I know the title seems loud and upsetting, and it should make you feel exactly that way. It is time to be honest, be loud and speak about this every day. With March’s celebration of Women’s History Month and ongoing unanswered questions about the Epstein Files, I thought it was time to be loud, honest […]

I’m sitting here staring at the screen, wanting to write something honest, meaningful, and hopefully helpful as we step into a new year. So much has happened, and so much feels uncertain, especially as a gay American man who loves his country and wants to believe the best of it. This past year tested all […]

ORLANDO, Fla. – October 2025 – Ritzy Rags, Wigs & More, owned by entertainer Martin “Leigh Shannon” Fugate, is proud to celebrate 35 years in business with a month-long celebration that combines giving back, spooky fun, and milestone savings. For the 12th consecutive year, Ritzy Rags will honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month by giving away […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELASE Orlando, FL – Local business owner and community leader Martin “Leigh Shannon” Fugate has officially announced his endorsement of Mira Tannafor District 3 City Council. Fugate was also previously a candidate for this same city council seat.  “Our wonderful District 3 has been under the same leadership for quite some time, and I believe it’s time […]

Owner of Ritzy Rags Wigs & More in College Park working to raise awareness ORLANDO, Fla. – August marks National Hair Loss Awareness Month, a time to spotlight an issue that affects millions of people, especially women. Did you know women make up approximately 40% of hair loss sufferers? Hair loss in women is often overlooked, […]

Publix in College Park will get six self-checkout kiosks even though this location has always been one of the smaller stores without the variety of items like the Hollianna store. For my Central Florida family, LGBTQ+ and many other loyal customers, this change feels like a loss. People love it for the vintage look, once […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Martin “Leigh Shannon” Fugate Will Not File for Orlando City Commission, District 3 With a full heart and deep appreciation, I want to thank everyone who believed in me, pledged their support, and encouraged me to consider running for Orlando City Commissioner in District 3. Your backing meant the world to me […]

ORLANDO, FL – Ritzy Rags Wigs & More, a beloved local business since 1990, is proud to announce August as Hair Loss Awareness Month—shining a spotlight on the often-overlooked challenges women face with hair loss due to genetics, medical treatments, COVID-19, surgery, alopecia, lupus, and more. Martin “Leigh Shannon” Fugate, owner and renowned Bette Midler […]

ORLANDO | Florida drag entertainer and small business owner, Martin “Leigh Shannon” Fugate confirmed May 14 that he plans to meet with exploratory staff to consider a potential run for Orlando’s District 3 commissioner seat after longtime Commissioner Robert Stuart announced that he will not seek another term. “I want to take a moment to […]

ORLANDO, Fla. — At Ritzy Rags in College Park, Leigh Shannon has it all. If you’re looking for a crazy costume wig, he’s got it. If you’re a cancer patient looking for a high-quality wig, he’s there to help. Shannon estimates that 50 percent of what he has in his shop is made in China. […]

Did the title grab your attention? Good. These days, the truth itself feels like a forbidden topic — something too raw, too uncomfortable, too “Rated X” for the political climate we live in.  Not because this article is explicit in any way, but because conversations about sexuality, race and self-acceptance have become controversial battlegrounds. What […]

ORLANDO, Fla. — Ritzy Rags Wigs and More in College Park is offering free wigs to breast cancer patients throughout October in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Monika Koleva was diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer last May at the age of 30, despite having no family history of the disease. “I got the phone call […]

Pensacola, FL – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Ritzy Rags & More, known for its outstanding collection of wigs, has been brightening the lives of cancer patients by offering free medical-grade wigs to those in need. For individuals undergoing the grueling process of cancer treatment, hair loss can be a significant emotional hurdle, adding […]

To a woman, hair is everything. Martin “Leigh Shannon” Fugate, entertainer and owner of Ritzy Rags & More, knows this and understands that something as materialistic as a wig can be a small light at the end of the tunnel for cancer patients. Fugate’s journey to bring a sense of confidence and normalcy to cancer […]

Walking into a consignment store about 30 years ago, Martin “Leigh Shannon” Fugate saw an opportunity to use his drag scene experience as an asset to help the Central Florida community. Taking over that store which is now Ritzy Rags Wigs & More, he said he began selling costumes, wigs, jewelry, and makeup there and would […]

For Immediate Release September 13th, 2024 CONTACT:  Martin “Leigh Shannon” Fugate  (407) 839-3815  ritzyragsemail@aol.com  Orlando Icon Leigh Shannon Continues Breast Cancer Awareness Tradition with Free Wig Giveaways for 2024 Major Announcement Coming Soon About the Future of Ritzy Rags & More COLLEGE PARK, FL — Martin “Leigh Shannon” Fugate, beloved entertainer and owner of Ritzy […]

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hamburger Mary’s Orlando is closing its downtown location, the popular restaurant known for its drag shows said on its Facebook page.  “For over 16 years, Hamburger Mary’s Orlando has operated from our 4,400 sq ft store on Church St and to date have served almost 2 million happy souls,” the post reads. “We have […]

I woke up to the news that Hamburger Mary’s Orlando will be closing its location downtown. Being a business owner myself over 38 years, I can tell you that ownership is hard. The challenges can be overwhelming. I hope HM finds a new home and I wish the best for all the employees that will […]

Let us journey back to 1976, where I sat parked in my modest blue Ford Mustang on Main Street in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, at the striking hour of 10 p.m., brimming with anticipation. Whispers had circulated that Main Street was the epicenter of gay culture, and as I lingered there, the neon brilliance of the […]

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