Addison Taylor (he/she/all) is what you'd call an accidental advocate—equal parts sass and service, stage-ready and street-smart. Born and raised in Orlando, Florida, Addison has spent their life immersed in vibrant communities that shaped their unique perspective.
With a drag career spanning over 25 years, Addison is a former National Miss Comedy Queen (2006) and National Miss Large & Lovely (2009), and currently co-owns ANR Productions, the company behind the annual National Miss Comedy Queen Pageant—one of the fastest-growing and largest national drag pageants in the country. An entertainer and bartender their whole life, they’ve built a successful career with nothing more than a high school diploma and a masterclass in life—performing and traveling extensively throughout every corner of Florida and across parts of the U.S., building a name as one of the country’s most engaging emcees and entertainers.
In 2024, Addison stepped away from the entertainment industry to join the team at Harmony Healthcare, Inc.—a nonprofit providing inclusive, judgment-free access to sexual health services, HIV care, and PrEP, regardless of insurance, income, or background. What started as a leap of faith quickly became a true calling. In that time, Addison has fully embraced this work, emerging as a passionate and trusted voice for the LGBTQ+ and underserved communities.
Though their professional focus has shifted, Addison still performs in drag on occasion—continuing to use the art form not just to entertain, but to connect with the community in meaningful ways. Whether on stage or in a clinical setting, their greatest passion lies in providing honest, accessible information that empowers others to take charge of their health without fear or judgment.
From club stages to clinic offices, Addison’s lived experiences have uniquely positioned them to meet people where they are—with empathy, authenticity, and a deep understanding of the communities they serve. Every encounter since the age of 15, from dive bars to national pageant stages to dark rooms, unknowingly laid the foundation for the advocacy work they now embrace.
Today, they use their voice and platform to educate, uplift, and guide others through healthcare with confidence and dignity. Addison Taylor may not have set out to be a healthcare advocate—but they have become exactly the kind of advocate our communities need.