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Lebanese Drag Icon Anya Kneez Goes Viral For Dance Battle in NYC

Anya Kneez never fails to impress with her stunning looks, playful humor, and apparently, impeccable dance moves. The drag icon is now going viral after joining a dance battle at the New York Public Library.

The video, which circulated on TikTok and amassed over a million views, shows Anya Kneez in a dabke dance off. It’s captioned: “NYC is not a real place bc what do you mean Lebanese drag Liza Minelli is doing a dance battle at the public library?

Though this drag pioneer doesn’t need an introduction, Anya Kneez has been transforming the drag game for years. She has championed LGBTQ+ visibility in Beirut, and her love for Arab art and culture shines through every performance.

Dubbed the “Queen of Arab Nostalgia,” she proudly celebrates her heritage while captivating audiences in Brooklyn and teaching them about the Arab region through her art.

Anyway, we hope this video of her dance battleing as Liza Minelli made your day.