[12/13/22 - 08:02 AM] Emmy Award-Winning "RuPaul's Drag Race" Ruveals the New Queens of Season 15 Premiering with Back-to-Back Episodes on Friday, January 6 at 8PM ET/PT on MTV "RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked," the Emmy award-winning aftershow, will premiere immediately following on MTV.
[via press release from MTV Entertainment Studios]
Emmy(R) Award-Winning "RuPaul's Drag Race" Ruveals the New Queens of Season 15 Premiering with Back-to-Back Episodes on Friday, January 6 at 8PM ET/PT on MTV
America's Next Drag Superstar' to receive cash prize of $200,000 - highest in herstory of the main franchise
(New York, NY - December 13, 2022) - MTV today ru-vealed the cast for the 15th season of the Emmy(R) award-winning global phenomenon, "RuPaul's Drag Race," returning Friday, January 6 at 8PM ET/PT with a two-part premiere on its new home. The new season ushers in 16 dazzling new queens to compete for the title of "America's Next Drag Superstar" and a cash prize of $200,000 for the winner - the highest amount in the herstory of the main franchise. Additionally, the upcoming season will feature the landmark 200th episode.
"RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked," the Emmy(R) award-winning aftershow, will premiere immediately following on MTV. "Untucked" gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the backstage drama as the queens await their fate and see who will need to lip-sync for their life to avoid the week's elimination.
On Tuesday, December 13 at 11AM ET, fans will be able to "Meet the Queens" more in-depth on the "RuPaul's Drag Race" YouTube channel with a livestream featuring an extended runway hosted by Season 14 Winner Willow Pill, individual interviews with each new queen, and the official image spot! Sashay over to the Drag Race YouTube channel to watch the livestream HERE.
To stay up-to-date on all things #DragRace Season 15, follow along on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok at @rupaulsdragrace!
The 16 queens include:
Amethyst | IG: @theamethystera, TikTok: @thatssoamethyst | West Hartford, CT
A mix of pop princess and meme queen, Amethyst is here to make it crystal clear: She's pretty, witty and... she came to slay. Her kooky comedy has scored her millions of views on TikTok, and now she wants to show the world why she's the jewel in the crown of the Connecticut drag scene!
Anetra | IG: @Iamanetra, TW: @iamanetra | Las Vegas, Nevada
Straight outta Sin City, Anetra is a self-described stunt queen who can deliver splits, dips and all the tricks to slay the stage. She may seem low-key at times, but still waters run deep. Plus, with serious taekwondo skills, she's ready to take all the other queens out, one by one. Chop 'til ya drop!
It's time to get caught up in the electrifying aura of Aura Mayari! This high-kicking, high-energy Filipina goddess is known for slaying the stages in Nashville. And watch out - because she brings a little sexy swagger to her drag.
Attention, Earthlings: The Alien Queen has landed! Outspoken and out of this world, Irene Dubois combines Texan glam with Seattle wit and grit! Plus, she's Bosco's drag sister, so expect eclectic, extravagant drag, with a touch of high drama!
Jax | IG: @getjaxed, TW: @thatbitchjax, TikTok: @getjaxed |Queens, NY
Get ready for flips and twirls galore, because Jax is here to get things jumpin'! The self-described Simone Biles of drag grew up doing gymnastics and competitive cheer, and now she's ready to go for the gold in the Olympics of drag! Originally from Connecticut, her style is a mix of banjee meets haute hip-hop honey. BAM!
Construction worker by day, singing-and-dancing drag diva by night... Loosey LaDuca is ready to use all her tools to make it to the top! A perfectionist, powerhouse performer with killer curves and 12 years in the Connecticut drag scene, Loosey's the ultimate mix of showgirl sass and campy charisma. She's a queen who has it all... Now, she just needs a crown.
Luxx Noir London | IG: @luxxnoirlondon, TW: @luxxnoirlondon, TikTok: @luxxnoirlondon |
East Orange, NJ
Who ordered the diva-licious dazzler? Luxx Noir London is an effervescent ingénue whose stunning style is matched only by her no-holds-barred attitude. She's always ready to tell it like it "t-i-s!" And while Luxx may be this season's youngest queen, she's got the confidence to take her all the way. Just ask her!
Believe it or not, the sensational and motivational Malaysia Babydoll Foxx is the first-ever Miami queen to grace the Drag Race mainstage! A professional makeup artist and hair stylist to the stars, this opinionated foxy mama is bringing veteran skills and thrills to the competition, and she is not afraid to show these younger queens what real drag is!
Marcia Marcia Marcia |IG: @marciax3nyc, TW: @marciax3nyc, TikTok: @marciax3nyc | New York, NY
OMG, she's the most popular girl in school - and mom's favorite! It's Marcia Marcia Marcia! This NYC ingénue sings, dances, and brings Broadway chops to the mainstage. And she's got much more than a hunch - she's ready to go all the way!
Houston we do not have a problem! Hailing from the great state of Texas, Mistress Isabelle Brooks is the epitome of classic Southern drag! She calls herself "Houston's Heavyweight Champ" and trust, she came to pack a punch. Gutsy, glamorous, and full of attitude, our Miss Brooks was raised in the spangled world of Texas drag, and now she's ready to rule the school.
Princess Poppy | IG: @poppyprincesspoppy, TikTok: @poppyprincesspoppy I San Francisco, CA
Straight out of a fairy tale -- by way of San Francisco -- Princess Poppy brings both beauty and an eccentric edge to the competition. She sings, raps, acts, and dances... All served up with a twisted sense of humor. She's already been a TikTok sensation, but now this powerful young Princess wants a new crown.
Make way for Connecticut's grand diva, the Robin Fierce! A mix of Beyonce sass and Diahann Carroll class, this proudly bougie beauty is ready to shine her light for the world! She may sometimes have a chill vibe, but when she hits the stage, expect kicks and cartwheels for days!
Salina EsTitties | IG: @estitties, TW: @SalinaEstitties, TikTok: @estitties | Los Angeles, CA
¡Hola! Salina EsTitties is a brassy, sassy Latinx diva repping L.A, baby! A fiery self-described combo of chola street style and campy comedy, Salina is a take-no-prisoners performer. From the bar scene to TV, film and commercial work, this saucy sister stays booked and busy! She's got a mouth, big drag, and big plans to win.
Sasha Colby | IG: @sashacolby, TW: @sashacolby, TikTok: @sashacolby | Los Angeles, CA
The iconic queen of the House of Colby has arrived! Known worldwide for her memorable reign as Miss Continental, and as Kerri Colby's drag mother, Sasha is a queen to be reckoned with. This Hawaiian-born goddess has been slaying drag stages for 20 years, so she's got to live up to her legendary reputation. Serving body, beauty and bodacious all-around talent, Sasha is fierce. Officially.
Sugar | IG:@sugarsworld, TW: @sugarsworld_, TikTok: @sugarandspice | Los Angeles, CA
Hope you've got a sweet tooth, because social media superstar Sugar has arrived! She and her TikTok twin sister, Spice, may have come as a package deal, but when it comes to snatching the Drag Race crown, Sugar's ready to taste victory all on her own. But how can you tell these twins apart? "It's easy," says Sugar. "I'm the prettier one."
Spice | IG: @callmespice, TW: @callmespice_, TikTok: @sugarandspice | Los Angeles, CA
Making herstory as one-half of Drag Race's first-ever identical twin contestants, Spice has arrived with her TikTok superstar sister, Sugar! These living dolls may be new to performing, but they're ready to double the fun and the drama this season. Take note: Spice is the edgier diva of the duo, and she's ready to prove that she's got plenty of flavor to stand on her own!
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World of Wonder (WOW) has reshaped international pop culture, earning 29 Emmys, inspiring Oscar-winning performances, creating global network WOW Presents Plus across 190 territories and bringing drag culture to the world stage via RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE and DragCon.
WOW's pioneering television portfolio includes other smash-hit franchises like "Million Dollar Listing." Their film division, WOW Docs, produces groundbreaking documentaries including "Mapplethorpe: Look at the Pictures," "Party Monster" and "The Eyes of Tammy Faye." WOW also operates YouTube channel WOWPresents, music label World of Wonder Records, the WOW Podcast Network, and year-round international live events.
Co-founders Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato have been profiled in Variety's Reality TV Impact Report. Honors for their trailblazing work include the IDA Pioneer Award, Realscreen's Global 100 list, and the OUT 100. Most recently, World of Wonder was ranked #2 among film and TV powerhouses in Fast Company's World's 50 Most Innovative Companies.
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