Why are handheld fans so popular with drag queens?
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If you’re a fan of drag, whether we’re talking RuPaul’s Drag Race, Pose, Paris Is Burning, or even just your local drag brunch, then you’ve probably seen a queen wielding a handheld fan. They’re perfect for moving the air around when a wig gets a little sweaty, but they’re also a symbol and tool used by the drag…