The ‘Drag Race’ Star Who Terrorized a 15-Year-Old Superfan

One fan claims "RuPaul's Drag Race" winner Sharon Needles was physically abusive, encouraged self-harm, and sent them child porn when they were underage. Others say it's part of a pattern.

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