Varla Jean Merman
ActingAbout Varla Jean Merman
Varla Jean Merman is the drag persona of American drag performer, actor and singer Jeffery Roberson. Varla's fictitious pedigree boasts that Ernest Borgnine is her father and Ethel Merman is her mother. Along with her co-stars, Roberson shared the 'Best Actor Grand Jury Award' at Outfest 2003 and 'Best Actress' honors at both the 2003 U.S. Comedy Arts Festival and the 2003 Aspen HBO Film Festival for his role as Varla/Marla in the film 'Girls Will Be Girls'.
Varla Jean Merman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Varla Jean Merman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Varla Jean Merman's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 8% of Varla Jean Merman's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Hush Up Sweet Charlotte, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Varla Jean Merman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Varla Jean Merman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Varla Jean Merman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Lady Champagne | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Bear Week Diaries | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Big Easy Queens | Irlene / Amos | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Special | Nanog (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Elegies for Angels, Punks and Raging Queens | Roscoe | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Wig | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Hush Up Sweet Charlotte | Melanie, Stan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | BearCity 2: The Proposal | Varla Jean Merman | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Dragtastic | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Girls Will Be Girls | Varla / Marla | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Franchesca Page | Rita Page | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Dragtime | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Varla Jean Merman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Varla Jean Merman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Varla Jean Merman is "Hush Up Sweet Charlotte" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Varla Jean Merman acted in?
Varla Jean Merman has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Varla Jean Merman?
Other notable films include "Girls Will Be Girls", "BearCity 2: The Proposal", and "Wig".