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Cross-Dressing, J Pop and Death Metal: A Day In The Life Of Aussie Wrestler Ladybeard

Ladybeard is a cross-dressing J Pop and death metal performer who has become famous in Japan for his weird and wonderful approach to cabaret. VICE Sports spent time with him to discover what he gets up to when he's not being awesome.

In this episode of Off Day, sponsored by LYNX, we meet Ladybeard – a cross-dressing Aussie wrestler who spends his time outside the ring performing J Pop-infused death metal at intimate venues across Asia. Filmed over three days in Tokyo, Osaka and Yokohama, VICE Sports gained a fascinating insight into the cult following he has amassed, and discovered just how seriously he takes his wrestling and semi-professional pop career.

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