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Kerr, best known for his female impersonations, died Sunday. He was By signing up you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Unsubscribe at any time. Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook. Yale grad blazing a trail for female magicians. October 19, - pm October 20, - pm.

We lost Domenic in March Not long after, Kenny lost his partner Richie. Then one by one, more of our friends and family left us. For almost 30 years Kenny was one of my good friends, and for the past 7 years, my closest and dearest friend. Domenic introduced me to Kenny back in the early 80s. I never forget the 1st time I met him, which was also the 1st time I had seen him perform. It was at the Silver Slipper and boy did he surprise me. Let's just say I was the target for that show.

Kenny was the best. I soon learned that out of costume, Kenny was mild mannered and a loving family man; who was later blessed, and became a loving father to his son Kristen and not so long ago, to his grandson Alexander. You'd think, us living so far apart people sometime drift apart, but that was not the case. I bet that over the last 30 years, I had spent at least one of every holiday or special occasion with Kenny, his sister Marlena and the family.

I spoke with Kenny often, and several times during the past few weeks before his passing. Kenny loved to be on stage and loved people; especially his extended family. He loved to entertain us all; even right up to the end. Kenny loved to perform no matter how he was feeling - nothing stopped him from making us laugh — and sometimes until it hurt, and before you knew it, there were tears of laugher. Kenny — I love you like family. You were there for me, and I for you when we needed each other the most.

You're finally at peace and with those who you love most; little angel your baby girl , mom and your sister Gerry, and of course Richie, Lil-Lil and my Domenic as you liked to say it.

You my friend were one of the best and this world was so much better off having had you in it; even if it was for just a short time. So on this day as we remember Kenny, remember all of those happier times and let those tears of sadness remind you of all the joy and laughter Kenny brought to all of us.

In the words of Mr. The only thing that matters is that you love, and it doesn't matter what you are, as long as you are a good one! He was a hit from day 1. My brother and I came to Las Vegas in He auditioned for Kenny at Boylesque.

Kenny invited us to stay and watch the show after the audition. He even gave us a ride back to our hotel the Victory Downtown and warned us that it was a bad part of town!

He also told me I should call Norbert Aleman to audition for Crazy Girls - I did, and spent 6 of the best, crazy years of my life in that show. Thank you, Kenny for your BIG heart. I meet Kenny when he opened at the Silver Sliper thru a metual friend ,thru the years we became friendly he aleays invited me to his home when he parties,I had him over for dinner at my home , he would always tease me about always being in a suit and tie as I worked in a casino hotel and because I was Italian I reminded him of the goddather.

Kenny was one of the most talented and wity people I knew, outisde of being kind and generous and evne when in dress always a gentleman,he loved his family and especislly his son Chris. To his family , my deepest sympathy, you have much to be proud of. Sincerely, George Giacone. Hello: I would like for the late entertainer Kenny Kerr's surviving sister 'Marlene' to please contact me at: cubanlegend cox.

Thank you, Finocchio Club's own David de Alba. I meet kenny in the late 80s and was grateful for his friendship we went to hawaii in 94 and will cherish all the wonderful memories I have of him rip kenny rick arthur.

Kennys service was beautiful and thank you for sharing his lifes work with us I had the pleasure of going to Hawaii with Kenny in I will cherish all my memories of Kenny what an amazing and talented humanitarian as well as friend I will miss him.

I was with him in Hawaii and took the picture of him when we went on a dinner cruise while there. Thank you and with deep sadness Rick Arthur. I so enjoyed your shows back in the 80s - and was fortunate to see you in one of your last performances at the Onyx a few weeks ago God bless and RIP THE pioneer of Vegas Drag. Big talent and Big heart! Shellee Renee Las Vegas.

Kenny I will miss your kindness and and comical little quirks. I loved watching you perform. You will always have that special place in my heart. Love you always. So sad to hear this news. I don't keep up on local news, so just learned of this.

Boylesque was one of the best shows ever! I took my mother, her boyfriend, and my aunts and uncles to see the show. They all loved it. Not only that I rented a home that was owned by Kenny in and used to take the rent to his home, gave it to Roger, his manager? Many fond memories of you playing poker in the Slipper after the show.

You commented on me being gorgeous one time Glad Ihad the chance to meet you at an Oscar Awards party held this year in Las Vegas at the home of a good friend, I knew you were a living legend then, and I know that you pioneering contributions to the entertainment world will live on in the hearts and minds of your fans! It's great to be a great entertainer, but when you have the drive and talent to create something better and different from the past, you are truly exceptional.

That was Kenny Kerr. Las Vegas, NV. A Star was Born.. You will forever be missed. You were an amazing friend and I will always remember the times we shared together. Kenny, There is no one to equal you. Your talent was incredible! You are and always will be a Diamond in a Platinum setting We are family I will always love and miss you Saw Boylesque at the Silver slipper in the 70's What a show, always brings a smile to my face.

A true Vegas legend whose contribution to the city will not soon be forgotten. A pioneer in making drag more mainstream in town. I never knew Kenny personally, but was sad to hear as his passing and consider it a great loss for the community as a whole. You were one of my closest friends, and mentors, I will always love you, and never forget all that you taught me. I'm so glad I had the chance to tell u how I felt just a few weeks before you left us. Love ShawnM. Kenny you will truly be missed by your friends and all of your fans I had only known you for a short time but your generosity shined through to me and I will always remember you you really was a legend here in my home town much love and respect to you always Kenny may you rip love heather.

Kenny I will miss you greatly but know where you are going you will be a Star, just as you were on Earth! So happy to have been a part of your life and You a part of mine! I remember seeing Kenny at the sahara many times. It saddens me deeply to learn this about Kenny Kerr. I remember my first cocktail waitress job at the the Silver Slipper and Kenny's smile was grand. You have truly earned your wings and may you RIP. God Bless you. Prayers to your family. You will be greatly missed.

Janet Scott. Even though your gone your light will always shine bright in the eyes of so many people who loved and admired you! Rest in Peace our dear friend, Kenny. Kenny I have so many memories of you when I worked in the showroom at the Slipper you always made me feel like I was family!!!

Marlena I am so sorry for your loss!!! Kris your father was a great great person!!! Marlena please call me You were a legend. I'll never forget meeting you and how nice you were to me at our mutual friends Holy Union. Your light burned out much too soon. Know that you were loved by millions and that you were a very bright light in the history of Las Vegas.

You will be missed. May you Rest in Peace. I was watching the show Debbie Reynolds casino and Kenny came on stage and was doing his monologue and was looking around the room. He spotted a child around 10 years old in the audience, he asked the parents if they had ever seen the show. He called the child up on the stage and talked to him for a few minutes. Then he said why don't you go backstage and play with my son for awhile.

He never made the child uncomfortable and I thought it was a very classy thing for him to do. Rest In Peace. Sleep with the Angels! With Adoration, Joie Starr.

Kenny, You were a Great Friend, an outstanding Entertainer ,and always willing to help When you were asked. You will be missed by many and always Remembered for the superstar you are. My condolences go out to your Family at this time of their loss, but just know he has gone home ,and we will all meet again when we arrive in Heaven someday.

Thank you Kenny for all the Great Memories. Rest in Peace. Kenny, After seeing your show at the Silver Slipper i had to move to Vegas and try my luck as a female impersonator!

No one can rival your wit and humor but,i will die trying My Parents took me to Boylesque when I was At 41, I still am in awe of the talent and wit of Kenny Kerr. I just found my t-shirt and signed program in my mementos. Thank you Kenny for creating memories I will never forget.

Kenny you will always have a special place in many of our hearts especially mine. I will never forget how gracious you were and always made your show one of the most memorable on the strip!

You were Superb and the Best. Thank You you will be so missed by us all. God Bless you Kenny. Love and Prayers to you and your family. We met Kenny at a local club the next evening and became friends. We always told everyone Kenny was responsible for Michael and myself getting together.

That was 28 years ago. You were always such a dear man We smile when we think about you and thank you for the great memories. Our condolences to Kenny's family. On my very first visit to Las Vegas, The fist show my mom brought me to was to Kenny's show. I never laughed so hard in my life. Kenny you were the best and will be missed. Give my mom one hell of a show up there she'll be first in line. Kenny, You opened your heart and your home to me.

You were so nice to my parents and sister when I brought them to your show. Thank you for your friendship. Kenny, you never knew how to say "no" to the many times we called to tell you we were coming to see your show - you always put our names on the guest list - and entertained us to our hearts' delight! We were blessed to have you as a true friend for many years and will always cherish the good times with you. As a performer, no one could top your wit and beauty and, as a friend, no one could compare to your honesty and sincerity.

RIP dear Kenny - until we meet again. Kenny, thank you for gracing Our Community with your style and talent. Thank you for being the voice of our community and your many contributions to it. You are and always be a one of a kind. Our loss is heaven's gain. Fly Angel Fly. Kenny Kerr was so much more than a celebrity.

He was a kind hearted, loving soul who took me under his wing. I want to thank him for loving and caring for me like family. I I just pray that I took as good of care of you as you did of me. Miss you, but I know you are in a better place. RIP Kenny, You were a one of a kind class act for sure. You will be missed, my heart goes out to everyone that was close to you.

Now your in Gods hands with all his angels. In I worked as a spotlight operator for the Morris show at the silver slipper and Boylesque was the show opposite ours, I got to know Kenny really well, he was so kind and so funny and for some reason, after years of keeping in touch we just kind of lost contact.

I moved back to vegas in and found that Kenny was living in palm springs, I never got back in touch with him, I regret now that I didn't just send him a note. Thanks for the great memories Kenny and I'll miss you. Our condolences to your family and friends. Gisele Kaufmann and Ken Nelsen. We came out from Indiana and saw your show at the Plaza. We were so amazed at your talent and humor, that we had to see your show many more times.

Your presence will be missed terribly. Laurie Jones. Kenny - You will be missed. You brought your entertainment to so many. Thank You. So fortunate and blessed all of us are to have known Kenny! I will always cherish the memories of the good times we had together. Thank you Kenny. My thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends. I will miss you my friend. It's kinda hard to talk to Kenny almost every day on the phone for 20 years and not miss talking to him.

Save a space for me in the Drag Show in the sky. Just not any time soon!! We treasure memories of years of laughter with Kenny.

And special times together at our home in Alaska. Fred and Larry. Kenny, you were taken from us way too soon. We'll miss your great performances down here. Until we all get back together again on that great big stage in Drag Queen heaven, give those up there a great show!

My condolence to His family. The only thing that always depressed me was going to Kenny's shows! It just wasn't fair that he and his boys looked better in a dress than I ever would! So sorry he's gone. What a wonderful entertainer and humanitarian. Thanks for all the great memories I am glad I got to know you!!!

RIP my friend!!! Kenny, I remember living in Vegas and walking down to see your show. Such excellence and grace will never be replaced. I am glad you are at peace and will do my best to keep an eye on Kris since I know he was your pride and joy along with your grandson. In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. I did not know you personally, but you were a great entertainer and a great person, from what others have said about you..

It is a great loss for all of us, who enjoyed being entertained by you. May you rest in peace and watch down on your friends and family, and smiling all the time, guiding them along. Sincerely, Roni Miles. RIP Kenny, So many fond memories and so much fun!

Know that you are loved and missed. I worked at the Silver Slipper and I knew Kenny and thought he was a wonderful and funny and kind person. I would take my family to see him at that time he was really the one and only at what he did but he was also the best, so sorry to hear of his lost Not only was Kenny a talented Las Vegas icon, but he was a genuinely caring human being.

I worked at the Silver Slipper back in the late s, when Kenny and his troupe were performing in "Boylesque. He would always ask about my children, and would truly engage in the conversation. When my out-of-state family came to visit, we would always see a "Boylesque" show, and Kenny always made sure we had good seats and often engaged my family members when he interacted with the audience. My deepest sympathies go out to his family. He was a wonderful, talented man. Thank you kenny you made our lives fun giving us laughter and making life exciting we will always love u god bless love andrew and mike.

Kenny will be missed. I worked at the Silver Slipper for years and he was a larger than life personality. Vegas lost a true son. Kenny's seamless impersonations of Barbra Streisand and Cher illustrated his ability to transcend the typical female impersonator genre. Kenny Kerr was a multi-faceted entertainer who combined his talents as a singer and comedian to bring audiences one of the finest shows in the world.

Just before his sixteenth birthday, Kenny was shopping when the producers of a local female impersonator show approached him. The producers told him that he had a natural resemblance to Barbra Streisand and asked him if he would consider doing an audition. Kenny quickly said yes!! The makeover was so remarkable that he was offered a part in the company's production portraying Streisand and other female show business icons. For the next two years, Kenny began an almost impossible grind, attending school by day and traveling by bus each night, to perform in Philadelphia.

At the age of eighteen, after graduating from school, Kenny decided to produce his own show and went on the road for two years perfecting his craft. He was He was one of the most generous people who offered his time without pay to raise money for HIV refusing to accept payment for his transportation and lodging. He also never refused an engagement during the height of his Las Vegas reign through when home to see his family in New Jersey.

He did this to give young people the opportunity to see a gay entertainer who was successful outside of gay drag. I was especially surprised and entertained to see that he performed in one of Whoopi Goldberg's most entertaining films that I still love watching--The Associate as a cast member rather than as a cameo. I know, as well as Kenny that many people wished he would have stuck with lip-syncing, but he had a vision that has served to pave the way for many others.

My prayers are with his family, and with his nephew who reluctantly went on the Montel Williams Show, you did a noble thing young man! God bless and keep you. Jackson Walensis. March 1, Jackson Walensis. Post a New Comment Enter your information below to add a new comment. My response is on my own website ».

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