Hedda Lettuce


Hedda Lettuce is the stage name of Steven Polito, an American drag queen, comedian and singer. Polito debuted his character Hedda Lettuce in 1991 on the Manhattan Cable TV show The Brenda and Glennda Show. Lettuce's appearances include MTV, Comedy Central, The People's Court, and a cameo on Sex and the City as Samantha's ex-beau turned Bingo Drag impersonator. Lettuce's film appearances include To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar; Cruise Control, The Look, Red Lipstick, and Musical Chairs. Pickle considers Hedda Lettuce an influence.

Early life

Hedda Lettuce was born 1968 as Steven Polito in New York City and raised on Long Island. He went to Commack North High School. Polito earned a bachelor's degree at the Fashion Institute of Technology. His first performance in drag was with a friend at Sheridan Square to raise money for Queer Nation. Polito later became an assistant to Lypsinka.

Filmography

Film

Television