RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under: Local version of hit reality TV series missteps when it comes to race and representation
3 years, 9 months ago

RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under: Local version of hit reality TV series missteps when it comes to race and representation

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It only took 13 US seasons, five All Star seasons, two British and Thai seasons – as well Dutch and Canadian versions – but halleloo, we finally got our own Antipodean season of Drag Race. Jared Richards – who recaps Drag Race for Junkee – says, "I went into it optimistic, but expected it to be a bit messy – just by nature of how quickly they created it." "Which is a fast turnaround for Drag Race – and for most reality shows," Richards says. "It's a shame Drag Race Down Under isn't representing Australia's diversity," Bankstown says. "I hate when any of the queens are trolled or sent hate-mail about things they've done on the show – especially when it's mostly producer-led," Richards says.

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‘RuPaul’s Drag Race UK’ Winner The Vivienne Dead At 32
2 months, 3 weeks ago

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race UK’ Winner The Vivienne Dead At 32

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING James Lee Williams, the inaugural “RuPaul’s Drag Race UK” winner and known globally by their stage name The Vivienne, has died. John Lamparski via Getty Images A native of Colwyn Bay, Wales, Williams rose to prominence in 2015 when they were appointed the U.K. ambassador for “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” which was then in its seventh season. In …

Drag Race Down Under stars reveal why 2024 season was the best yet
3 months, 1 week ago

Drag Race Down Under stars reveal why 2024 season was the best yet

Daily Mail  

It's rare for a TV show to lose its biggest star and then make its best series yet - but that's exactly what happened when RuPaul stepped away from Drag Race Down Under in 2024. Lazy Susan has been crowned the next Drag Race Down Under winner, taking home $50,000 in prize money after an intimate viewing party on Sydney's …

Drag Race Down Under used to be the punchline of the franchise. Here's how season four changed that
3 months, 1 week ago

Drag Race Down Under used to be the punchline of the franchise. Here's how season four changed that

ABC  

It's unusual for a TV show to lose its biggest star and get better, but separating RuPaul from Drag Race Down Under has coincided with the series' best season yet. What Drag Race says about race Down Under Photo shows White drag queen Scarlet Adams enters the workroom in RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under The much-criticised premiere local season of …

RuPaul calls out anti-drag conservatives 'trying to scare you' in Emmys speech
1 year, 2 months ago

RuPaul calls out anti-drag conservatives 'trying to scare you' in Emmys speech

Raw Story  

RuPaul, who hosts MTV's “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” took the opportunity to salute drag queen storytime readers after winning another Emmy for his show. "If a drag queen wants to read you a story at a library, listen to her," he said. Hostility has infiltrated libraries around the country during Drag Queen Story Hour, which is when books are read aloud …

‘We will not be squashed’: L.A.’s queer community speaks out against Tennessee drag ban
2 years ago

‘We will not be squashed’: L.A.’s queer community speaks out against Tennessee drag ban

LA Times  

“I will not stop performing if I have to perform in a dumpster in a back alley,” BenDeLaCreme says in a tone full of optimistic, comedic edge. Before becoming “RuPaul’s Drag Race” royalty, headlining sold-out shows and having her own Hulu special, drag queen BenDeLaCreme, also known as “DeLa,” was a small-town queer kid struggling with depression and suicidal ideation. …

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ cast push back against hate, threats
2 years, 2 months ago

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ cast push back against hate, threats

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — As the cast of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” celebrated the new season, they credited the show’s creator with popularizing drag and expressed concern about the protests and threats to the performance style at the heart of the long-running series. “RuPaul really brought drag into the mainstream, truly made people aware that it’s an art form more than anything” …

'Drag Race': How RuPaul made 'Snatch Game' its toughest test
3 years ago

'Drag Race': How RuPaul made 'Snatch Game' its toughest test

LA Times  

When it comes to “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” there is no challenge more legendary — or more daunting — than “The Snatch Game.” A staple of the Emmy-winning reality TV competition, now in its 14th season, this “Match Game” riff allows the likes of Beyoncé and Liza Minnelli to share the stage with figures like Melania Trump and Marlene Dietrich as …

The queens of Drag Race UK Versus The World sharpen their swords
3 years, 1 month ago

The queens of Drag Race UK Versus The World sharpen their swords

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. It means you’re ugly.” This high-brow exchange of cultural ideas perfectly sets the tone for …

‘It’s the Olympics of drag, innit’: The new Drag Race UK queens on turning looks and making history in a pandemic
3 years, 6 months ago

‘It’s the Olympics of drag, innit’: The new Drag Race UK queens on turning looks and making history in a pandemic

The Independent  

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RuPaul is now the most-awarded Black artist in Emmys herstory
3 years, 6 months ago

RuPaul is now the most-awarded Black artist in Emmys herstory

LA Times  

RuPaul is the host and executive producer of the long-running “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” “Condragulations” are in order for RuPaul, whose legacy now includes making Emmys herstory. VH1’s “RuPaul’s Drag Race” was named the top competition program at the 2021 Emmys on Sunday, which means executive producer and host RuPaul Charles is now the most-awarded Black artist in Emmys history with …

RuPaul's Drag Race UK series 3 FIRST LOOK: Meet the 12 queens set to battle for coveted title
3 years, 7 months ago

RuPaul's Drag Race UK series 3 FIRST LOOK: Meet the 12 queens set to battle for coveted title

Daily Mail  

The line-up for the long-awaited third series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK has been unveiled, ahead of the show's return next month. Drag Race will Coming soon: The line-up for the long-awaited third series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK has been unveiled, ahead of the show's return next month Leading this year's lineup is Victoria Scone, 27, from Cardiff, who …

Drag Race Down Under: BBC cuts Prince Andrew joke from UK broadcast of RuPaul spin-off series
3 years, 10 months ago

Drag Race Down Under: BBC cuts Prince Andrew joke from UK broadcast of RuPaul spin-off series

The Independent  

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Karl Stefanovic debuts his drag queen alter ego on the Today show
3 years, 11 months ago

Karl Stefanovic debuts his drag queen alter ego on the Today show

Daily Mail  

Karl Stefanovic has finally let his sassy feminine side fly. The 46-year-old proudly unveiled his drag queen alter ego 'Karlene' during Friday's episode of the Today show. Karl was overcome with inspiration in the segment, designed to promote Stan's highly-anticipated new series, RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under. Karl Stefanovic finally let his sassy feminine side fly on Friday, debuting his …

Drag Race UK has found its feet by representing actual British pop culture
4 years ago

Drag Race UK has found its feet by representing actual British pop culture

The Independent  

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Drag Race UK: Uncensored clip reveals A’Whora’s ‘vulgar’ joke bleeped from episode
4 years ago

Drag Race UK: Uncensored clip reveals A’Whora’s ‘vulgar’ joke bleeped from episode

The Independent  

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Kylie Minogue is VERY leggy in frilly white mini dress after RuPaul's Drag Race speculation
4 years, 1 month ago

Kylie Minogue is VERY leggy in frilly white mini dress after RuPaul's Drag Race speculation

Daily Mail  

She recently sparked speculation that she could be preparing for a judging role on RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under following her return to Australia. Style: Kylie Minogue looked sensational as she put on a very leggy display in a frilly white mini dress while posing for some mirror selfies on Tuesday Kylie radiated beauty as she posed up a storm …

Inside RuPaul's very private relationship with his Australian husband Georges LeBar
4 years, 2 months ago

Inside RuPaul's very private relationship with his Australian husband Georges LeBar

Daily Mail  

They've been married since 2017, but RuPaul and Georges LeBar are one of the most private couples in Hollywood. He first met the Australian rancher at a nightclub back in 1994, and quietly revealed they were married during a March 2017 interview with Hollywood Today Live. Chance encounter: He first met the Australian rancher at a nightclub back in 1994, …

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK fans ‘baffled’ by ‘absurd’ judging in series two opener
4 years, 2 months ago

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK fans ‘baffled’ by ‘absurd’ judging in series two opener

The Independent  

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RuPaul’s Drag Race UK: Meet the queens of series two
4 years, 2 months ago

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK: Meet the queens of series two

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The BBC Three competition series returns to our screens on Thursday 14 January, with 12 …

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK review: Still innocent and chaotic enough to parody its polished American cousin
4 years, 2 months ago

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK review: Still innocent and chaotic enough to parody its polished American cousin

The Independent  

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RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13 to feature first trans man contestant
4 years, 3 months ago

RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13 to feature first trans man contestant

The Independent  

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Drag Race UK season 2: RuPaul promises ‘better days’ as show’s return is announced for early 2021
4 years, 4 months ago

Drag Race UK season 2: RuPaul promises ‘better days’ as show’s return is announced for early 2021

The Independent  

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RuPaul’s Drag Race needs to slow down, or risk burnout for both its fans and contestants
4 years, 10 months ago

RuPaul’s Drag Race needs to slow down, or risk burnout for both its fans and contestants

The Independent  

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RuPaul’s Drag Race judge Michelle Visage gives first look at BBC Three lockdown series
4 years, 10 months ago

RuPaul’s Drag Race judge Michelle Visage gives first look at BBC Three lockdown series

The Independent  

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I’ve watched RuPaul’s Drag Race every day for three years. Am I ill?
5 years, 1 month ago

I’ve watched RuPaul’s Drag Race every day for three years. Am I ill?

Wired  

On a low-budget black stage, a legendary drag queen stands tall in her trademark pose: right hand on the hip, the left angled to the sky. I have watched almost everything he’s been in: from the aged yet iconic B-52 video clip for Love Shack from 1989, to the abysmal Netflix series AJ and the Queen, or his "comeback" interview …

A ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ special edition is coming to Showtime
5 years, 1 month ago

A ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ special edition is coming to Showtime

LA Times  

A special edition of “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” is coming to Showtime immediately after the Season 12 finale of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” wraps on VH1. 🌈🌟 pic.twitter.com/RKrCvFEqRt — RuPaul's Drag Race February 20, 2020 “‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ is a culture-defining show that fits perfectly within the contemporary programming Showtime offers in both scripted and unscripted,” said Jana …

BBC slammed for tweet that leads fans to believe RuPaul's Drag Race star died
5 years, 1 month ago

BBC slammed for tweet that leads fans to believe RuPaul's Drag Race star died

Daily Mail  

Social media users have slammed the BBC after a tweet left many people incorrectly believing a Ru Paul's Drag Race star had died. The official rupaul's drag race UK account shared a picture of contestant Sum Ting Wong, with the caption 'Last night on @BBCOne we said goodbye to the bloody brilliant @IsSumTingWong. The official Ru Paul's Drag Race UK …

'Drag Race' host RuPaul has 'done everything.' Except Netflix
5 years, 2 months ago

'Drag Race' host RuPaul has 'done everything.' Except Netflix

LA Times  

RuPaul, who is starring in the new Netflix series “AJ and the Queen,” photographed at the Waverly Inn in New York City. Though half a dozen networks originally passed on it, his VH1 reality competition, “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” has won 13 Emmys in 11 seasons on air and spawned multiple spinoffs. It laid the groundwork for RuPaul’s DragCon — a …

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK finalists star in glamorous photo shoot by fashion photographer Rankin
5 years, 4 months ago

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK finalists star in glamorous photo shoot by fashion photographer Rankin

The Independent  

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RuPaul's Drag Race UK is wrong to embrace the outdated stereotype of queer bitchiness
5 years, 5 months ago

RuPaul's Drag Race UK is wrong to embrace the outdated stereotype of queer bitchiness

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Andrew Garfield astounds RuPaul’s Drag Race fans with oversized ‘elephant’ jeans
5 years, 5 months ago

Andrew Garfield astounds RuPaul’s Drag Race fans with oversized ‘elephant’ jeans

The Independent  

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RuPaul's Drag Race UK review: A triumph that doesn’t f*** it up
5 years, 5 months ago

RuPaul's Drag Race UK review: A triumph that doesn’t f*** it up

The Independent  

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As the drummer of an alt-rock band, I was deep in the closet – until I found RuPaul’s Drag Race
5 years, 5 months ago

As the drummer of an alt-rock band, I was deep in the closet – until I found RuPaul’s Drag Race

The Independent  

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Is RuPaul’s Drag Race good for drag?
5 years, 5 months ago

Is RuPaul’s Drag Race good for drag?

BBC  

Is RuPaul’s Drag Race good for drag? More Back in 2009, TV show RuPaul’s Drag Race, in which iconic 1990s queen RuPaul searched for “America’s Next Drag Superstar”, began on the small, LGBTQ+-aimed cable channel Logo. “Some forms of drag have been rejuvenated and revived, new forms are coming on board, and there are developing whole new lines of performance …

RuPaul's white Drag Race crew proves it – you can't have diversity without inclusion
5 years, 6 months ago

RuPaul's white Drag Race crew proves it – you can't have diversity without inclusion

The Independent  

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RuPaul's Drag Race UK and Strictly star Michelle Visage 'doesn't believe in gendering'
5 years, 6 months ago

RuPaul's Drag Race UK and Strictly star Michelle Visage 'doesn't believe in gendering'

Daily Mail  

She's the woman of the moment - with a coveted spot on Strictly Come Dancing, as well as being one of the judges on rupaul's drag race, which has landed in the UK from across the pond. But Michelle Visage has tackled the issue of gender in an interview released by the BBC ahead of the Drag Race UK launch, …

RuPaul's Drag Race UK releases its first official trailer
5 years, 6 months ago

RuPaul's Drag Race UK releases its first official trailer

Daily Mail  

It's set to make its glamorous debut to television screens on the 3 October. Scroll down for video Hello, hello, hello: RuPaul's Drag Race UK has released its first official trailer ahead of its eagerly awaited first episode In the trailer, it starts with a fuming yet glamorous The Vivienne who asks which queen has stolen her facekini. The ten …

RuPaul's Drag Race UK: Michelle Visage joins Alan Carr and Graham Norton for London premiere
5 years, 6 months ago

RuPaul's Drag Race UK: Michelle Visage joins Alan Carr and Graham Norton for London premiere

Daily Mail  

She's been hard at work training for the new series of Strictly Come Dancing. Quirky: Gogglebox and I'm A Celebrity star Scarlett Moffatt also strutted her way down the pink carpet, sporting an oversized mustard satin kaftan with a single sleeve Dressed to impress: The reality star teamed the statement top with distressed blue jeans and green leopard print heels …

I’m a trans Afro-Latinx drag performer – but you won’t see people like me on RuPaul’s show
5 years, 7 months ago

I’m a trans Afro-Latinx drag performer – but you won’t see people like me on RuPaul’s show

The Independent  

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Nikki Blonsky dazzles as she performs song from Hairspray on stage during RuPaul's Drag Con
5 years, 10 months ago

Nikki Blonsky dazzles as she performs song from Hairspray on stage during RuPaul's Drag Con

Daily Mail  

Nikki Blonsky stole the show at RuPaul's Drag Con. Taking the stage: Nikki Blonsky, 30, belted out a song from Hairspray while at RuPaul's Drag Con in Los Angeles on Saturday Talented lady: Rocking skinny jeans and a black blazer, the star sang a version of Good Morning Baltimore from her movie, Hairspray Rocking skinny jeans and a black blazer, …

RuPaul’s Drag Race: How drag pageantry evolved throughout the 20th century
6 years, 1 month ago

RuPaul’s Drag Race: How drag pageantry evolved throughout the 20th century

The Independent  

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Why hasn’t ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ cast a Houston queen?
6 years, 10 months ago

Why hasn’t ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ cast a Houston queen?

Associated Press  

“RuPaul’s Drag Race” is a bona fide phenomenon. Violet S’Arbleu was crowned Miss Gay Texas America 2017, frequently sings live and has designed stunning looks for “RuPaul’s Drag Race” favorite Kim Chi. Still, a 2012 YouTube video titled “Violet’s Audition Tape for RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 5” has more than 54,000 views. And when you’re filming a reality competition and …

How RuPaul's Drag Race Fueled Pop Culture’s Dominant Slang Engine
7 years ago

How RuPaul's Drag Race Fueled Pop Culture’s Dominant Slang Engine

Wired  

In 2016, RuPaul Charles told Nightline that he didn’t think that his work would ever be truly mainstream. At the time, his competitive-reality show RuPaul's Drag Race was airing on LGBTQ-focused cable network Logo, and the world's most famous drag performer still didn't think people took his work—or his show—seriously. Less than a year later, RuPaul's Drag Race had moved …

RuPaul Is Reinforcing The Very Thing His Show Is Supposed To Rebel Against
7 years ago

RuPaul Is Reinforcing The Very Thing His Show Is Supposed To Rebel Against

Huff Post  

Andrew Kelly / Reuters Caught once again in a firestorm of controversy over transphobic remarks, it seems RuPaul and his reality TV empire continue to miss the point: Drag is not the performance, gender is. In a recent profile in The Guardian, RuPaul tells journalist Decca Aitkenhead that he would not allow trans women to compete in “RuPaul’s Drag Race” …

No, RuPaul, the drag queen world does not only belong to men – everyone can explore femininity
7 years ago

No, RuPaul, the drag queen world does not only belong to men – everyone can explore femininity

The Independent  

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'Flats Are For Quitters': RuPaul Talks Drag, 'All Stars' And Identity Politics
7 years, 2 months ago

'Flats Are For Quitters': RuPaul Talks Drag, 'All Stars' And Identity Politics

NPR  

'Flats Are For Quitters': RuPaul Talks Drag, 'All Stars' And Identity Politics Enlarge this image toggle caption Joseph Longo/AP Joseph Longo/AP Gay bars and living rooms across the country were stocked Thursday night with gaggles of expectant fans milling about, waiting for Mama Ru to come home. "It's always interesting to see what they've learned from their first experience and …

RuPaul wins big at 2017 Emmys
7 years, 6 months ago

RuPaul wins big at 2017 Emmys

Salon  

RuPaul's hit reality show "RuPaul’s Drag Race” won three Emmys last weekend. Ahead of the ninth season's premiere with special guest Lady Gaga, RuPaul sat down with Salon to discuss the deeper meaning of drag, beyond all of the fabulous fashion ensembles. That’s why it ruffles so many feathers, because a shape shifter — drag queen — is telling you …

Shante, He Stays: RuPaul Reflects On Decades Of Drag — And 2 Emmy Nominations
8 years, 7 months ago

Shante, He Stays: RuPaul Reflects On Decades Of Drag — And 2 Emmy Nominations

NPR  

Shante, He Stays: RuPaul Reflects On Decades Of Drag — And 2 Emmy Nominations Enlarge this image toggle caption Logo TV Logo TV America's most famous drag queen, RuPaul, is finally mainstream, with two Emmy nominations for his reality show, RuPaul's Drag Race. RuPaul has a saying — "You're born naked, and the rest is drag." Drag saves lives, RuPaul …

RuPaul gave me life: How "Drag Race" pulled me back from the depths of depression
9 years ago

RuPaul gave me life: How "Drag Race" pulled me back from the depths of depression

Salon  

"The time has come for you to lip-sync … for your life." The first time I heard RuPaul dramatically utter these words, a weekly contestant elimination standard on Logo's "RuPaul's Drag Race," was 2009. A weekly dose of wig-fluffing, sequined-sparkling pageantry that spotlights performers vying to become the Next Drag Superstar, "RuPaul's Drag Race" returned for its eighth season this …

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