Sculptor accuses drag queen Yudipota of returning works covered in cat poop, piss

Sculptor Herminio Tan has publicly called out drag queen Yudipota for allegedly returning his borrowed artworks covered in cat poop and piss—and allegedly failing to communicate with him “decently.”

In a series of Instagram Stories on Nov. 12, Tan initially posted a cryptic message lamenting the lack of respect for his work and time.

“And what did I gain? ‘Exposure’? Really? No respect for my work, nor for my time I should’ve worked with more deserving drag queens instead,” he wrote.

He also had some pointed words for the unnamed recipient: “Want friendships in the creative industry? Learn to be professional. Walk the talk or f*ck off.”

Tan later reposted an Oct. 31 Reel showing Yudipota wearing one of his creations at Shake, Rattle & Ball 2026, this time with a more direct accusation.

“imagine sinauli ni [Yudipota] lahat ng artwork ko na hiniram nya, everything covered in cat poop and piss,” he wrote, tagging the drag queen. “and we won’t even communicate decently.”

He also shared a photo of what appeared to be a stained bone headpiece.

Hours later, Tan reposted Yudipota’s Shake, Rattle & Ball clip, adding the caption “gulat me.”

In the comments section, he shared another photo of the stained headpiece, this time alongside a direct message that read, “sir ito pong maskara na buto merong tae.”

The allegations drew shocked and disgusted reactions from commenters, with some urging Tan to demand payment from Yudipota.

Designer Jairus Sumineg commented, “Filed under: Balahura,” to which Tan replied, “uo amp buti na lang di tayo natuloy with him!”

One commenter also tagged Yudipota in Tan’s Facebook post. She has yet to publicly respond to the allegations.

Tan began his professional art career in 2013, gaining attention in fashion and photography circles for his avant-garde wearable creations made from ethically sourced farm animal bones, skulls, and resin.

He has since expanded his materials to include porcelain, Japanese clay, air-dry clay, wood, brass, and crystals.

His custom creations have been worn by celebrities including Vice Ganda and Nadine Lustre. He has also worked with international couture designer Dicky Ishak.

Yudipota, meanwhile, is an alumna of Drag Race Philippines, known for her theatrical, shock-factor aesthetic. She placed 10th in Season 3 after voluntarily leaving the competition in Episode 4.