Kensington resident, Sapphira Cristál, is wowing audiences around the world and breaking barriers for queer communities of color.
"It feels like there's a lot of weight on my shoulders," said Cristál. "I'm representing a great, vast community."
With each challenge, Cristál brings a unique bit of Philadelphia on the stage.
Action News Anchor Christie Ileto has more on the crown jewel of Philly in the video above.