Cwnewser
CONTACTStaffCAREER OPPORTUNITIESADVERTISE WITH USPRIVACY POLICYPRIVACY PREFERENCESTERMS OF USELEGAL NOTICE
© 2024 Pride Publishing Inc.
All Rights reserved
All Rights reserved
Scroll To Top
By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Private Policy and Terms of Use.
7 Times Leslie Jordan Was Hilarious and Iconic
A Look at 7 of Leslie Jordan's Funny Roles
Leslie Jordan was born in Memphis, Tenn., April 29, 1955. The character actor was known for his quick wit and Southern drawl. His popularity was timeless, as he appealed to longtime sitcom fans and the TikTok generation alike. Jordan won an Emmy for his portrayal of Beverley Leslie in the iconic sitcom Will & Grace.
Jordan died Monday at the age of 67.
Photo by STEFANI REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images
All other images via Screengrab/YouTube
That time with Seth Meyers
Leslie Jordan appeared on Late Night With Seth Meyers to discuss how, during the pandemic, he had posted to Instagram and unknowingly gone viral.
New Year's Eve 2021
Just this past New Year's Eve, appearing on CNN with Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen, Leslie Jordan warmed everyone's heart with a hillarious cameo.
Leslie as soft serve
Singing in front of an audience, masked, Leslie Jordan appeared on Fox's The Masked Singerin October of 2021 as soft serve ice cream.
Currently on Fox's 'Call Me Kat'
Fans of the currently running Fox sitcom, Call Me Kat, featuring Mayim Bialik, Cheyenne Jackson, Kyla Pratt, Julian Gant, and Swoosie Kurtz, will be devastated that Phil's story will come to an abrupt end, as Leslie Jordan played the ensemble's funny older gay character.
On American Horror Story
Leslie Jordan played several characters on Ryan Murphy's American Horror Story franchise. Here he is in AHS 1984.
Breakout role in Will & Grace
For his portrayal of quirky, snippy, and fierce Beverley Leslie on Will & Grace,Leslie Jordan won an Emmy in 2006. It is in this role that he became a household name.
Boston Legal
Leslie Jordan appeared in six episodes of Boston Legal, where he played Bernard Ferrion, a man who kept killing people with frying pans.
Latest Stories
Explore dushi Curaçao: Your colorful LGBTQ+ Caribbean oasis
December 16 2024 1:45 PM
31 Period Films of Lesbians and Bi Women in Love That Will Take You Back
December 09 2024 1:00 PM
Gay blind traveler Henry Martinez embraces Greater Fort Lauderdale in his latest video
December 06 2024 4:36 PM
Discover the LGBTQ+ paradise of San Juan, Puerto Rico
November 29 2024 9:30 AM
Which trans beauty will steal the spotlight at Miss International Queen – USA?
November 23 2024 10:39 AM
KUST. unveils 'Thong 01' just in time to stuff for the holidays
November 20 2024 5:45 PM
Naughty holiday cheer as Santa's Secret lands in West Chelsea
November 15 2024 2:25 PM
BOYS! BOYS! BOYS! opens new Gallery Café in London
November 06 2024 4:45 PM
Escape to laid-back luxury at this elevated rainforest resort
October 23 2024 5:00 AM
Out and About with Sasheer Zamata
October 03 2024 3:08 PM
Thirsty pics from last URGE Miami 2023
August 28 2024 3:19 PM
Breckenridge, Colorado’s 10-Mile Pride is an unexpected haven of queer joy
June 30 2024 10:36 PM
11 of Sarah Paulson's Best Performances (So Far)
June 17 2024 3:21 PM
Pines Play lifestyle brand celebrates Fire Island just in time for Pride
June 16 2024 8:30 AM
35+ sizzling pics from Provincetown Pride 2024
June 11 2024 1:17 PM
Top 10 Pride destinations for Millennials
June 11 2024 11:41 AM
Check out these 5 ways to celebrate (and survive) Pride with the kids
June 05 2024 11:00 AM
Trending stories
Recommended Stories for You
Christopher Wiggins
Christopher Wiggins is a senior national reporter for The Advocate. He has a rich career in storytelling and highlighting underrepresented voices. Growing up in a bilingual household in Germany, his German mother and U.S. Army father exposed him to diverse cultures early on, influencing his appreciation for varied perspectives and communication. His work in Washington, D.C., primarily covers the nexus of public policy, politics, law, and LGBTQ+ issues. Wiggins' reporting focuses on revealing lesser-known stories within the LGBTQ+ community. Key moments in his career include traveling with Vice President Kamala Harris and interviewing her in the West Wing about LGBTQ+ support.
In addition to his national and political reporting, Wiggins represents The Advocate in the White House Press Pool and is a member of several professional journalistic organizations, including the White House Correspondents’ Association, Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists, and Society of Professional Journalists. His involvement in these groups highlights his commitment to ethical journalism and excellence in the field. Follow him on X/Twitter @CWNewser (https://twitter.com/CWNewser) and Threads @CWNewserDC (https://www.threads.net/@cwnewserdc).
Christopher Wiggins is a senior national reporter for The Advocate. He has a rich career in storytelling and highlighting underrepresented voices. Growing up in a bilingual household in Germany, his German mother and U.S. Army father exposed him to diverse cultures early on, influencing his appreciation for varied perspectives and communication. His work in Washington, D.C., primarily covers the nexus of public policy, politics, law, and LGBTQ+ issues. Wiggins' reporting focuses on revealing lesser-known stories within the LGBTQ+ community. Key moments in his career include traveling with Vice President Kamala Harris and interviewing her in the West Wing about LGBTQ+ support.
In addition to his national and political reporting, Wiggins represents The Advocate in the White House Press Pool and is a member of several professional journalistic organizations, including the White House Correspondents’ Association, Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists, and Society of Professional Journalists. His involvement in these groups highlights his commitment to ethical journalism and excellence in the field. Follow him on X/Twitter @CWNewser (https://twitter.com/CWNewser) and Threads @CWNewserDC (https://www.threads.net/@cwnewserdc).