Tag: JJ Godbey

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Status of missing Canton drag artist JJ Godbey now a homicide investigation with suspect in custody

July 8, 2025 by

Last week, we reported on the disappearance of a 26 year old trans drag artist from Canton, Ohio. Sadly, police have now determined this is a homicide investigation. Canton police announced late Thursday that the disappearance of JJ Godbey is now a homicide investigation. They’ve charged Daniel Mattay, Ryan’s former boyfriend, with four felonies: murder, […]

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26 Year Old Drag Artist Missing from Canton, Ohio

July 1, 2025 by

Ryan “JJ” Godbey was seen on June 19, 2025 departing a local LGBTQ club, Darlin’s Crew. They were a regular performer. Note – I am unsure how JJ identifies so I am using gender neutral pronouns. JJ’s family grew worried the next day when they didn’t show up for a performance at a local queer […]