sad news. Roxy was the best. She was so fun to be around. I knew her from the Vogue, Brass Connection, and of course Neighbours. Rest in peace, Roxy — Lisa Watson
We were so close for years and years and years and [I] worked with her at the Vogue and many places. She was a true rock and roll drag queen. I am in shock and can't believe this [and] can't stop crying. We were just texting a few weeks ago. Big, big loss. [A] true Seattle icon. I loved her so much... — James Carbo
May our beloved sister rest in peace and power. Haus of Heyoka sends all our love and energy to her loved ones. I bet she's giving the Creators a good show up there — Gotrix Heyoka
My first encounter with Roxy was at City Beat nightclub, and “Knock on Wood” came on, and she commanded that floor. Later we would become friends through Boy Mike, and we all briefly became roommates. She always kept it real. I'm saddened to hear this — still so young. Love ya, lady — Carrie Blackshaw
Some of my most memorable and fun performances I've done in the goth/industrial music scene were thanks to Roxy. RIP. — Nick Frank
She’s always in my head, Mr. Patty Wax Manger. She gave me licenses to dance! R.I.P. Roxie Doll — Eugene Raymond
What a beautiful soul. I will never forget her absolute kindness. I hope her journey is as bright and beautiful as she made this world. — Michelle Crow
She was a true legend, yet she also could be down to earth. All the time she spent getting Neighbours back together during COVID and all she had done before and after. We chatted a few times over the years, and she was always honest in what she had to say. I’m going to miss her, and there will be so many others who will miss her more. RIP, Roxy. You will be missed. — Grey Wolfe
I am so very sad and heartbroken to hear this news. Roxy was such a powerful force in Seattle and such a wonderful, wonderful person, a true gem of this great city... You will forever be missed. My most sincere condolences to Roxy's [closest] people — Rob Butler
Godspeed, dear friend. You will always be the fire — Joe Laverage
I remember her from the Brass Connection. She was always so much fun and a hoot to be around. She will be dearly missed — Mike Lawrence
My heart is broken! Rest in peace, my sweet friend! Sending prayers to Evan! — Eric Shirey
So sad. Rest in peace and thank you for all your love and support — Scott Benson
Oh my god, this is horrible. She was always so nice to me when I used to go down to Neighbours. I enjoyed her sense of humor and her kindness. This is upsetting. She will be missed. — Scott Coburn
I met her in 1985 when she was just a tiny little princess. She [was] absolutely wonderful and feral and perfect. House of Blitzka forever. — Dagmar S Peterson
She'll be missed by many. I remember meeting her in the early 1980s at City Beat... Everyone was smitten with Roxy. Years later we would share a tiny apartment on Capitol Hill for a short time. Got to see her on one of my trips back to Seattle, and I’m glad I did. My deepest condolences to her partner, family, and all who love and knew her. Iconic. Forever beautiful. — Nan Whitaker
She shines brightly amongst the stars now. Rest in power, Roxy. — Heather Ann
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