Lucian Piane, best known for his role on RuPaul's Drag Race, recently passed away at the age of 46. The talented musician was reportedly struck by a car in Glendale on Monday, October 12. According to TMZ, Lucian's death came just hours after he'd been released from jail.
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Just hours before he died, Lucian is alleged to have spit at hotel staff, smoked in the hotel lobby, and thrown water around the premises.
"According to the police report from Lucian's arrest, Embassy Suites staff called Glendale PD around 6:30 PM Sunday after Lucian allegedly refused to leave," TMZ reports. "The caller reported Lucian was throwing items at the front desk and smoking in the lobby."
It's reported that there were multiple witnesses to Lucian's behavior in the hotel lobby. Police officers reportedly arrived on scene at 6:35 pm, local time. He was detained. According to law enforcement officials who spoke with TMZ, Lucian allegedly accused the hotel manager of 'running a prostitution ring.'
"Our sources said Lucian appeared manic and was rambling, though he cooperated with cops. He told officers he was a Hollywood writer and denied taking drugs," TMZ reports. "Lucian was arrested for assault around 6:45 PM, booked at 7:42 PM, and then cited and released at 11:49 PM."
It is reported that Lucian was released from jail just five hours before tragically being struck by a vehicle. The incident has been ruled an accident by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.
Lucian Piane Was a Talented Musical Composer
In 2003, Lucian earned a Bachelor of Music in Composition degree from New York University. After earning his degree, Lucian worked on Team America, Hairspray, and Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me, alongside composer Marc Shaiman, per PEOPLE.
However, it was the work Lucian did with RuPaul that put him on the map. He was a co-writer on some of RuPaul's biggest hits, including "Cover Girl," "Sissy That Walk," and "I Bring the Beat."
Lucian was reportedly working through a difficult spell in his life before his death, having endured multiple brushes with the law.
Currently, there is no information regarding an impending funeral or celebration of life for Lucian. That information will likely remain private for family and close friends.
