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# "From diver to diva": Olympic hero Tom Daley stuns fans with glam drag transformation
- URL: https://www.scenemag.co.uk/from-diver-to-diva-olympic-hero-tom-daley-stuns-fans-with-glam-drag-transformation/
- Published: 2026-10-05T12:23:08.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-05T12:23:08.000Z
- Author: Graham Robson
- Tags: News

Olympic diving champion **Tom Daley** has surprised fans after unveiling a dramatic drag queen transformation on social media.

Th gold medallist shared photos of his makeover on Instagram, revealing what he described as a journey from “diver to diva”. The 32-year-old worked with drag artist and make-up specialist **Plastique Beauty** to create the striking new look, which left many followers struggling to recognise him.

In the images, Daley sports a full face of make-up, including foundation, blusher and lipstick, alongside an ash-blonde wig styled in long plaits. He captioned the post: “I can’t believe this is me.”

Plastique Beauty, which collaborated on the makeover, shared the images alongside the message: “From Diver to Diva. Tom Daley in a custom look + Alba from the Phantasy collection.”

The photos show Daley posing with drag performer **Tiara** before taking a full-length mirror selfie showcasing the completed transformation.

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Fans quickly flooded the comments with praise, with many admitting they initially failed to recognise the former diver. One follower wrote: “I saw the Tom Daley tag and was wondering where he was.” Another added: “I had to triple check the user name!” A third commented: “Goodness gracious... had you not mentioned it is impossible to recognise you. You look gorgeous anyway, any day, in any look.”

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While some were surprised by the makeover, Daley’s enthusiasm for drag is well documented. The retired Olympian is a long-time fan of *RuPaul’s Drag Race* and appeared as a guest judge on the second series of *RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World* in 2024, describing the opportunity as a “long time coming”.

Since stepping back from competitive diving, Daley has increasingly embraced new creative projects and public appearances, while continuing to be a prominent LGBTQ+ figure.

Away from the spotlight, he lives with his husband, Oscar-winning screenwriter **Dustin Lance Black**, and their two children. The couple married in 2017 and welcomed their first child the following year.

Speaking previously about life after elite sport, Daley said becoming a father changed his outlook. “I used to define myself by diving,” he said. “If I dived well it reflected on me as a person. Now I’m first and foremost a father and husband.”