The second wave of 2024 GLAAD Media Award winners was unveiled on Saturday, with HBO’s The Last of Us and Netflix’s Heartstopper among the TV shows taking home trophies.
This weekend’s New York City-based ceremony was preceded by a Los Angeles-based ceremony on March 14, where additional winners included Paramount+ With Showtime’s Fellow Travelers and Yellowjackets.
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This weekend’s New York City-based ceremony was preceded by a Los Angeles-based ceremony on March 14, where additional winners included Paramount+ With Showtime’s Fellow Travelers and Yellowjackets.
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- 5/12/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich and Claire Franken
- TVLine.com
“The reason I’m successful is because I’m passing, straight up,” said producer Naomi Scott, who is Chamorro (Indigenous people of the Mariana Islands), during the Pasifika Entertainment Advancement Komiti (Peak)’s second annual Peak Conversations panel. It was held on the first day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month last Wednesday night.
“I’m married to a white man who’s famous. I don’t want to sugarcoat it,” added Scott, who is married to actor Adam Scott. “But now that I’m here, I have a responsibility to keep the door open.”
The experience of Pasifika women in Hollywood was at the center of the discussion in West Hollywood, created to celebrate Pacific Islander filmmaking, entertainment and community.
Scott was joined on the panel by Moana and Mean Girls star Auli’i Cravalho and RuPaul‘s Drag Race season 15 winner Sasha Colby, who are both Hawaiian. “There’s...
“I’m married to a white man who’s famous. I don’t want to sugarcoat it,” added Scott, who is married to actor Adam Scott. “But now that I’m here, I have a responsibility to keep the door open.”
The experience of Pasifika women in Hollywood was at the center of the discussion in West Hollywood, created to celebrate Pacific Islander filmmaking, entertainment and community.
Scott was joined on the panel by Moana and Mean Girls star Auli’i Cravalho and RuPaul‘s Drag Race season 15 winner Sasha Colby, who are both Hawaiian. “There’s...
- 5/7/2024
- by Brande Victorian
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Nick Taylor and Cláudio Alves watch and recap RuPaul’s Drag Race season sixteen. This week, it’s time for the grand finale…
Look at those ponytails! Sasha Colby's impact is immeasurable.
CLÁUDIO: Better late than never, amirite? Well, even if I’m not, please pretend.
Many days have passed since season sixteen drew to a close, with Taiwan goddess Nymphia Wind crowned America’s next drag superstar. It was a conclusion I wished for but wasn’t expecting, thinking Philly had the win secured up until those final minutes. After all, nothing in the season’s edit positioned the Banana Buddha as a threat, mostly ignoring her to the point she was invisible for a couple of episodes in the middle. On the other hand, Sapphira had winner energy from the go, a notion bolstered by the judges’ unvarying praise and four wins to her name. It’s easy...
Look at those ponytails! Sasha Colby's impact is immeasurable.
CLÁUDIO: Better late than never, amirite? Well, even if I’m not, please pretend.
Many days have passed since season sixteen drew to a close, with Taiwan goddess Nymphia Wind crowned America’s next drag superstar. It was a conclusion I wished for but wasn’t expecting, thinking Philly had the win secured up until those final minutes. After all, nothing in the season’s edit positioned the Banana Buddha as a threat, mostly ignoring her to the point she was invisible for a couple of episodes in the middle. On the other hand, Sapphira had winner energy from the go, a notion bolstered by the judges’ unvarying praise and four wins to her name. It’s easy...
- 4/26/2024
- by Cláudio Alves
- FilmExperience
Spoiler Alert: Do Not Read If You Haven’t Seen Tonight’s Show
Season 16 of MTV reality series RuPaul’s Drag Race is over, and America’s Next Drag Superstar has been crowned.
This edition of RuPaul’s Drag Race featured 14 queens from across the country battling it out for the win.
Contestants besides the final three included Q,, Morphine Love Dion (Miami), Dawn (New York City), Mhi’ya Iman Le’Paige (Miami), Plasma (New York City), Xunami Muse (New York City), Megami (New York City), Geneva Karr, Amanda Tori Meating (Los Angeles), Mirage (Las Vegas) and Hershii LiqCour-Jeté (Los Angeles).
But the series saw Nymphia Wind win the competition as America’s Next Drag Superstar. The 28-year-old performer is the first queen from Taiwan to take the title and the third Asian/Pacific Islander winner since season 3 champ Raja and season 15 champ Sasha Colby.
Nymphia beat...
Season 16 of MTV reality series RuPaul’s Drag Race is over, and America’s Next Drag Superstar has been crowned.
This edition of RuPaul’s Drag Race featured 14 queens from across the country battling it out for the win.
Contestants besides the final three included Q,, Morphine Love Dion (Miami), Dawn (New York City), Mhi’ya Iman Le’Paige (Miami), Plasma (New York City), Xunami Muse (New York City), Megami (New York City), Geneva Karr, Amanda Tori Meating (Los Angeles), Mirage (Las Vegas) and Hershii LiqCour-Jeté (Los Angeles).
But the series saw Nymphia Wind win the competition as America’s Next Drag Superstar. The 28-year-old performer is the first queen from Taiwan to take the title and the third Asian/Pacific Islander winner since season 3 champ Raja and season 15 champ Sasha Colby.
Nymphia beat...
- 4/20/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Spoiler Alert: This contains major spoilers for the finale of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”
Banana fever reigns supreme after “RuPaul’s Drag Race” crowned America’s next drag superstar.
Season 16 winner Nymphia Wind snatched the crown from fellow finalists Plane Jane and Sapphira Cristál. With her win, Nymphia makes “Drag Race” history as the first-ever Taiwanese queen and the third Api winner, following in the footsteps of Season 3’s winner Raja and Season 15 queen Sasha Colby.
In a final lip sync battle, the 28-year-old had the edge with her dance moves and lip-syncing against Sapphira as they performed to Kylie Minogue’s “Padam Padam.”
Crowned America’s next drag superstar, Nymphia told the audience: “To those who don’t feel like they don’t belong, just remember to live fearlessly and have courage to live your truth.” She added, “Taiwan, this is for you.”
Nymphia, who has become synonymous with the color yellow,...
Banana fever reigns supreme after “RuPaul’s Drag Race” crowned America’s next drag superstar.
Season 16 winner Nymphia Wind snatched the crown from fellow finalists Plane Jane and Sapphira Cristál. With her win, Nymphia makes “Drag Race” history as the first-ever Taiwanese queen and the third Api winner, following in the footsteps of Season 3’s winner Raja and Season 15 queen Sasha Colby.
In a final lip sync battle, the 28-year-old had the edge with her dance moves and lip-syncing against Sapphira as they performed to Kylie Minogue’s “Padam Padam.”
Crowned America’s next drag superstar, Nymphia told the audience: “To those who don’t feel like they don’t belong, just remember to live fearlessly and have courage to live your truth.” She added, “Taiwan, this is for you.”
Nymphia, who has become synonymous with the color yellow,...
- 4/20/2024
- by Jazz Tangcay
- Variety Film + TV
[The following story includes spoilers for the season 16 finale of RuPaul‘s Drag Race.]
RuPaul’s Drag Race has crowned a new champion.
Nymphia Wind happily accepted the crown for America’s Next Drag Superstar during the season 16 finale on Friday night, becoming the first Taiwanese American drag queen to be named the show’s winner.
Her final lip sync to Kylie Minogue’s “Padam Padam” pushed her to the top, beating out fellow finalists Plane Jane and Sapphira Cristál.
“Oh my God, I just won the crown,” Wind, known throughout the season for her love of the color yellow, bananas and fierce designs, said in a video posted on Instagram. “This crown is not just for me, but it’s for the whole of Asia. Let’s go! Asians aren’t in, and we’re gonna have a very beautiful reign with me as a queen.”
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RuPaul’s Drag Race has crowned a new champion.
Nymphia Wind happily accepted the crown for America’s Next Drag Superstar during the season 16 finale on Friday night, becoming the first Taiwanese American drag queen to be named the show’s winner.
Her final lip sync to Kylie Minogue’s “Padam Padam” pushed her to the top, beating out fellow finalists Plane Jane and Sapphira Cristál.
“Oh my God, I just won the crown,” Wind, known throughout the season for her love of the color yellow, bananas and fierce designs, said in a video posted on Instagram. “This crown is not just for me, but it’s for the whole of Asia. Let’s go! Asians aren’t in, and we’re gonna have a very beautiful reign with me as a queen.”
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Earlier this week,...
- 4/20/2024
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Note: The following story contains spoilers from the “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 16 finale.
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” just crowned America’s latest drag superstar.
The sickening Season 16 finale followed as all of this year’s competing queens returned to watch Nymphia Wind, Plane Jane and Sapphira Cristál compete for the coveted title — with Wind coming out as the winner following a dazzling lip-synch for the crown to Kylie Minogue’s hit single “Padam.” This win marks the second time an Asian drag queen has won the competition series.
Wind walked away with a one-year supply of Anastasia Beverly Hills Cosmetics and cash prize of $200,000. The runner-up did not leave the floor empty-handed, walking away with a $25,000 cash tip. Jane, a polarizing competitor who was both loved and labeled a villain this season, landed in third place and left with another $25,000 prize.
The MTV series also had a first in the Miss Congeniality category this year,...
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” just crowned America’s latest drag superstar.
The sickening Season 16 finale followed as all of this year’s competing queens returned to watch Nymphia Wind, Plane Jane and Sapphira Cristál compete for the coveted title — with Wind coming out as the winner following a dazzling lip-synch for the crown to Kylie Minogue’s hit single “Padam.” This win marks the second time an Asian drag queen has won the competition series.
Wind walked away with a one-year supply of Anastasia Beverly Hills Cosmetics and cash prize of $200,000. The runner-up did not leave the floor empty-handed, walking away with a $25,000 cash tip. Jane, a polarizing competitor who was both loved and labeled a villain this season, landed in third place and left with another $25,000 prize.
The MTV series also had a first in the Miss Congeniality category this year,...
- 4/20/2024
- by Jose Alejandro Bastidas
- The Wrap
The Santa Barbara International Film Festival announced that its 40th festival is scheduled for Feb. 4-15, expanding to 12 days for next year’s edition.
Sbiff showcases the best in independent and international media. It’s one of the leading film festivals in the United States as it attracts 100,000 attendees of over 200 films, tributes and symposiums.
“As we embark on our 40th year, we are proud of what we’ve accomplished and exhilarated for what is ahead of us. We will be announcing a few surprises in the next few months. Onward and upwards” says Roger Durling, Sbiff’s Executive Director.
Official events including screenings, filmmaker Q&As, industry panels, and celebrity tributes, will be held throughout the city, including the Arlington Theatre.
Earlier this year, the 39th edition of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival celebrated an ensemble of talent including Robert Downey Jr., Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Billie Eilish, Finneas,...
Sbiff showcases the best in independent and international media. It’s one of the leading film festivals in the United States as it attracts 100,000 attendees of over 200 films, tributes and symposiums.
“As we embark on our 40th year, we are proud of what we’ve accomplished and exhilarated for what is ahead of us. We will be announcing a few surprises in the next few months. Onward and upwards” says Roger Durling, Sbiff’s Executive Director.
Official events including screenings, filmmaker Q&As, industry panels, and celebrity tributes, will be held throughout the city, including the Arlington Theatre.
Earlier this year, the 39th edition of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival celebrated an ensemble of talent including Robert Downey Jr., Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Billie Eilish, Finneas,...
- 4/11/2024
- by Jazz Tangcay, Selena Kuznikov, Jack Dunn and Lexi Carson
- Variety Film + TV
The Pasifika Entertainment Advancement Komiti (Peak) announced their Peak Conversations panel, sponsored by Amazon MGM Studios, will take place in Los Angeles on May 1.
The first celebration of Pasifika women in Hollywood will feature and highlight the achievements Moana and Mean Girls actress Auli’i Cravalho, RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Sasha Colby, and Great Scott Productions founder Naomi Scott with moderation by Moana 2, and Thai Cave Rescue screenwriter Dana Ledoux Miller. The talanoa (or discussion) will focus on issues specific to Pasifika women and their journeys in the entertainment industry.
“May is Aapi Heritage Month yet you’ll find Pasifika (or Pacific Islander) people are rarely prioritized and often erased in celebrations despite us being named in them. Most Aapi organizations have no Pasifika staff or even board members so it’s why Peak exists. We’re the only Pasifika-led organization doing this work who will advocate for us the way we do.
The first celebration of Pasifika women in Hollywood will feature and highlight the achievements Moana and Mean Girls actress Auli’i Cravalho, RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Sasha Colby, and Great Scott Productions founder Naomi Scott with moderation by Moana 2, and Thai Cave Rescue screenwriter Dana Ledoux Miller. The talanoa (or discussion) will focus on issues specific to Pasifika women and their journeys in the entertainment industry.
“May is Aapi Heritage Month yet you’ll find Pasifika (or Pacific Islander) people are rarely prioritized and often erased in celebrations despite us being named in them. Most Aapi organizations have no Pasifika staff or even board members so it’s why Peak exists. We’re the only Pasifika-led organization doing this work who will advocate for us the way we do.
- 4/9/2024
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
Each week on “The Pit Stop,” Trixie Mattel recaps the latest episode of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 16 alongside a guest host. Following Friday’s fourteenth episode, two time competitor and veteran “Pit Stop” guest Mo Heart rejoins Trixie for another chatty recap. Watch the full episode above via the official RuPaul’s Drag Race channel on YouTube.
In their conversation, Mo shares that they were in love with Xunami Muse this season and expected her to make the final four. Mo also knows Q personally and agrees with Trixie that her looks are “ridiculous” because “the boy can sew,” thinks Morphine Love Dion was sickening “from the moment she walked in,” and that the Sapphira Cristál “stumble” last episode gives the other girls a chance to win.
When it came to this episode, Mo likes the concept of the memoir challenge because it shows who is the good storyteller and sets...
In their conversation, Mo shares that they were in love with Xunami Muse this season and expected her to make the final four. Mo also knows Q personally and agrees with Trixie that her looks are “ridiculous” because “the boy can sew,” thinks Morphine Love Dion was sickening “from the moment she walked in,” and that the Sapphira Cristál “stumble” last episode gives the other girls a chance to win.
When it came to this episode, Mo likes the concept of the memoir challenge because it shows who is the good storyteller and sets...
- 4/7/2024
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Each week on “The Pit Stop,” Trixie Mattel recaps the latest episode of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 16 alongside a guest host. Following Friday’s twelfth episode, season 2 winner of “Drag Race UK” Lawrence Chaney makes her recapping debut with no interest in giving “credit where it’s not due.” Watch the full episode above via the official RuPaul’s Drag Race channel on YouTube.
In their recap of the episode, Lawrence was happy to see Q reveal a “real human emotion moment” in how she felt some type away about Sapphira Cristál winning last week’s challenge. Both her and Trixie thought it was smart of her to not speak too much about her feelings though because she might have said something she regretted. For this week’s challenge, Lawrence thought it was a difficult one that requires them to be aesthetically on point while also funny when they host Michelle Visage...
In their recap of the episode, Lawrence was happy to see Q reveal a “real human emotion moment” in how she felt some type away about Sapphira Cristál winning last week’s challenge. Both her and Trixie thought it was smart of her to not speak too much about her feelings though because she might have said something she regretted. For this week’s challenge, Lawrence thought it was a difficult one that requires them to be aesthetically on point while also funny when they host Michelle Visage...
- 3/24/2024
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Each week on “The Pit Stop,” Trixie Mattel recaps the latest episode of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 16 alongside a guest host. Following Friday’s eleventh episode, the Etb for guacamole on Taco Tuesday queen of “All Stars 8” Jessica Wild stopped by the studio for her first recap experience. Watch the full episode above via the official RuPaul’s Drag Race channel on YouTube.
In their recap of the episode, Jessica and Trixie agreed that Sapphira Cristál is a queen they would be intimidated to compete against because she’s so successful in many areas, and of course Trixie wanted to know Jessica’s thoughts on Morphine Love Dion‘s makeup skills. Referring to the mini challenge, Jessica said that Plane Jane is the most delusional on the cast and Trixie made the point that delusional drag queens are not a bad thing.
When it came to the maxi challenge, Jessica said...
In their recap of the episode, Jessica and Trixie agreed that Sapphira Cristál is a queen they would be intimidated to compete against because she’s so successful in many areas, and of course Trixie wanted to know Jessica’s thoughts on Morphine Love Dion‘s makeup skills. Referring to the mini challenge, Jessica said that Plane Jane is the most delusional on the cast and Trixie made the point that delusional drag queens are not a bad thing.
When it came to the maxi challenge, Jessica said...
- 3/17/2024
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Many of Hollywood’s hottest stars walked the red carpet at the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscars 2024 party on Sunday, March 10. The fundraising gala took place in West Hollywood, California. Gold Derby associate editor Latasha Ford enjoyed a spot on the red carpet and chatted with over 20 guests attending the exclusive Oscars party.
Watch each short video below by clicking that person’s name:
Alix Angelis (director) and Brandon Delsid (actor)
Joey Badass
Toni Braxton (singer)
Lucas Castellani (model)
Sasha Colby (“RuPaul’s Drag Race”)
Giancarlo Esposito (actor)
Mary Fitzgerald and Romain Bonnet (“Selling Sunset”)
David Furnish (Chair of Elton John AIDS Foundation)
Kendalle Getty (multimedia artist)
Harry Goodwins (actor)
David Granados
Beatrice Granno (actress)
Scott Hamilton and Nadia Comaneci (Olympians)
Jacob Lusk (singer)
Melanie Lynskey (“Yellowjackets”)
Jeannie Mai
Orville Peck (musician)
Retta
Smokey Robinson (singer)
Larsen Thompson
Ashley Versher (director) and Danielle Larracuente (actress)
Lisa Ann Walter (“Abbott Elementary”)
Elton...
Watch each short video below by clicking that person’s name:
Alix Angelis (director) and Brandon Delsid (actor)
Joey Badass
Toni Braxton (singer)
Lucas Castellani (model)
Sasha Colby (“RuPaul’s Drag Race”)
Giancarlo Esposito (actor)
Mary Fitzgerald and Romain Bonnet (“Selling Sunset”)
David Furnish (Chair of Elton John AIDS Foundation)
Kendalle Getty (multimedia artist)
Harry Goodwins (actor)
David Granados
Beatrice Granno (actress)
Scott Hamilton and Nadia Comaneci (Olympians)
Jacob Lusk (singer)
Melanie Lynskey (“Yellowjackets”)
Jeannie Mai
Orville Peck (musician)
Retta
Smokey Robinson (singer)
Larsen Thompson
Ashley Versher (director) and Danielle Larracuente (actress)
Lisa Ann Walter (“Abbott Elementary”)
Elton...
- 3/11/2024
- by Latasha Ford and Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Each week on “The Pit Stop,” Trixie Mattel recaps the latest episode of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 16 alongside a guest host. Following Friday’s tenth episode, season 14 finalist Angeria Paris VanMichaels stopped by to share her thoughts on “Werq the World,” a tour she’s participated in herself. Watch the full episode above via the official RuPaul’s Drag Race channel on YouTube.
In their recap of the episode, Angeria backed Dawn and Morphine Love Dion up for being “so irritated” that they don’t have a challenge win to their name yet, but she was not forgiving of Nymphia Wind‘s ongoing reputation for feigning insecurity during challenge prep because it’s happened too many times. On her own chances competing in this challenge, Angeria said that she would have handled the “funk” aspect really well and she’s capable of singing and dancing. She also spoke very highly of...
In their recap of the episode, Angeria backed Dawn and Morphine Love Dion up for being “so irritated” that they don’t have a challenge win to their name yet, but she was not forgiving of Nymphia Wind‘s ongoing reputation for feigning insecurity during challenge prep because it’s happened too many times. On her own chances competing in this challenge, Angeria said that she would have handled the “funk” aspect really well and she’s capable of singing and dancing. She also spoke very highly of...
- 3/10/2024
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Each week on “The Pit Stop,” Trixie Mattel recaps the latest episode of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 16 alongside a guest host. Following Friday’s ninth episode, season 15 finalist and “Drag Race” superfan girlie Luxx Noir London makes her recap debut. Watch the full episode above via the official RuPaul’s Drag Race channel on YouTube.
In their recap of the episode, Luxx tells Trixie that she’s enjoying the new season and claims credit for the “Rate a Queen” twist because of how she rated the girls on her own season. Once again, Trixie wants to gag over how flawless Morphine Love Dion‘s makeup skills are and Luxx agrees that she’s “the mug of the season.” They also understand Dawn and Sapphira Cristál growing frustrated with their placements near the top because while they’re very good at their own crafts, other queens with more wins like Plasma, Q...
In their recap of the episode, Luxx tells Trixie that she’s enjoying the new season and claims credit for the “Rate a Queen” twist because of how she rated the girls on her own season. Once again, Trixie wants to gag over how flawless Morphine Love Dion‘s makeup skills are and Luxx agrees that she’s “the mug of the season.” They also understand Dawn and Sapphira Cristál growing frustrated with their placements near the top because while they’re very good at their own crafts, other queens with more wins like Plasma, Q...
- 3/3/2024
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
Each week on “The Pit Stop,” Trixie Mattel recaps the latest episode of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 16 alongside a guest host. Following Friday’s eighth episode, reigning champion and Mother of season 15 Sasha Colby makes her recap debut to break down this season’s “Snatch Game” performances. Watch the full episode above via the official RuPaul’s Drag Race channel on YouTube.
In their recap of the episode, Sasha and Trixie have fun addressing the “unsolicited shade” of this season and how even when Plane Jane calls anyone “sister” feels like subtle shade as well. Sasha gives Jane some defense by admitting that as drag queens they all “just have a crippling desire for people to love us” and Jane is no different. When it came to the reading challenge of her season, Sasha was impressed by Loosey Laduca and Malaysia Babydoll Foxx; this season the standouts for her were Jane and Xunami Muse.
In their recap of the episode, Sasha and Trixie have fun addressing the “unsolicited shade” of this season and how even when Plane Jane calls anyone “sister” feels like subtle shade as well. Sasha gives Jane some defense by admitting that as drag queens they all “just have a crippling desire for people to love us” and Jane is no different. When it came to the reading challenge of her season, Sasha was impressed by Loosey Laduca and Malaysia Babydoll Foxx; this season the standouts for her were Jane and Xunami Muse.
- 2/25/2024
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
The 2024 People’s Choice Awards were handed out on Sunday during a live ceremony from the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Calif.
Heading into the Simu Lu-hosted simulcast, which aired on NBC, E! and Peacock, Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building led the group with seven nominations for its third season. Apple TV’s The Morning Show and Ted Lasso, as well as HBO’s The Last of Us, were tied for second with six nods apiece. Meanwhile, NBC’s Law & Order: Svu and Hulu’s The Bear nabbed five nominations each. So which series reigned supreme?
More from...
Heading into the Simu Lu-hosted simulcast, which aired on NBC, E! and Peacock, Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building led the group with seven nominations for its third season. Apple TV’s The Morning Show and Ted Lasso, as well as HBO’s The Last of Us, were tied for second with six nods apiece. Meanwhile, NBC’s Law & Order: Svu and Hulu’s The Bear nabbed five nominations each. So which series reigned supreme?
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- 2/19/2024
- by Claire Franken
- TVLine.com
All season long, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” fans will be making their predictions at Gold Derby for who they think will win Season 16, and who will be eliminated next. After the ousters of Hershii LiqCour-Jeté in Episode 3 and Mirage in Episode 4, the third boot is expected to take place in Episode 5, airing Friday, February 2 on MTV. Based on our updated racetrack odds, which are derived from the predictions of “Drag Race” fans like you, Amanda Tori Meating is the queen most in danger of sashaying away in 12th place. Do you agree or disagree with your fellow viewers? There is still time to make your picks before the cut-off time on Friday night at 5:00 p.m. Pt.
Amanda is a 26-year-old drag queen from Los Angeles, CA. Here is her official MTV bio: “Calling all staff: there’s a mandatory meeting to discuss this funny queen! Ready to take...
Amanda is a 26-year-old drag queen from Los Angeles, CA. Here is her official MTV bio: “Calling all staff: there’s a mandatory meeting to discuss this funny queen! Ready to take...
- 2/2/2024
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Nominations for the 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards were announced on Wednesday, with more than 300 individual nominees represented across dozens of categories.
“At a time when the LGBTQ community is under attack by false narratives and misinformation … this year’s nominees powerfully reflect the realities of LGBTQ existence today, in our communities and around the globe,” GLAAD President & CEO Sarah Kate Ellis said in a statement. “The stakes have never been higher to maintain the progress of LGBTQ visibility and representation across all media, from film, television, music, journalism, publishing and more.”
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“At a time when the LGBTQ community is under attack by false narratives and misinformation … this year’s nominees powerfully reflect the realities of LGBTQ existence today, in our communities and around the globe,” GLAAD President & CEO Sarah Kate Ellis said in a statement. “The stakes have never been higher to maintain the progress of LGBTQ visibility and representation across all media, from film, television, music, journalism, publishing and more.”
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- 1/17/2024
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ has won the Emmy for Outstanding Reality Competition Program leaving behind ‘The Amazing Race’, ‘Survivor’, ‘Top Chef’ and ‘The Voice’. It marks the series’ fifth Emmy win.
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ previously won this category four years in a row between 2018 and 2021, reports deadline.com.
On accepting the honour, RuPaul Charles said: “We are so honoured to have this award. Listen, you guys are just pure lovely for honoring our show and recognizing all these queens. We have released into the wild, hundreds of drag queens and they’re beautiful.
“On behalf of all them, we thank you. If a drag queen wants to read you a story at a library, listen to her because knowledge is power and if someone tries to restrict your access to power, they are trying to scare you so listen to a drag queen. We love you, thank you.”
RuPaul also won...
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ previously won this category four years in a row between 2018 and 2021, reports deadline.com.
On accepting the honour, RuPaul Charles said: “We are so honoured to have this award. Listen, you guys are just pure lovely for honoring our show and recognizing all these queens. We have released into the wild, hundreds of drag queens and they’re beautiful.
“On behalf of all them, we thank you. If a drag queen wants to read you a story at a library, listen to her because knowledge is power and if someone tries to restrict your access to power, they are trying to scare you so listen to a drag queen. We love you, thank you.”
RuPaul also won...
- 1/16/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
RuPaul’s Drag Race has sashayed back into winning form.
The show, which moved from VH1 to MTV with its 15th season, won the Emmy for Outstanding Reality Competition Program.
It beat CBS’ The Amazing Race and Survivor as well as NBCUniversal’s Top Chef and The Voice.
It marks the series’ fifth Emmy win, having lost out to Lizzo’s Watch Out For The Big Grrrls last year in a surprise win for the Amazon show.
RuPaul’s Drag Race previously won this category four years in a row between 2018 and 2021.
RuPaul, who was handed the award by Joel McHale and Ken Jeong, had an important message after winning.
“We are so honored to have this award. Listen, you guys are just pure lovely for honoring our show and recognizing all these queens. We have released into the wild, hundreds of drag queens and they’re beautiful. On behalf of all them,...
The show, which moved from VH1 to MTV with its 15th season, won the Emmy for Outstanding Reality Competition Program.
It beat CBS’ The Amazing Race and Survivor as well as NBCUniversal’s Top Chef and The Voice.
It marks the series’ fifth Emmy win, having lost out to Lizzo’s Watch Out For The Big Grrrls last year in a surprise win for the Amazon show.
RuPaul’s Drag Race previously won this category four years in a row between 2018 and 2021.
RuPaul, who was handed the award by Joel McHale and Ken Jeong, had an important message after winning.
“We are so honored to have this award. Listen, you guys are just pure lovely for honoring our show and recognizing all these queens. We have released into the wild, hundreds of drag queens and they’re beautiful. On behalf of all them,...
- 1/16/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
RuPaul, the host of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” has won the Emmy for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Competition Program and continues to reign as the most-awarded host in Emmys history.
This marks the eighth consecutive win for RuPaul, who also holds the record for most wins by a person of color.
During his speech, the producer and host said, “I’m so proud to be a part of this medium, you invited me to be a part of this. You are my family.” He went on to thank his family and World of Wonder producers Randy Barbato and Fenton Bailey.
He shared a story about being “at the bottom” and sleeping on his friend Larry Tee’s couch. “He told me, ‘These are terrible times. Remember who you are, don’t give up.'” Speaking to the audience, RuPaul said, “I want to tell all these kids out here in the business,...
This marks the eighth consecutive win for RuPaul, who also holds the record for most wins by a person of color.
During his speech, the producer and host said, “I’m so proud to be a part of this medium, you invited me to be a part of this. You are my family.” He went on to thank his family and World of Wonder producers Randy Barbato and Fenton Bailey.
He shared a story about being “at the bottom” and sleeping on his friend Larry Tee’s couch. “He told me, ‘These are terrible times. Remember who you are, don’t give up.'” Speaking to the audience, RuPaul said, “I want to tell all these kids out here in the business,...
- 1/8/2024
- by Jazz Tangcay
- Variety Film + TV
A new season of RuPaul’s Drag Race is just weeks away — and the guest judges are gaggy. On Thursday, MTV released the first trailer of the new season, revealing a star-studded list of guest judges and new twists to the fan-favorite drag competition.
Among the guest judges are Mexican-American pop star Becky G, actress Charlize Theron, country singer Kelsea Ballerini, “I Love It” pop duo Icona Pop, Buffy the Vampire Slayer‘s Sarah Michelle Gellar, and journalist Ronan Farrow, among others.
“I’ve been slaying bitches forever,” Gellar says in the trailer; “I was seduced!
Among the guest judges are Mexican-American pop star Becky G, actress Charlize Theron, country singer Kelsea Ballerini, “I Love It” pop duo Icona Pop, Buffy the Vampire Slayer‘s Sarah Michelle Gellar, and journalist Ronan Farrow, among others.
“I’ve been slaying bitches forever,” Gellar says in the trailer; “I was seduced!
- 12/15/2023
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
The all new cast for “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 16 was announced via the official Rpdr YouTube channel Wednesday morning. The hour-long “Meet the Queens of Season 16” special featured the Werk Room entrance looks and promo pics of the 14 all new queens followed by an introductory interview with each competitor. The premiere episode will air on January 5 at 8 pm Et on MTV. Watch the “Meet the Queens” in full then read below for key details and first impressions on the queens and a competitive twist added for the new season.
Let all Ru-joice in a return to 90 minute episodes for season 16, ending the widely unpopular decision to trim them down to 60 minutes at the start of season 15. Each episode will once again be followed by a 30 minute episode of “Untucked” for a glimpse of the queens reflecting on the latest challenge while the judges deliberate on the elimination.
New this season...
Let all Ru-joice in a return to 90 minute episodes for season 16, ending the widely unpopular decision to trim them down to 60 minutes at the start of season 15. Each episode will once again be followed by a 30 minute episode of “Untucked” for a glimpse of the queens reflecting on the latest challenge while the judges deliberate on the elimination.
New this season...
- 12/7/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” is growing up before our eyes — her Sweet Sixteen season is scheduled to debut on January 5, 2024 on MTV. This time around, the ages of the 14 drag queens range from 24 to 34. They come from every corner of the U.S. — from New York to Florida to California — with one being born in Mexico and another hailing from Taiwan. Note that the winning contestant who survives all of the “sashay aways” will take home an eyebrow-plucking $200,000 grand prize.
Host RuPaul Charles is once again joined on the judges’ panel by Michelle Visage, Carson Kressley, Ross Mathews and Ts Madison. In a new twist, this cycle will allow the participants to rank each other’s challenge performances in a “Rate-a-Queen” segment, and that will determine how they’ll all be sorted into the tops and the bottoms of the week.
SEESasha Colby (‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ winner): ‘All we’re asking…...
Host RuPaul Charles is once again joined on the judges’ panel by Michelle Visage, Carson Kressley, Ross Mathews and Ts Madison. In a new twist, this cycle will allow the participants to rank each other’s challenge performances in a “Rate-a-Queen” segment, and that will determine how they’ll all be sorted into the tops and the bottoms of the week.
SEESasha Colby (‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ winner): ‘All we’re asking…...
- 12/6/2023
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” has reached her sweet 16.
The Emmy-winning reality competition series — which returns to MTV for its 16th season on Jan. 5 — revealed the 14 new drag queens competing for the $200,000 grand prize and the title of America’s next drag superstar on Wednesday.
The two-part series premiere will feature the queens showing off their stuff in the annual talent show, which has become a mainstay on the series. This year, however, the show — which will be themed separately for MTV’s Spring Break and the “Queen Choice Awards” — will feature a new twist in the competition: “Rate-a-Queen.” After the performances have ended, the contestants must rank their fellow queens’ performances to determine the tops and bottoms of the week.
The aftershow “RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked” is also returning, airing immediately following the series.
And yes, after last year’s controversial switch to 60-minute episodes, “Drag Race” has returned to its full glory,...
The Emmy-winning reality competition series — which returns to MTV for its 16th season on Jan. 5 — revealed the 14 new drag queens competing for the $200,000 grand prize and the title of America’s next drag superstar on Wednesday.
The two-part series premiere will feature the queens showing off their stuff in the annual talent show, which has become a mainstay on the series. This year, however, the show — which will be themed separately for MTV’s Spring Break and the “Queen Choice Awards” — will feature a new twist in the competition: “Rate-a-Queen.” After the performances have ended, the contestants must rank their fellow queens’ performances to determine the tops and bottoms of the week.
The aftershow “RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked” is also returning, airing immediately following the series.
And yes, after last year’s controversial switch to 60-minute episodes, “Drag Race” has returned to its full glory,...
- 12/6/2023
- by Adam B. Vary
- Variety Film + TV
DragCon LA 2024 will once again held at the Los Angeles Convention Center next year, World of Wonder announced Monday. The annual convention, presented by RuPaul and World of Wonder Productions, will run Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20, 2024.
The annual gathering is the largest celebration of drag culture in the world, bringing together tens of thousands of fans with hundreds of the world’s top drag artists from across the globe.
“Bring Back My Girls” Season 3 will again reunite the fan-favorite casts of global Drag Race versions in a series of DragCon LA-exclusive panel conversations. These live tapings will be open to all attendees of DragCon on a first-come, first-serve basis, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of a World of Wonder series, and the opportunity to see their favorite queens reunite to download on what really went down behind the cameras.
Tickets for DragCon LA 2024 go on sale...
The annual gathering is the largest celebration of drag culture in the world, bringing together tens of thousands of fans with hundreds of the world’s top drag artists from across the globe.
“Bring Back My Girls” Season 3 will again reunite the fan-favorite casts of global Drag Race versions in a series of DragCon LA-exclusive panel conversations. These live tapings will be open to all attendees of DragCon on a first-come, first-serve basis, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of a World of Wonder series, and the opportunity to see their favorite queens reunite to download on what really went down behind the cameras.
Tickets for DragCon LA 2024 go on sale...
- 11/20/2023
- by Lawrence Yee
- The Wrap
Streaming
“Sherlock” Seasons 1-4, “Death in Paradise” Seasons 1-11, “Unforgotten” Seasons 1-4 and “Life Below Zero” Seasons 1-9 are among the series that will be available as part of BBC Studios‘ new content agreement with Lemino, a Japanese video-on-demand streaming service operated by Ntt DoCoMo. The deal, which comes into effect Nov. 15 will also see Lemino subscribers gain access to long-running British dramas like “Call The Midwife” Seasons 1-11 and “Father Brown” Seasons 1-10, period dramas “The Pursuit of Love” and “Sanditon,” as well as documentary series “Greta Thunberg: A Year to Change The World.”
Cheryl Png, VP of distribution for Southeast Asia, South Korea and Japan of BBC Studios Asia, said: “BBC Studios is known for our premium content, powerful storytelling and the ability to connect with a global audience. We look forward to working closely with Ntt DoCoMo to showcase the depth and breadth of our programmes that...
“Sherlock” Seasons 1-4, “Death in Paradise” Seasons 1-11, “Unforgotten” Seasons 1-4 and “Life Below Zero” Seasons 1-9 are among the series that will be available as part of BBC Studios‘ new content agreement with Lemino, a Japanese video-on-demand streaming service operated by Ntt DoCoMo. The deal, which comes into effect Nov. 15 will also see Lemino subscribers gain access to long-running British dramas like “Call The Midwife” Seasons 1-11 and “Father Brown” Seasons 1-10, period dramas “The Pursuit of Love” and “Sanditon,” as well as documentary series “Greta Thunberg: A Year to Change The World.”
Cheryl Png, VP of distribution for Southeast Asia, South Korea and Japan of BBC Studios Asia, said: “BBC Studios is known for our premium content, powerful storytelling and the ability to connect with a global audience. We look forward to working closely with Ntt DoCoMo to showcase the depth and breadth of our programmes that...
- 11/15/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Pangina Heals is staying booked and busy!
On Tuesday, World of Wonder announced that the drag artist, best known stateside for competing on the inaugural “RuPaul’s Drag Race: U.K. vs. the World,” will return to “Drag Race Thailand” as a Season 3 judge and host in 2024.
“I am stepping back as a judge into the ‘Drag Race Thailand’ universe after four years! It’s been way too long!” Heals said in a statement. “I’m just gagging in anticipation for the incredible queens we’re about to meet. I also can’t wait for fans to see the second season of ‘Tongue Thai’d’ with extra special guests who would have to survive the extra spicy gauntlet this season!”
Heals previously served as cohost and judge for the first two seasons of “Drag Race Thailand,” which aired in 2018 and 2019.
She gained a broader following after competing in “U.K.
On Tuesday, World of Wonder announced that the drag artist, best known stateside for competing on the inaugural “RuPaul’s Drag Race: U.K. vs. the World,” will return to “Drag Race Thailand” as a Season 3 judge and host in 2024.
“I am stepping back as a judge into the ‘Drag Race Thailand’ universe after four years! It’s been way too long!” Heals said in a statement. “I’m just gagging in anticipation for the incredible queens we’re about to meet. I also can’t wait for fans to see the second season of ‘Tongue Thai’d’ with extra special guests who would have to survive the extra spicy gauntlet this season!”
Heals previously served as cohost and judge for the first two seasons of “Drag Race Thailand,” which aired in 2018 and 2019.
She gained a broader following after competing in “U.K.
- 11/14/2023
- by Lawrence Yee
- The Wrap
This year, the Best Competition Program Emmy category stands out from all others in that every nominee has previously conquered it (or the special class category from which it derived). Notably absent from the lineup is surprise 2022 victor “Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls,” which has yet to return for a second season after wrapping its first last March. This gives 2018-2021 winner “RuPaul’s Drag Race” a clear shot at redemption that is almost sure to pay off.
“Drag Race” is one of three series in this group that has already taken this prize at least four times, along with “The Amazing Race” and “The Voice.” Also in the mix are one-time winners “Top Chef” and “Survivor,” the latter of which has remarkably reached the end of a 16-year, 30-season snub streak.
In order to gauge the possibility of any show beating “Drag Race” here, let’s take a closer look at each nominee.
“Drag Race” is one of three series in this group that has already taken this prize at least four times, along with “The Amazing Race” and “The Voice.” Also in the mix are one-time winners “Top Chef” and “Survivor,” the latter of which has remarkably reached the end of a 16-year, 30-season snub streak.
In order to gauge the possibility of any show beating “Drag Race” here, let’s take a closer look at each nominee.
- 9/5/2023
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 15 featured the largest cast in the show’s history, including, for the first time ever, three queens of Asian American Pacific Islander heritage in a single season.
The winner, native Hawaiian Sasha Colby, became the first Polynesian queen to be crowned America’s Next Drag Superstar over Anetra, a queen of mixed Filipino heritage. It marked the first time since Season 3 that the two finalists were of Aapi descent.
Colby was joined by Season 15 contestant Aura Mayari and executive producer Mandy Salangsang in a conversation with TheWrap about representation on the franchise — which is nominated for Outstanding Reality Competition and eight additional Emmy awards this year — and the unique challenges and rewards they faced as Aapi drag queens.
“I was a performer when I was a kid,” recalled Mayari, who immigrated to the United States from the Philippines. “As a viewer, I never saw anybody that looked like me.
The winner, native Hawaiian Sasha Colby, became the first Polynesian queen to be crowned America’s Next Drag Superstar over Anetra, a queen of mixed Filipino heritage. It marked the first time since Season 3 that the two finalists were of Aapi descent.
Colby was joined by Season 15 contestant Aura Mayari and executive producer Mandy Salangsang in a conversation with TheWrap about representation on the franchise — which is nominated for Outstanding Reality Competition and eight additional Emmy awards this year — and the unique challenges and rewards they faced as Aapi drag queens.
“I was a performer when I was a kid,” recalled Mayari, who immigrated to the United States from the Philippines. “As a viewer, I never saw anybody that looked like me.
- 8/24/2023
- by Lawrence Yee
- The Wrap
Sasha Colby wants to be a triple-threat.
After winning “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 15 earlier this spring, the drag queen has been busy travelling the world and performing, including for U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris.
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In a new interview with Variety, Colby looks ahead to her future as a drag superstar.
“I want to be a pop star,” she said. “I want to be an actress, I want to do like a trans love story, I want to do a good rom-com with a trans lead. I want to do a fun ‘Broad City’ kind of show with trans and non-binary experiences. How fun would that be, two trans girls navigating New York, wreaking havoc, and seeing the stories that no one knows?”
Colby also opened up about her big “Drag Race” win, as the first...
After winning “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 15 earlier this spring, the drag queen has been busy travelling the world and performing, including for U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris.
Read More: Justin Trudeau Becomes First World Leader To Appear on ‘Drag Race’ Franchise
In a new interview with Variety, Colby looks ahead to her future as a drag superstar.
“I want to be a pop star,” she said. “I want to be an actress, I want to do like a trans love story, I want to do a good rom-com with a trans lead. I want to do a fun ‘Broad City’ kind of show with trans and non-binary experiences. How fun would that be, two trans girls navigating New York, wreaking havoc, and seeing the stories that no one knows?”
Colby also opened up about her big “Drag Race” win, as the first...
- 8/21/2023
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
RuPaul’s Drag Race, RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars: Untucked all have been greenlit for new seasons, MTV and Paramount+ announced Monday. The renewals follow the franchise’s 9 Emmy nominations, the most for any reality competition series this year.
RuPaul’s Drag Race will for its 16th season. After-shows RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked also returns, airing each week after brand new episodes of Drag Race, in addition to the return of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars: Untucked.
RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 15 saw the show’s highest ratings in three years. The finale episode, which aired April 14 on MTV, delivered a 0.59 rating in the 18-49 entertainment demographic, according to Live+same-day Nielsen data. That’s a 17% increase compared to the Season 14 finale on VH1. The episode also had the highest audience share ever for a RuPaul’s Drag Race telecast.
RuPaul’s Drag Race will for its 16th season. After-shows RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked also returns, airing each week after brand new episodes of Drag Race, in addition to the return of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars: Untucked.
RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 15 saw the show’s highest ratings in three years. The finale episode, which aired April 14 on MTV, delivered a 0.59 rating in the 18-49 entertainment demographic, according to Live+same-day Nielsen data. That’s a 17% increase compared to the Season 14 finale on VH1. The episode also had the highest audience share ever for a RuPaul’s Drag Race telecast.
- 8/21/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
MTV and Paramount+ are keeping RuPaul’s engines running, renewing RuPaul’s Drag Race for Season 16 and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars for Season 9, TVLine has learned. Those renewals, naturally, also come with additional seasons of Untucked.
Drag Race Season 15 aired earlier this year on MTV, eventually crowning Sasha Colby — mother of Season 14 standout Kerri Colby — as America’s Next Drag Superstar in April. Runners-up included Anetra, Mistress Isabelle Brooks and Luxx Noir London.
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Drag Race Season 15 aired earlier this year on MTV, eventually crowning Sasha Colby — mother of Season 14 standout Kerri Colby — as America’s Next Drag Superstar in April. Runners-up included Anetra, Mistress Isabelle Brooks and Luxx Noir London.
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- 8/21/2023
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
Every RuPaul’s Drag Race fan has their favorites — their favorite queen, their favorite season and, of course, their favorite iconic one-liner.
And because the contestants are also fans themselves, the show asked its Season 15 cast — including Spice, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Malaysia Babydoll Foxx, Amethyst, Luxx Noir London, Jax and Anetra — for a rundown of their personal favorite quotes, of which TVLine has your exclusive first look.
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And because the contestants are also fans themselves, the show asked its Season 15 cast — including Spice, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Malaysia Babydoll Foxx, Amethyst, Luxx Noir London, Jax and Anetra — for a rundown of their personal favorite quotes, of which TVLine has your exclusive first look.
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- 8/18/2023
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
“It was such a personal thing to accomplish in my career” reveals “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 15 winner Sasha Colby about being crowned America’s Next Drag Superstar earlier this year. For our recent webchat she adds, “The impact that has made, the opportunities I get to have, it just felt like a dream come true.” Watch our exclusive video interview above.
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From its humble beginnings in 2008 as a low-budget reality competition show, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” has emerged as a successful and influential pop culture sensation, loudly and proudly celebrating drag culture for a worldwide audience. Over 16 episodes of Season 15 for the series, host RuPaul Charles put 16 queens through their paces, competing for $200,000 “doolahs” (the largest cash prize in the show’s history), to ultimately crown America’s Next Drag Superstar.
By the season finale, only four queens remained with a chance to snatch the coveted crown,...
See 2023 Emmys: Complete list of nominees
From its humble beginnings in 2008 as a low-budget reality competition show, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” has emerged as a successful and influential pop culture sensation, loudly and proudly celebrating drag culture for a worldwide audience. Over 16 episodes of Season 15 for the series, host RuPaul Charles put 16 queens through their paces, competing for $200,000 “doolahs” (the largest cash prize in the show’s history), to ultimately crown America’s Next Drag Superstar.
By the season finale, only four queens remained with a chance to snatch the coveted crown,...
- 8/16/2023
- by Rob Licuria and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
This story about “RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked” first appeared in the Down to the Wire: Comedy issue of TheWrap’s awards magazine.
There’s a lot crammed into each 30-minute episode of “Untucked.” The companion show to “RuPaul’s Drag Race” captures the moments after the contestants learn whether they are safe from elimination or will lip sync for their life (and for the chance to stay another week in the drag queen competition). But “Untucked” also serves as a group therapy session, a place where they can “turn off” their drag and competitive personas and just be themselves, a rare respite in a competition where they must be constantly “on.”
“It is the moment where the queens are no longer their characters,” “Untucked” executive producer Kenneth Leslie said. “They’re with their sisters celebrating, crying, laughing. They’re going through every emotion as a human being, not as a character.
There’s a lot crammed into each 30-minute episode of “Untucked.” The companion show to “RuPaul’s Drag Race” captures the moments after the contestants learn whether they are safe from elimination or will lip sync for their life (and for the chance to stay another week in the drag queen competition). But “Untucked” also serves as a group therapy session, a place where they can “turn off” their drag and competitive personas and just be themselves, a rare respite in a competition where they must be constantly “on.”
“It is the moment where the queens are no longer their characters,” “Untucked” executive producer Kenneth Leslie said. “They’re with their sisters celebrating, crying, laughing. They’re going through every emotion as a human being, not as a character.
- 8/15/2023
- by Lawrence Yee
- The Wrap
For the past 10 years, RuPaul’s Drag Race has delighted fans with the Rusical — a musical production during each season that features the remaining contestants performing their take on a famous show. The concept has become somewhat of a staple on the series, though none have been quite as topical as Season 15’s Wigloose.
“Like everything on RuPaul’s Drag Race for 15 season, it started with a bad pun. We’ve done 10 years of musicals. It’s one of our favorite things. We always are brainstorming year round, really, about what would work…we thought, ‘We’ll just do a fun parody of the Footloose story, which is about a town that didn’t have dances, so we’ll do a town that doesn’t have drag,” executive producer Tom Campbell said during the show’s panel at Deadline’s Contenders Television: The Nominees event, where he was joined by Season 15 winner...
“Like everything on RuPaul’s Drag Race for 15 season, it started with a bad pun. We’ve done 10 years of musicals. It’s one of our favorite things. We always are brainstorming year round, really, about what would work…we thought, ‘We’ll just do a fun parody of the Footloose story, which is about a town that didn’t have dances, so we’ll do a town that doesn’t have drag,” executive producer Tom Campbell said during the show’s panel at Deadline’s Contenders Television: The Nominees event, where he was joined by Season 15 winner...
- 8/12/2023
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Celebrating television might feel like a wasted effort right now, especially since 11,500 writers and 160,000 actors are walking the picket lines for the ongoing WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. But it would be unfair to overlook the extraordinary work of so many Emmy-worthy creatives, even if the ongoing dispute between the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers prevents writers and actors from talking about the very series that got them a ticket to the 75th annual Primetime Emmy Awards in the first place. Sadly, everyone will have to wait until January 2024 to see who will accept their just rewards. But this year’s Contenders Television: The Nominees virtual livestream event that kicks off Saturday at 10 a.m. Pt will certainly make it worth the wait.
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Talk of the streamers may be dominating the picket lines, but it’s the cable networks like HBO,...
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Talk of the streamers may be dominating the picket lines, but it’s the cable networks like HBO,...
- 8/12/2023
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
As August comes in, hundreds of new titles come to Paramount+. The streamer has one of the most robust incoming lineups, with a wide-ranging list of titles to choose from across its library shows, films, originals and exclusives, and sports. And while the upcoming fall schedule is guaranteed to look much different than previous seasons with the strike continuing, Showtime’s “Billions” and “The Chi” will both have their season premieres this month on Showtime, which can both be watched with the recently Paramount+ With Showtime plan.
The August additions also include the much-requested extended episodes of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 15, hit movies from “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure” and “Boogie Nights,” and several National Women’s Soccer League (Nwsl) matches.
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The August additions also include the much-requested extended episodes of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 15, hit movies from “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure” and “Boogie Nights,” and several National Women’s Soccer League (Nwsl) matches.
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- 7/28/2023
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
“Drag Race” fans rejoice.
Full 90-minute episodes of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 15 are headed to Paramount+.
From Aug. 9, fans will be able to tune in and relive Sasha Colby entering the “Drag Race” werk room and slaying her way through the season to her crowning glory during the season finale when she became “America’s Next Drag Superstar.” Fans will also be able to revisit other season highlights including the Emmy-nominated episode featuring “Wigloose: The Rusical.”
Season 15 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” heralded a major move for the show, as it hopped from VH1 to MTV and went from a 90-minute format to 60 minutes. But fans wanted more “Drag Race” not less.
“You asked for it, and you got it – and we’re thrilled to deliver 90-minute episodes for all of Season 15, showcasing the joy and genius of this legendary cast,” said Executive Producers Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato.
The extended...
Full 90-minute episodes of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 15 are headed to Paramount+.
From Aug. 9, fans will be able to tune in and relive Sasha Colby entering the “Drag Race” werk room and slaying her way through the season to her crowning glory during the season finale when she became “America’s Next Drag Superstar.” Fans will also be able to revisit other season highlights including the Emmy-nominated episode featuring “Wigloose: The Rusical.”
Season 15 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” heralded a major move for the show, as it hopped from VH1 to MTV and went from a 90-minute format to 60 minutes. But fans wanted more “Drag Race” not less.
“You asked for it, and you got it – and we’re thrilled to deliver 90-minute episodes for all of Season 15, showcasing the joy and genius of this legendary cast,” said Executive Producers Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato.
The extended...
- 7/27/2023
- by Jazz Tangcay
- Variety Film + TV
Before RuPaul Charles, Michelle Visage, Carson Kressley and Ross Mathews crown Their champion for “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” on Friday, July 21, we want to hear from You. Are you Team Jimbo or Team Kandy Muse to win the All Stars 8 crown and take home the $200,000 grand prize? Vote in our poll below and then defend your choice in the comments section.
See Sasha Colby on winning ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15: ‘We are strong and powerful and proud’ [Watch]
Team Jimbo
If you’re Team Jimbo then you probably value the challenge wins above all else, and (or) you’re a long-time fan since she first broke out on “Canada’s Drag Race” season 1. In her first run, Jimbo debuted her portrayal of Joan Rivers on the “Snatch Game” and then in her second at-bat (on “U.K. vs. The World” season 1) she debuted Casper the Baloney Ghost. Jimbo...
See Sasha Colby on winning ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15: ‘We are strong and powerful and proud’ [Watch]
Team Jimbo
If you’re Team Jimbo then you probably value the challenge wins above all else, and (or) you’re a long-time fan since she first broke out on “Canada’s Drag Race” season 1. In her first run, Jimbo debuted her portrayal of Joan Rivers on the “Snatch Game” and then in her second at-bat (on “U.K. vs. The World” season 1) she debuted Casper the Baloney Ghost. Jimbo...
- 7/20/2023
- by John Benutty
- Gold Derby
After her recent historic win on “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” Sasha Colby has signed with CAA for representation. She continues to be represented and managed by Full Scope PR.
In what has been dubbed “the fiercest competition in franchise history,” the actress, dancer, trans advocate, and activist faced off against talents like Anetra, Luxx Noir London, and Mistress Isabelle Brooks among other names in Season 15 of the long-running competition and came out victorious as the the first Native Hawaiian and trans contestant to be crowned in “Drag Race” history. Colby is also recognized as the drag mother of Season 14 standout Kerri Colby.
Colby started her career by performing in pageants while in her twenties and has been working as a drag queen for the last twenty years. She’s known for also winning the most prestigious title in the drag community in 2012, Miss Continental.
In a conversation with Variety, “Drag Race...
In what has been dubbed “the fiercest competition in franchise history,” the actress, dancer, trans advocate, and activist faced off against talents like Anetra, Luxx Noir London, and Mistress Isabelle Brooks among other names in Season 15 of the long-running competition and came out victorious as the the first Native Hawaiian and trans contestant to be crowned in “Drag Race” history. Colby is also recognized as the drag mother of Season 14 standout Kerri Colby.
Colby started her career by performing in pageants while in her twenties and has been working as a drag queen for the last twenty years. She’s known for also winning the most prestigious title in the drag community in 2012, Miss Continental.
In a conversation with Variety, “Drag Race...
- 7/11/2023
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
On Wednesday, June 28th, Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff hosted a reception in partnership with GLAAD to celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month and to call leaders in the community to unite in the fight for LGBTQ acceptance and equality.
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks onstage during a Pride Celebration
Credit/Copyright: Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images for GLAAD
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 15 Winner and transgender advocate Sasha Colby emceed the program, and other speakers included Second Gentleman Emhoff as well as GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis. The program featured a performance from Tony award-winning nonbinary actor Alex Newell who sang Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance with Somebody.” Sam Charney, a young LGBTQ advocate from Colorado who wrote to Vice President Harris about gun violence prevention, introduced the Vice President at the event.
In her remarks, Vice President Harris talked about the importance of celebrating the achievements of LGBTQ Americans,...
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks onstage during a Pride Celebration
Credit/Copyright: Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images for GLAAD
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 15 Winner and transgender advocate Sasha Colby emceed the program, and other speakers included Second Gentleman Emhoff as well as GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis. The program featured a performance from Tony award-winning nonbinary actor Alex Newell who sang Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance with Somebody.” Sam Charney, a young LGBTQ advocate from Colorado who wrote to Vice President Harris about gun violence prevention, introduced the Vice President at the event.
In her remarks, Vice President Harris talked about the importance of celebrating the achievements of LGBTQ Americans,...
- 7/4/2023
- Look to the Stars
Each season on “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” there’s a big song and dance group number that showcases the queens performance abilities. Dubbed the “rusical” — an amalgamation of RuPaul and musical — it’s the chance for each of the competitors to show off their acting, dancing and lip-syncing skills.
For the competition series’ milestone Season 15, the rusical was “Wigloose,” inspired by the 1984 Kevin Bacon classic “Footloose.” The number starred the top six queens: Anetra, Loosey Laduca, Luxx Noir London, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Salina EsTitties and Sasha Colby. “Wigloose” is set in the fictional small town of West Bumtuck, where a local teacher (Brooks) seeks to outlaw drag. The local youth protest the law by holding a secret drag ball. In the end, the teacher is reminded by her old friend (Anetra) and husband (Colby) about the power of drag, and the law is overturned.
TheWrap spoke with Miguel Zarate, the choreographer of “Wigloose,...
For the competition series’ milestone Season 15, the rusical was “Wigloose,” inspired by the 1984 Kevin Bacon classic “Footloose.” The number starred the top six queens: Anetra, Loosey Laduca, Luxx Noir London, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Salina EsTitties and Sasha Colby. “Wigloose” is set in the fictional small town of West Bumtuck, where a local teacher (Brooks) seeks to outlaw drag. The local youth protest the law by holding a secret drag ball. In the end, the teacher is reminded by her old friend (Anetra) and husband (Colby) about the power of drag, and the law is overturned.
TheWrap spoke with Miguel Zarate, the choreographer of “Wigloose,...
- 6/22/2023
- by Lawrence Yee
- The Wrap
Creative Artists Agency on Wednesday announced the elevation of five to agent, along with the promotion of another to an executive role.
Yasi Agahnia has been promoted to agent in the Music Touring area’s private events division, with Logan Binstock now to serve as a talent agent, and Abe Coelho working as an agent in the Media Finance department, led by Roeg Sutherland and Benjamin Kramer. Ryan Quint has assumed a post as agent in the Comedy Touring department, with Karen Schillinger to serve as an agent in in the Music Touring department, and Erik Toral as an executive in Global Client Strategy.
Agahnia, Binstock, Coelho, Quint and Toral will be based out of the agency’s Los Angeles office, with Schillinger working from Nashville.
Graduating with a degree in Communication Studies from the University of San Diego, Agahnia began her career in CAA’s mailroom in 2018 and later...
Yasi Agahnia has been promoted to agent in the Music Touring area’s private events division, with Logan Binstock now to serve as a talent agent, and Abe Coelho working as an agent in the Media Finance department, led by Roeg Sutherland and Benjamin Kramer. Ryan Quint has assumed a post as agent in the Comedy Touring department, with Karen Schillinger to serve as an agent in in the Music Touring department, and Erik Toral as an executive in Global Client Strategy.
Agahnia, Binstock, Coelho, Quint and Toral will be based out of the agency’s Los Angeles office, with Schillinger working from Nashville.
Graduating with a degree in Communication Studies from the University of San Diego, Agahnia began her career in CAA’s mailroom in 2018 and later...
- 6/22/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s Emmy season so what better time than now for Television Academy voters to consider the 15th season of MTV’s reality competition series “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” On Saturday, June 10, Gold Derby spoke with the year’s big winner, Sasha Colby, on the red carpet at the network’s FYC event held at The Village at the Los Angeles LGBT Center. Watch our interview above.
“I’m really more powerful than ever,” Sasha proclaimed on the red carpet. “I think [Pride month] is the exact moment when the audience is most proud, [especially] with everything that’s going on in the world. It just means that they are really seeing how powerful love and queer love is, and it means we’re doing something right.”
SEEMaking of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’: Lively roundtable with producer and 3 crafts artisans [Exclusive Video Interview]
Sasha explained how her finale looks were “really loosely based on like a type...
“I’m really more powerful than ever,” Sasha proclaimed on the red carpet. “I think [Pride month] is the exact moment when the audience is most proud, [especially] with everything that’s going on in the world. It just means that they are really seeing how powerful love and queer love is, and it means we’re doing something right.”
SEEMaking of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’: Lively roundtable with producer and 3 crafts artisans [Exclusive Video Interview]
Sasha explained how her finale looks were “really loosely based on like a type...
- 6/21/2023
- by Latasha Ford and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Sasha Colby has reached a point in her career where she's pinning herself to the top of her own inspiration boards. As the first trans and native Hawaiian woman to take home the crown on "RuPaul's Drag Race," your drag queen's favorite drag queen is determined to keep the momentum going. "It's really cool to know that I get to be part of queer history," Colby tells Popsugar. "Like in this moment in time, there's a spot in queer history that I got to be in, and hopefully leave the space a little better, a little more fabulous, than I found it."
An undercover history buff, Colby says fashion icons like Naomi Campbell, Grace Kelly, and Sophia Loren are among the visionaries who helped build her signature sultry aesthetic. Now, having partnered with Pinterest to curate her personal vision board, she's still hungry for inspiration. "I'm not trying to be a creator.
An undercover history buff, Colby says fashion icons like Naomi Campbell, Grace Kelly, and Sophia Loren are among the visionaries who helped build her signature sultry aesthetic. Now, having partnered with Pinterest to curate her personal vision board, she's still hungry for inspiration. "I'm not trying to be a creator.
- 6/13/2023
- by Chandler Plante
- Popsugar.com
While the LGBTQ community and its allies celebrate Pride this June, conservative legislators across the country continue to push through bills that strip rights from queer people. For longtime “RuPaul’s Drag Race” judge and producer Michelle Visage, the anti-lgbtq rhetoric and legislation are distractions while other rights that affect even wider populations — like abortion and education — are also being targeted.
TheWrap’s Elijah Gil caught up with Visage at The Village at the Los Angeles LGBT Center for a special live performance of “Wigloose: The Rusical” during L.A. Pride weekend. The performance, which featured Season 15 queens Sasha Colby, Luxx Noir London, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Salina EsTitties, Marcia Marcia Marcia and Aura Mayari, was part of the official “RuPaul’s Drag Race” FYC Emmy Event. But it also served as a reminder of the contentious political and cultural climate in America today.
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TheWrap’s Elijah Gil caught up with Visage at The Village at the Los Angeles LGBT Center for a special live performance of “Wigloose: The Rusical” during L.A. Pride weekend. The performance, which featured Season 15 queens Sasha Colby, Luxx Noir London, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Salina EsTitties, Marcia Marcia Marcia and Aura Mayari, was part of the official “RuPaul’s Drag Race” FYC Emmy Event. But it also served as a reminder of the contentious political and cultural climate in America today.
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How ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season...
- 6/13/2023
- by Lawrence Yee and Elijah Gil
- The Wrap
It’s not just a television series. It’s a global phenomenon. And it’s here to “shantay, you stay” for many glittery and fabulous years to come.
Since its humble beginnings in 2008 as a low-budget reality competition show, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” has become a hugely successful and influential pop culture sensation, loudly and proudly celebrating drag culture for a worldwide audience. To celebrate the the show’s spectacular fifteenth season, check out our special 40-minute “making of” roundtable discussion with executive producer Tom Campbell, production designer Gianna Costa, composer and songwriter Leland and choreographer Miguel Zarate. Together they are joined by Gold Derby senior editor Rob Licuria for a memorable and lively Q&a about their highlights, key scenes and goosebump moments. Watch our exclusive Q&a video above.
See Exclusive Video Interview: Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato (‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ producers)
Over 16 episodes of Season 15 for the series,...
Since its humble beginnings in 2008 as a low-budget reality competition show, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” has become a hugely successful and influential pop culture sensation, loudly and proudly celebrating drag culture for a worldwide audience. To celebrate the the show’s spectacular fifteenth season, check out our special 40-minute “making of” roundtable discussion with executive producer Tom Campbell, production designer Gianna Costa, composer and songwriter Leland and choreographer Miguel Zarate. Together they are joined by Gold Derby senior editor Rob Licuria for a memorable and lively Q&a about their highlights, key scenes and goosebump moments. Watch our exclusive Q&a video above.
See Exclusive Video Interview: Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato (‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ producers)
Over 16 episodes of Season 15 for the series,...
- 6/8/2023
- by Rob Licuria
- Gold Derby
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