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John-Carlos Estrada

John-Carlos Estrada, a news anchor and filmmaker, transformed an award-winning TV news profile into the documentary "Barbette + Fontaine." Inspired by a dream where the legendary Texas drag icon Barbette urged him to tell their story, Estrada takes pride in unveiling Barbette’s final act. With 15 years of journalism in major cities, he now anchors at CBS Austin while calling Austin home with his husband and French Bulldogs.

Director of Barbette & Fontaine

Film Synopsis: A century apart, two drag icons unite through art, resilience, and a shared legacy of self-expression and freedom. Leading the cast is Cynthia Lee Fontaine of RuPaul's Drag Race.

John-Carlos Estrada
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