Sam Byrd

Sam Byrd is a freelance contributor to Outsmart who loves to take in all of Houston’s sights, sounds, food and fun. He also loves helping others to discover Houston’s rich culture. Speaking of Houston, he's never heard a Whitney Houston song he didn't like.

Drag

Sam ByrdSeptember 2, 2025
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Catalina Seymour-Alexander Slays with Latina Showgirl Fire

Houston’s Catalina Seymour-Alexander is a dancer turned drag diva whose Latinx pride, powerful performances, and dazzling pageant wins make her one of the city’s most magnetic entertainers.
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Drag

Sam ByrdAugust 1, 2025
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DragSpace Connects Houston-Area Fans to Local Performers and Shows

Launched by Colt V. Ables, DragSpace is a new digital hub that promotes Houston drag shows and performers, making it easier for fans to follow their favorites.
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Drag

Sam ByrdJuly 31, 2025
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Artemis Hunter Serves Y2K Drag, Glitter, and Goddess Energy

Houston drag performer Artemis Hunter channels early 2000s vibes, queer pride, and trans joy into a powerful stage presence and community-driven artistry.
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WiggingOut

Sam ByrdJuly 3, 2025
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Malibu Blake Von Schweetz Serves Cake by Day, Drag Realness by Night

Malibu Blake Von Schweetz juggles a bakery, a crown, and a spotlight—bringing camp, polish, and heart to Texas stages while championing drag and dreaming of Disney parks around the globe.
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Drag

Sam ByrdJune 2, 2025
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Rachel B*tchface Is the Queen of Expression and Elegance

Rachel B*tchface combines sharp wit, show-stopping looks, and heartfelt advocacy. For Pride Month, the Houston queen opens up about resilience, self-expression, and why being loud, visible, and unforgettable is more…
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Drag

Sam ByrdApril 30, 2025
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Wigging Out: Padma Azz Brings the Brass, Sass, and a Touch of Class

Drag performer Padma Azz shares how theater, pageantry, and perseverance led her from Port Arthur to Houston's stages—and what she’s learned along the way.
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WiggingOut

Sam ByrdApril 1, 2025
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Wigging Out with Iris Seymour, Visionary Drag Queen

Iris Seymore is a queen known for her quick wit, spectacle(s), and unique style.
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WiggingOut

Sam ByrdMarch 4, 2025
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Wigging Out with Casper Cain, the Cowboy Casanova

Casper Cain, winner of OSM's Gayest & Greatest "Best New Drag King," is known for his confidence and charisma.
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Arts & Entertainment

Sam ByrdJanuary 31, 2025
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Cirque du Soleil’s ECHO Comes to Houston

Artistic director Fabrice Lemire shares insights on ECHO, his journey, and Cirque du Soleil’s inclusive culture.
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WiggingOut

Sam ByrdJanuary 31, 2025
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Made for Roasting

Marsha Mellow keeps it real with drag and life.
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