Nana, pictured with Bianca Del Rio, has died
Tributes are being paid to Nana, a legend of the Manchester drag scene, who has passed away.
Colin Timmins, a stalwart of Canal Street and staple of the British cabaret circuit, died in hospital this week.
He was 61.
Many knew him as his alter ego, Madame Phylisann Von Hollywood Aries. Or, as many affectionately called him, Nana.
Having performed as recently as 12 February, he was taken ill.
After spending over a week there, he died. 
On his Facebook, he described himself as an ‘entertainer, part-time lush, living life and loving it.’
Tributes paid to Nana, staple of Manchester drag scene
Tributes have been paid to the fabulous performer. As Nana he entertained all over the city, but most recently in Bar Pop.
‘RIP Nana,’ one said. ‘Canal Street has lost an absolute legend.’
Keith Edwards wrote: ‘Greatest showman on and off stage.
‘I’m so pleased I met you over 12 years ago in Manchester. Never forget it. Since then we’ve become family. You rest my love.’
Stephen Clarkson said: ‘Can’t believe you’re not here anymore! I’ve never laughed so hard in my 12 years in drinking in the village! You were amazing and you’re going to be missed by everyone!
‘Sleep tight nanna x’
Kit Lee Cartell said: ‘Devastating news.. gone but will never be forgotten… shine bright.’
Another tribute said: ‘Rest well Nana. No-one will ever be as tragic as you. Screaming insults from the DJ box in Thompsons all them years back when. Ill always have upmost respect for you. Much love and happiness in whatever fabulous world follows.’
