Laganja Estranja
ActingAbout Laganja Estranja
Laganja Estranja is the stage name of Jay Jackson, an American choreographer, drag queen, and cannabis rights activist based in Los Angeles, California. He rose to fame as a contestant on the sixth season of RuPaul's Drag Race, finishing in eighth place. Laganja performed moderately well on the show, winning a challenge while partnered with eventual runner-up Adore Delano. During the show, Laganja became infamous for her over-the-top dramatics, catchphrases, and emotional breakdowns. Jay is a choreographer at Beyond Belief Dance Studio in Mesquite, Texas, a studio owned by his drag mother, Alyssa Edwards. In 2016, Jay and friends developed Laganja's Dance School, a hip hop-oriented jazz-funk choreography class and confidence workshop. The workshop is held in North Hollywood, California, and also tours abroad. In 2014, Jay contributed vocals to a cover of RuPaul's "Jealous of My Boogie", for the album RuPaul Presents: The CoverGurlz. On June 4, 2018 he debuted on So You Think You Can Dance (United States) on Fox.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Laganja Estranja reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Laganja Estranja's filmography leans towards the Music genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Laganja Estranja remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Miley Cyrus and Her Dead Petz: The Milky Milky Milk Tour 2015, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Laganja Estranja Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Laganja Estranja's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Laganja Estranja.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | In Hell With Ivo | Herself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | God Save the Queens | Rita | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | PRIDE: To Be Seen - A Soul of a Nation Presentation | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Open to It | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Bitch Who Stole Christmas | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | House of Pride | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Laganja's Dance School | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Straight Outta OZ | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Miley Cyrus and Her Dead Petz: The Milky Milky Milk Tour 2015 | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | RuPaul's Drag Race: Green Screen Christmas | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Laganja Estranja - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Laganja Estranja?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Laganja Estranja is "Miley Cyrus and Her Dead Petz: The Milky Milky Milk Tour 2015" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Laganja Estranja acted in?
Laganja Estranja has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Laganja Estranja?
Other notable films include "In Hell With Ivo", "PRIDE: To Be Seen - A Soul of a Nation Presentation", and "Straight Outta OZ".