On June 26, 2021, Taylor PRIDE held a fundraiser at Texas Beer Company in Taylor, Texas. Promotional copy named two headliners in the same breath: State Rep. James Talarico and “the absolute cutest & youngest of our drag performers,” an 11-year-old boy performing as Kween Kee Kee. The child was also slated to host “Kee Kee Storytime” with Pride-themed crafts for other children. Adult drag acts were on the same program. Photos and attendee video later showed the boy in a dress, heavy makeup, and a blonde wig, including a splits routine billed as part of a “Youth Drag Show.” Attendee video showed the performance. Talarico spoke and posed with attendees. His campaign has not treated this as something that requires an explanation.