Victoria Aragüés Gadea, better known as Sticky Vicky, has passed away at the age of 80. She was a Spanish exotic dancer and entertainer who was famous for her X-rated magic shows in the Spanish resort town of Benidorm.
Gadea was born in Valencia, Spain, in 1943. She began her career as a dancer in the 1960s, and she quickly became known for her flamboyant and provocative style. In the 1970s, she moved to Benidorm, where she opened her own nightclub.
Gadea’s nightclub was a popular destination for British tourists, and she soon became one of Benidorm’s most famous attractions. Her shows were known for their risqué humor and racy stunts. She would often perform tricks with ping pong balls, and she was also known for her ability to make objects disappear and reappear.
Gadea’s shows were controversial, but they were also very popular. She was interviewed by many British newspapers and television shows, and she was even featured in a documentary about Benidorm.
Gadea retired from performing in the mid-2000s. She spent her remaining years living in Benidorm.
A close friend of Gadea said that she was a “true icon” of Benidorm. “She was a very funny and outgoing person,” the friend said. “She always had a smile on her face, and she always knew how to make people laugh.”
Gadea is survived by her two children and four grandchildren.
Tributes have been pouring in for Gadea from all over the world. Many people have taken to social media to share their memories of her.
“Sticky Vicky was a legend,” one person wrote on Twitter. “She was a one-of-a-kind performer who brought joy to millions of people.”
Another person wrote: “I will never forget the time I saw Sticky Vicky perform. She was truly unforgettable.”
Gadea was a unique and unforgettable character who will be dearly missed. She was a true pioneer of the X-rated magic genre, and her shows were a source of entertainment for many people.