La Grande Dame Biography: Age, Instagram, Height, Nationality, Wikipedia, Net Worth, Movies

Yannick Martin Androf, professionally known as La Grande Dame, is a French drag queen, model, and actor who began performing in drag in 2018.

Rising swiftly in the fashion and entertainment scenes, they have modeled for major designers including Jean Paul Gaultier, Victor Weinsanto, and Kevin Germanier, notably appearing at Paris Fashion Week.

On screen, La Grande Dame featured in Emily in Paris (2021), was a runner-up on Drag Race France Season 1 (2022), and reached the finals of RuPaul’s Drag Race: UK vs. the World (2024). They are also pursuing a music career, with an album set for release in spring 2024.

Profile

• Full Name: Yannick Martin Androf
• Stage Name: La Grande Dame
• Born: 19 March 1999
• Age: 26 years old
• Birthplace: Nice, France
• Nationality: French
• Occupation: French drag queen, model, and actor
• Height: 1.97 m
• Parent: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: Unknown

Early Life And Education

Yannick Martin Androf was born on March 19, 1999, in Nice, France. While the names of her parents and potential siblings have not been publicly disclosed, it is known that she left home at the age of 14 and entered the foster care system at 16, indicating a non-traditional upbringing.

There is no available information regarding her formal education or the institutions she may have attended. She is of French ethnicity, though her religious affiliation remains undisclosed.

Career

Androf began performing drag in 2018 and quickly gained recognition for their distinctive fusion of high fashion and drag artistry. This unique style helped La Grande Dame emerge as a standout figure in both the fashion and entertainment industries.

Their breakthrough came in 2020 when they walked in Jean Paul Gaultier’s farewell show at the Théâtre du Châtelet, marking the start of a flourishing modeling career. Since then, they have collaborated with renowned designers such as Victor Weinsanto, Kevin Germanier, Charles de Vilmorin, and Alexandre Blanc, becoming a regular fixture at Paris Fashion Week. Their commanding height of 6’6″ and striking presence have solidified their status as a fashion icon.

La Grande Dame gained further prominence through television, notably as the runner-up on the first season of Drag Race France in 2022 and as a finalist on RuPaul’s Drag Race: UK vs. the World in 2024. They also appeared in the hit Netflix series Emily in Paris (2021) and featured in shows such as Touch-Ups with Raven and Bring Back My Girls (2024), further showcasing their charisma and screen appeal.

Beyond television and fashion, La Grande Dame has expanded into film and music. They starred in the short film Paloma and the feature Three Nights a Week (both 2022), playing roles that emphasized their dynamic drag persona. Their presence also extends to music videos, including the 2024 releases Dada and Parfum Orange.

Demonstrating artistic range, they are set to release a debut music album in spring 2024, with the album cover photographed by designer Kevin Germanier.

Social Media

Instagram handle: @lagrande_dame

Personal Life

La Grande Dame has not publicly disclosed any information regarding her current relationship status, boyfriend, or spouse, and details about her romantic life remain private.

Filmography

Cinema:

• Paloma (2022, short film)
• Three Nights a Week (Trois nuits par semaine) (2022)

Television:

• Emily in Paris (2021)
• Drag Race France (2022)
• RuPaul’s Drag Race: UK vs. the World (2024)
• Touch-Ups with Raven (2024)
• Bring Back My Girls (2024)

Music Videos:

• La Grande Dame: Dada (2024)
• Parfum Orange (2024)

Net Worth

Martin Yannick’s exact net worth is unknown, but she has earned income through her work as a drag performer, model, actor, and through appearances on major shows, fashion campaigns, and music projects.