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Acid Betty is an American drag performer from Brooklyn, New York. She is one of 12 contestants to compete on the eighth season of RuPaul's Drag Race.

Acid would later return to compete on the tenth season of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars.

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What inspired Acid Betty's unique drag style? toggle section
Acid Betty's drag style draws from diverse influences, such as a Beyoncé/Michael Jackson inspired outfit and unique fan contributions like a gypsy coat. Her drag career started after seeing Alaska Thunderfuck at Copenhagen Pride. Known for bold and theatrical elements, Acid Betty made a memorable entrance on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 8 using a smoke can.
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Acid Betty stands out in RuPaul's Drag Race history for her dramatic presence and strategic gameplay. Known for stirring drama, she often engaged in conflicts, notably with Chi Chi DeVayne. Despite not winning challenges, she performed well in early Season 8 episodes. Acid Betty is also remembered for her compassion, canceling shows to support Cynthia Lee Fontaine during her cancer diagnosis. Her name, inspired by 1950s pin-up model Bettie Page, adds to her distinct identity.
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Acid Betty encountered multiple challenges on RuPaul's Drag Race. She was often involved in conflicts, notably with Chi Chi DeVayne, and her strategic suggestions in the 'New Wave Queens' episode seemed to target Team Dragometry. Initially successful in the first three challenges, she faced difficulties during the Snatch Game. Despite her stern reputation, she showed loyalty by canceling shows to support Cynthia Lee Fontaine during her illness.
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Acid Betty's visual artistry defined her drag persona with a bold and avant-garde style. On "RuPaul's Drag Race," her entrance with a smoke can echoed Broadway's "Hairspray," highlighting her theatrical flair. Her artistry often stirred drama, such as in the "New Wave Queens" episode where she influenced team decisions. Despite a stern reputation, she showed loyalty by canceling shows to support Cynthia Lee Fontaine during her cancer diagnosis.
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About[]

RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 10[]

“Let the acid trip begin! Season 8’s unapologetic iconoclast Acid Betty returns to the competition to kick ass and take names. She’s a gifted visual artist whose punk rock vibes and unfiltered attitude stood out in the workroom and on the Mainstage, making her a hardcore contender for the crown.”[3]

Drag Name Origin[]

Her drag name simply began as "Acid", and "Betty" came from her love of 1950s pin-up model, Bettie Page.

Track Records[]

Statistics USA Season 8 USA All Stars
Season 10
Ranking: 8th Place 11th-18th Place
Maxi Challenges Won: 0 0
Mini Challenges Won: 0 0
Times as Team Captain: 0 0
Times in Bottom: 1 (Ep. 5) 0
Episode Eliminated: Episode 5 Episode 9

On The Show[]

Acid Betty is often involved in many conflicts and arguments, as shown in the episode Bitch Perfect where she continually argues with Chi Chi DeVayne, which Thorgy Thor frequently points out.

Betty is often seen stirring drama throughout her run on the show, for example in the episode New Wave Queens, when Team Dragometry (Chi Chi DeVayne, Derrick Barry and Naysha Lopez) are conflicted in their decisions for their group, Acid suggests ideas which are a clear attempt to put them in the bottom.

She came high in the first three challenges of the season and safe in the fourth episode, however, during Snatch Game, her impersonation of Nancy Grace fell flat and she had to lip sync for her life. She lost out to Naomi Smalls and was therefore eliminated in eighth place.

Entrance Quote[]

Season 8[]

"No need to adjust your TV sets. This acid trip is all real!"

Memorable Quotes[]

RuPaul's Drag Race Season 8[]

  • "Bob is a comedian, which means she tells 300 jokes and four of them are funny."
  • "This is a mess I can't wait to see."
  • "O M baby Jesus!"
  • "Her Makeup looks terrible" (reffering to Trixie Mattel)
  • Yeah! Fuck you Thorgy!"
  • "When that bus comes on by, I'm gonna throw her first." (referring to Chi Chi DeVayne)
  • "I do freaky drag. The drag scene should not be homogenized, and not everyone should look the same."
  • "Acid Betty, out!" (Upon elimination)
  • "Bitch that's it, that's the tea."

RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 10[]

  • "No need to adjust your streaming device, 'cause I'm not dead. I am back, back, back. It's Acid Betty, bitches!"
  • "I was already fucking stunning nine years ago. And I just had to recognize that. So this time, I'm like, here I am. Deal with it."
  • "I want to work with Acid Betty? I have never heard this before. I mean, I feel elated. It's almost like I have a little power. Like, I get to decide?"
  • "♪ Move on over sugar, it's my turn to drive. Get on in and scooch on close. You can call me Marge, that's Large Marge, for you no charge. Acka back or toe. Lubed up and ready to glide, I'm your rental dirty slip 'n' slide. Hogtie you up and flip you upside down. Kick off my boots and throw you all around. Yeehaw! ♪" (Verse in Trailer Hitch)
  • "Do you know how to-- SIT!" (in The Golden Bitchelor)
  • "I came here with one of my sisters, and she deserves a chance to fight. She beat cancer. She makes everyone happy. My vote is for Cucu, Cynthia Lee Fontaine. I want her to win this motherfucker."
  • "Bitches better look out 'cause I'm gonna be designing for Cynthia in the next round."

Farewell Message[]

RuPaul's Drag Race Season 8[]

"Ladies, you have been touched by fierceness! Now werq it out! - Bob, ♥ you! See jew in new york. - Thorgy you are amazeballz! - AcidBetty.com 💋"

Trivia[]

  • At 37 (at the time), she was season eight's oldest queen.
  • In her "Meet the Queens" video, Betty said she would choose to be best friends with Season 3 winner, Raja because she is a "bitch".
  • She cites Leigh Bowery as one of her influences.
  • Betty was given what many fans call "the bitch edit" during her run on the show.
  • In her entrance Betty is using a can of smoke as a spray can, as used in Hairspray on Broadway.
  • Acid Betty met Bob The Drag Queen before season 8. It was at a New York City party in 2011. Thorgy also knew her before the season.
  • At the reunion, Betty had a small fight with fellow drag queen Trixie Mattel who said "In Untucked, did you or did you not come for me? I will take my answer after the show in the parking lot". However, it can be speculated this fight was staged due to the similarities between previous fights on the show as well as the wink given after the scene.
  • She appeared as a guest model on season 5 of Project Runway, in the same episode when RuPaul judged with his infamous messy look.
  • He had an alter-ego in 2005 when he was starting drag called "Bitter Betty" (not to be confused with Bitter Betty, a contestant on the fourth season of The Boulet Brothers' Dragula).[4]
  • Acid Betty is Jewish.
  • Cynthia Lee Fontaine mistook Acid Betty's name as 'Acid Berry' for two episodes.
  • A complex character; Betty is initially known for being stern, cold, and steely, but has proven to be a loving and loyal sister to her fellow queens. When fellow Season 8 queen Cynthia was diagnosed with cancer, Betty cancelled a string of upcoming shows to travel to Texas to look after her.
  • She confirmed on Petty Betty: (107) Utica Queen Gets Petty, the podcast she shares with fellow All Stars 10 contestant Daya Betty, that she does all the visual effects seen at the Werq The World Tour and the RuPaul's Drag Race Live! Vegas show.

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