International Breakthrough And Activism

Olivia Jones: German Drag Queen Icon

International Breakthrough and Activism

Olivia Jones, a German drag performer and activist, rose to international fame in 1997 after winning the Drag Queen Contest as her alter ego, Knöbels.

The "Freak Show" and St. Pauli Kiez Tours

Known for her towering height and signature orange hair, Jones established herself as a prominent figure in the Reeperbahn district of Hamburg, hosting "freak shows" and guided tours as the "Olivia Jones Family," featuring drags, ex-pimps, and burlesque stars.

Television Appearances and Guest Judging

Jones's popularity extended to television, where she became a panelist on "Viva la Diva" and guest-judged on the first season of the reality show "Queen of Drags."