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RuPaul's Drag Race is an American reality competition series produced by World of Wonder for Logo TV and later VH1 and Now MTV. It is also the subject of this wiki. Drag superstar RuPaul is the host, mentor, main judge and inspiration for this series, which details RuPaul's search for "America's Next Drag Superstar"

The show was greenlit in May 2008 and premiered on February 2, 2009, on Logo in the US. The show has been aired on Australia, Brazil, Canada, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latin America, Spain, Sweden, the Philippines, and the UK; the streaming service Netflix has from Season 11 to Season 13 available on their online contents in many countries.

There have been fifteen seasons to date, eight All Stars seasons, and also nineteen seasons of Untucked (14 for the regular seasons and 5 for All Stars). There have also been 15 International Spinoffs in Europe, North America, South America, Asia, and Australia.

The show was marked as the most-watched series on Logo in its first season, and it became the most streamed series ever on LogoTV.com during its second.

The title of the show is a play on drag queen and racing, with the title sequence and theme song "Drag Race - Original Theme", both having a "drag racing" theme.

The ninth season of this show moved from the Logo TV Network to VH1, with Logo TV still airing the episodes, but the week after it will originally air on VH1.

RuPaul's Drag Race is available to stream on STAN in Australia, WOW Presents+ internationally, and on Netflix in the UK and Brazil.

In the thirtheenth season, the show aired simultaneously in six networks, those being VH1, LogoTV, The CW, MTV, MTV2 and PopTV.

Since the tenth season, RuPaul's Drag Race has won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Competition Program.

The fifteenth season of this show moved from VH1 to MTV.

To date, there have been 210 different contestants on the show, and two of whom are deceased.

Series Overview

Season No.
Contestants
No.
Episodes
Originally Aired
Premiere Finale
1 9 9 February 2, 2009 March 23, 2009
2 12 12 February 1, 2010 April 26, 2010
3 13 16 January 24, 2011 May 2, 2011
4 13 14 January 30, 2012 April 30, 2012
5 14 14 January 28, 2013 May 6, 2013
6 14 14 February 24, 2014 May 19, 2014
7 14 14 March 2, 2015 June 1, 2015
8 12 10 March 7, 2016 May 16, 2016
9 14 14 March 24, 2017 June 23, 2017
10 14 14 March 22, 2018 June 28, 2018
11 15 14 February 28, 2019 May 30, 2019
12 13 14 February 28, 2020 May 29, 2020
13 13 16 January 1, 2021 April 23, 2021
14 14 16 January 7, 2022 April 22, 2022
15 16 16 January 6, 2023 April 14, 2023
16 14 TBA January 5, 2024 TBA

Prizes

Season Prizes
1
2
  • $25,000
  • A lifetime supply of NYX Cosmetics and be the face of NYXCosmetics.com
  • Top billing in Logo TV's Drag Race Tour, sponsored by Absolut Vodka
  • Appearance in an advertising campaign for L.A. Eyeworks
  • A one-year contract with LGBT public relations firm Project Publicity
  • A crown from Fierce Drag Jewels
3
  • $75,000
  • A lifetime supply of Kryolan make-up
  • Top billing in Logo TV's Drag Race Tour, sponsored by Absolut Vodka
  • A crown from Fierce Drag Jewels
4
  • $100,000
  • A lifetime supply of NYX cosmetics
  • Top billing in Logo TV's Drag Race Tour, sponsored by Absolut Vodka
  • A holiday courtesy of ALandCHUCK.travel
  • A crown from Fierce Drag Jewels
5
  • $100,000
  • A collection of ColorEvolution cosmetics
  • Top billing in Logo TV's Drag Race Tour, sponsored by Absolut Vodka
  • A holiday courtesy of ALandCHUCK.travel
  • A crown from Fierce Drag Jewels
6
  • $100,000
  • A collection of ColorEvolution cosmetics
  • A crown and scepter from Fierce Drag Jewels
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

Season Prizes
1
  • $1,500
  • A three day, two night trip at the Paris Eiffel Tower Experience in Las Vegas
2
  • Tickets to see Cher live in concert
  • A three day, two night trip to Las Vegas with airfare
3
  • A trip for 2 to Grand Lucayan Resort in Grand Bahama Island
4
  • A round trip, first class flight with hotel accommodations anywhere in the US
5
  • A six night trip for 2 at any Hilton Hotel or Resort with airfare
6
  • $2,500 gift card from Overstock.com
7
  • $5,000
8
9
10 N/A[1]
11
  • $10,000
12
13
14
15

Judges

See: Judges/RuPaul's Drag Race

Judges


In addition to RuPaul, each season of Drag Race has featured two other regular judges. Additionally, almost every episode has guest judges who only appear in that episode.

Related Programs

See: Drag Race (Franchise)

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RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked

See: RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked
RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked, or simply Untucked, is a companion series that airs after the main series. The focus of the series is footage of the queens' conversations while backstage during the judges' deliberations. Sometimes there is also bonus footage from the workroom or runway.

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RuPaul's Drag U

See: RuPaul's Drag U
RuPaul's Drag U is a spin-off that ran from 2010 to 2012. In each episode, three women were paired with former Drag Race contestants, now known as "Drag Professors", who give them drag makeovers and help them to access their "inner divas".

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RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars

See: RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars
All Stars is the sister series to RuPaul's Drag Race and premiered on October 22, 2012. The series showcases past contestants from RuPaul's Drag Race, as they compete to become immortalized in the Drag Race Hall of Fame and a cash prize of $200,000 (initially $100.000).

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RuPaul's Drag Race Holi-Slay Spectacular

See: RuPaul's Drag Race Holi-Slay Spectacular
RuPaul's Drag Race Holi-Slay Spectacular was a spin-off episode that aired on December 7, 2018. Eight series-favorite queens will be competing for the title of "America's first Drag Race Xmas Queen". The cast members and the premiere date were revealed on November 1, 2018, on VH1's website.

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RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race

See: RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race

RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race is a spin-off series that premiered April 24, 2020. Renowned celebrities submit to the transformative art of drag by competing in essential Drag Race challenges to win the title of "America's Next Celeb Drag Superstar" and $100,00 for a charity of their choice.

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RuPaul's Drag Race Vegas Revue

See: RuPaul's Drag Race Vegas Revue
RuPaul's Drag Race Vegas Revue is a 6 episode spin-off series that premiered on August 21, 2020. Each installment will follow Asia O'Hara, Derrick Barry, Kameron Michaels, Naomi Smalls, Vanessa Vanjie Mateo and Yvie Oddly as they prepare to lead the "RuPaul's Drag Rave Live!" residency show.

International Versions

See: Drag Race (Franchise)

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The Switch Drag Race

See: The Switch Drag Race
The Switch Drag Race, or simply The Switch, is a Chilean reality drag competition show and the Chilean version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Karla Constant and premiered on October 8, 2015. It ended with its second and last season on July 15, 2018.

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Drag Race Thailand

See: Drag Race Thailand
Drag Race Thailand is the Thai version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Art Arya and Pangina Heals and premiered on February 15, 2018. Its second season ended on April 5, 2019.

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RuPaul's Drag Race UK

See: RuPaul's Drag Race UK
RuPaul's Drag Race UK is the British version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is the first foreign installment of the franchise to be hosted by RuPaul. It premiered on October 3, 2019. Its second season ended on March 18, 2021. Its third season ended on November 25, 2021. Its fourth season ended on November 24, 2022.

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Canada's Drag Race

See: Canada's Drag Race
Canada's Drag Race is the Canadian version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Brooke Lynn Hytes, Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman and Stacey McKenzie as rotating hosts. It premiered on July 2, 2020. In Season 2, Brooke became a solo host after Jeffrey and Stacey's departures from the show. Its second season ended on December 16, 2021. Its third season ended on September 8, 2022.

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Drag Race Holland

See: Drag Race Holland
Drag Race Holland is the Dutch version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Fred van Leer. It premiered on September 18, 2020. Its second season ended on September 24, 2021.

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RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under

See: RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under
RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under is the Australian & New Zealand version RuPaul's Drag Race. It is the second foreign installment of the franchise to be hosted by RuPaul. It premiered on May 1, 2021. Its second season ended on September 17, 2022.

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Drag Race España

See: Drag Race España
Drag Race España is the Spanish version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Supremme de Luxe. It premiered on May 30, 2021. Its second season ended on June 12, 2022. Its third season ended on July 2, 2023.

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Drag Race Italia

See: Drag Race Italia
Drag Race Italia is the Italian version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Chiara Francini. It premiered on November 19, 2021. Its second season ended on December 6, 2022.

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RuPaul's Drag Race UK vs The World

See: RuPaul's Drag Race UK vs The World
RuPaul's Drag Race UK vs The World is the international version of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars uniting queens from different franchises. Season 1 premiered on February 1, 2022.

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Drag Race Philippines

See: Drag Race Philippines
Drag Race Philippines is the Filipino version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Paolo Ballesteros. It premiered on August 17, 2022.

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Drag Race France

See: Drag Race France
Drag Race France is the French version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Drag Race Alum Nicky Doll. It premiered on June 25, 2022.

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Canada's Drag Race: Canada vs The World

See: Canada's Drag Race: Canada vs The World
Drag Race France is an international All Stars spin-off series of Drag Race featuring contestants from various Drag Race franchises competing for the chance to be Queen of the Mother-Pucking World. Season 1 premiered on November 18, 2022.

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Drag Race Belgique

See: Drag Race Belgique
Drag Race Belgique is the Belgium version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Rita Baga. It premiered on February 16, 2023.

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Drag Race Sverige

See: Drag Race Sverige
Drag Race Sverige is the Swedish version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Robert Fux. It premiered on March 5, 2023.

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Drag Race México

See: Drag Race México
Drag Race México is the Mexican version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Lolita Banana and Valentina. It premiered on June 22, 2023.

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Drag Race Brasil

See: Drag Race Brasil
Drag Race Brasil is the Brazillian version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Grag Queen. It premiered on August 30, 2023.

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Drag Race Germany

See: Drag Race Germany
Drag Race Germany is the German version of RuPaul's Drag Race. It is hosted by Barbie Breakout and co-hosted by Gianni Jovanovic. It premiered on September 5, 2023.

Gallery

Season Artwork

Untucked Artwork

Runway Themes

Stands

Place Season
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2
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Season
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Season
6
Season
7
Season
8
Season
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Season
10
Season
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Season
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Season
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Season
14
Season
15
Season
16
1st BeBe Zahara Benet Tyra Sanchez Raja Sharon Needles Jinkx Monsoon Bianca Del Rio Violet Chachki Bob The Drag Queen Sasha Velour Aquaria Yvie Oddly Jaida Essence Hall Symone Willow Pill Sasha Colby TBA
2nd Nina Flowers Raven Manila Luzon Chad Michaels

Phi Phi O'Hara
Alaska

Roxxxy Andrews
Adore Delano

Courtney Act
Ginger Minj

Pearl
Kim Chi

Naomi Smalls
Peppermint Eureka

Kameron Michaels
Brooke Lynn Hytes Crystal Methyd

Gigi Goode
Kandy Muse Lady Camden Anetra Dawn

Morphine Love Dion

Nymphia Wind

Plane Jane

Q

Sapphira Cristál
3rd Rebecca Glasscock Jujubee Alexis Mateo Shea Couleé

Trinity Taylor
A'keria C. Davenport

Silky Nutmeg Ganache
Gottmik

Rosé
Angeria Paris VanMicheals

Bosco

Daya Betty
Luxx Noir London

Mistress Isabelle Brooks
4th Shannel Tatianna Yara Sofia Latrice Royale Detox Darienne Lake Kennedy Davenport Chi Chi DeVayne Asia O'Hara Sherry Pie
5th Ongina Pandora Boxx Carmen Carrera Kenya Michaels Coco Montrese BenDeLaCreme Katya Derrick Barry Alexis Michelle Miz Cracker Vanessa Vanjie Mateo Jackie Cox Olivia Lux Loosey LaDuca
6th Jade Jessica Wild Shangela Dida Ritz Alyssa Edwards Joslyn Fox Trixie Mattel Thorgy Thor Nina Bo'nina Brown Monét X Change Nina West Heidi N Closet Utica Queen DeJa Skye

Jorgeous
Salina EsTittes
7th Akashia Sahara Davenport Delta Work Willam Ivy Winters Trinity K. Bonet Miss Fame Robbie Turner Valentina The Vixen Shuga Cain Widow Von'Du Tina Burner Marcia Marcia Marcia Mhi'ya Iman Le'Paige
8th Tammie Brown Morgan McMichaels Stacy Layne Matthews Jiggly Caliente Jade Jolie Laganja Estranja Jaidynn Diore Fierce Acid Betty Farrah Moan Monique Heart Plastique Tiara Jan Denali Jasmine Kennedie Malaysia Babydoll Foxx Plasma
9th Victoria "Porkchop" Parker Sonique Mariah Balenciaga Milan Lineysha Sparx Milk Max Naysha Lopez Aja Blair St. Clair Ra'Jah O'Hara Brita Elliott with 2 Ts Kerri Colby Spice Xunami Muse
10th
Mystique Summers Madison India Ferrah Madame LaQueer Honey Mahogany

Vivienne Pinay
Gia Gunn Kandy Ho Cynthia Lee Fontaine Cynthia Lee Fontaine Mayhem Miller Scarlet Envy Aiden Zhane LaLa Ri Maddy Morphosis Jax Megami
11th Nicole Paige Brooks Mimi Imfurst The Princess April Carrión Mrs. Kasha Davis Dax ExclamationPoint

Laila McQueen
Eureka Dusty Ray Bottoms Ariel Versace Nicky Doll Tamisha Iman Orion Story Aura Mayari Geneva Karr
12th Shangela Phoenix Lashauwn Beyond Monica Beverly Hillz Vivacious Jasmine Masters Charlie Hides Yuhua Hamasaki Mercedes Iman Diamond Rock M. Sakura Joey Jay Kornbread "The Snack" Jeté Robin Fierce Amanda Tori Meating
13th
Venus D-Lite Alisa Summers Serena Cha Cha Kelly Mantle

Magnolia Crawford
Sasha Belle
Kimora Blac Kalorie Karbdashian-Williams Honey Davenport Dahlia Sin Kahmora Hall Alyssa Hunter Amethyst Mirage
14th

Penny Tration Tempest DuJour Jaymes Mansfield Vanessa Vanjie Mateo Kahanna Montrese

June Jambalaya Sugar Hershii LiqCour-Jeté
15th




Soju
Princess Poppy
16th
Irene Dubois
The contestant won RuPaul's Drag Race.
The contestant was voted Miss Congeniality.
The contestant won the Golden Boot Award.
The contestant was disqualified from the competition.
The contestant quit the competition.
The contestant was removed from the competition due to medical reasons.
The contestant returned to the competition after being eliminated during a previous season.
The contestant was eliminated earlier in the competition, returned.
The contestant was disqualified from the competition after the season finished filming and was not invited to the season reunion or finale.
Underlines: The contestants later competed in All Stars

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References

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