Zavion Davenport, best known as Chi Chi DeVayne, has died at age 34, Zavion's mother, Tina Davenport, told CNN."It is with tremendous sorrow that my family and I announce the passing of my beloved son, Zavion Michael Davenport, the world renowned 'Chi Chi Devayne,'" a statement on behalf of the family said.The statement added: "His final words to his family and fans, 'Never Give Up!'"Details on the cause of death were not immediately available, but Davenport posted to Instagram from the hospital and referenced a battle with pneumonia. DeVayne was a fan favorite on "RuPaul's Drag Race," competing on season 8 and season 3 of the show's all-star edition. On social media, host and executive producer RuPaul said, "I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of Chi Chi DeVayne. I am so grateful that we got to experience her kind and beautiful soul. She will be dearly missed, but never forgotten." The statement added: "May her generous and loving spirit shine down on us all."World of Wonder, the production company behind the series, also released a statement confirming the sad news. "We're heartbroken to learn that CRead More – Source

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