Drag performer and TV personality Jiggly Caliente was forced to have her right leg amputated following a "severe" infection.

The drag queen's family revealed she had been suffering from some health issues over the last month, which ultimately led to the amputation of one of her legs.

Jiggly Caliente of 'Drag Race' is taking a break after most of one leg was amputated due to a 'severe' infection. Recovery will be extensive, her family said.