Turing Quinto,[1] known simply as Turing on the show, is a Filipino drag performer and one of the contestants of the first season of Drag Race Philippines.
About
Turing has been a professional drag artist for more than seven years, performing in one of the most known drag bars in the Philippines, O-Bar. A Broadway fan and a theater kid who used to be a cheerleader in college, Turing is known in the drag scene as a fierce dancer and a lip-sync slayer. She has openly discussed how drag has made her feel more comfortable in her skin, and is a strong advocate for body positivity.[4]
Drag Name Origin
"Turing" is a nickname that she received from her friends in high school.[5]
Track Record(s)
| Seasons Competed: | Philippines Season 1 |
|---|---|
| Ranking: | 9th Place |
| Maxi Challenges Won: | 1 (Ep. 3) |
| Mini Challenges Won: | 0 |
| Times as Team Captain: | 0 |
| Times in Bottom Two: | 2 (Eps. 2, 4) |
| Episode Eliminated: | Episode 4 |
Memorable Quotes
Drag Race Philippines Season 1
- "Kung ano yung galing mo, kung ano yung talino mo, kung ano yung kakayahan mo, wala 'yan sa size mo." (in Meet the Queens)
- "Ang galing ay hindi nasusukat sa taba, sa payat... Ang galing ay nanggagaling sa loob." (in Meet the Queens)
- "Marami diyan, alam lang yung kanta, pero hindi ramdam ang kanta. Alam ko yung pine-perform ko; hindi ko lang basta kabisado." (in Meet the Queens)
- "Ayokong magmukhang tae on-stage, in terms of looks." (in Meet the Queens)
- "Let's do this!" (entrance quote)
- ♫ "Boom! Turing! Hindi mo akalain na itong si bading ay kaya kang pasabugin! Sumusugod, lumalaban, katabaan 'di naging hadlang... Took me years to finally love this; now that I do, I'mma say 'Let's do this!'" ♫ (verse in Pop Off, Ate!)
- "I just wanna say thank you... to all--- Thank you. I always tell the girls, 'You just had a bad day; that doesn't mean you have bad drag.' I just... I just had a bad day. It doesn't necessarily mean I have bad drag. Thank you for giving an opportunity to this chubby little gay guy. Ate Jiggly, I'm sorry... I love you. Thank you for the opportunity." (farewell speech)
- "You just had a bad drag; it doesn't mean you had a bad what? Baligtad! You just had a bad day; it doesn't mean you have bad what? Bad drag! Let's do this!" (exit quote)
- "Babalik ako. Tandaan niyo 'yan. Hindi pa tapos ang laban; babalik ako... Itaga niyo 'yan sa bato." (after leaving a farewell message to the remaining girls)
Drag Race Philippines Untucked Season 1
- "You just had a bad day; that doesn't mean you have bad drag."
- "POV: ako yung embutido sa ref." (after Jiggly Caliente read her in the Werk Room for wearing metallic pants with her Filipiniana look in Episode 1)
- "Iba ang sastre sa designer."
- "Girl, imagine... Habambuhay na 'yun!" (after winning the Girl Group Challenge in Episode 3)
- "Double shantay 'to... Lakasan mo yung loob mo, ah. Lalaban ako; lumaban ka. Kailangang dalawa tayong mags-stay. Walang uuwi sa'tin tonight." (to Lady Morgana before entering the Werk Room during the judges' deliberation in Episode 4)
- "Thank you't iniwan niyo 'ko ng chicken wing. Tang ina niyo, ah..." (before leaving the Werk Room in Episode 4)
Farewell Message
"If you have a bad day, Doesn't mean you have a bad Drag! Please pray for the group, always. Let's Do this! - Ate Turs"
Trivia
- Turing is the lowest placing challenge winner on the first season of Drag Race Philippines, placing 9th.
- She is also the first challenge winner to be sent home directly after a win.
- She would be followed by Veruschka Levels, DeeDee Marié Holliday & ØV Cünt on the following season.
- She is also the first challenge winner to be sent home directly after a win.
- In an interview for Gay Times, Turing revealed that she would have impersonated Filipino actress and 2016 Cannes Film Festival Best Actress awardee Jaclyn Jose had she made it to Snatch Game.[6]
Gallery
Drag Race Philippines Season 1
Mini Promo
Mini Promo
Promo Banner
Dragna Superhero Photoshoot
Drag Race Philippines Season 1 Looks
Promo Look
Premiere Look
Confessional Look
Entrance Look
Totally Impressive Talent Extravaganza Look
Ter-No, She Bettah Don't! Look
Sagalamazon Look
"Pop Off Ate" Performance Look
Shake, Rattle, and Rampa Look – Tiktik
OPM Divas: The Rusical Look – Sharon Cuneta
Perlas ng Silanganan Look
Unaired Pink Pak Boom Look
Unaired Snatch Game Look – Jaclyn Jose
Unaired Shop-ulence, She Buys Everything Look
Finale Performance Look
Finale Look
Filmography
TV
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Drag Race Philippines (Season 1) | Self | Contestant (Placed 9th) |
| 2023- 2024 |
Black Rider | Cherry Pie | Supporting cast member |
External Links
References
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| Winner | Precious Paula Nicole |
|---|---|
| Runners-Up | 2nd: Marina Summers • 3rd & 4th: Eva Le Queen • Xilhouete |
| Other Contestants | 5th: Minty Fresh • 6th: Brigiding • 7th: Viñas Deluxe • 8th: Lady Morgana (Miss Congeniality) • 9th: Turing • 10th: Gigi Era • 11th: Corazon • 12th: Prince |
| Judges | Paolo Ballesteros • Jiggly Caliente • KaladKaren • BJ Pascual • Jon Santos • Rajo Laurel |
| Pit Crew | Dheyle Dizon • Jaycee Sahagun • JP Ocat • Ricardo de Jesus |