Welcome Back, Queens! A Deep Dive into RuPaul's Drag Race Season 13
Hello, henny! Buckle up your tucks and get ready to sissy that walk, because we're diving headfirst into the latest season of the world's most fabulous reality competition, RuPaul's Drag Race Season 13! If you're a new reader, welcome to the family, and if you're a fellow drag race enthusiast, you know we're about to spill the tea on all things season 13. So, grab your popcorn, and let's get into it! Guys, explore more in Guides And Explainers and season 13 drag race.
Meet the Queens: A New Cast of Drag Royalty
RuPaul's Drag Race Season 13 kicked off with a bang, introducing us to a new cast of queens ready to lip-sync for their lives and snatch the crown. From pageant queens to club kids, these 13 ladies brought their A-game, serving looks that could kill and charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent in spades.
Denali - This Alaska native brought the snow and the sass, serving up icy cool looks and hilarious quips. Elliott with 2 Ms - A self-proclaimed "bearded lady," Elliott brought a unique perspective and some serious comedy chops to the Werk Room. Gottmik - The first out trans man to compete on the show, Gottmik brought a fresh take on drag and some stunning visuals. Kandy Muse - A New York City club kid, Kandy brought the energy and the looks, serving up some serious fashion moments. LaLa Ri - This Texas queen brought the pageantry and the drama, always keeping us on our toes. Olivia Lux - A Broadway baby, Olivia brought the talent and the showmanship, wowing us with her incredible voice and acting chops. Rosé - A fellow from the Bronx, Rosé brought the laughs and the lip-syncs, always keeping us entertained. Symone - This pageant queen brought the grace and the glamour, serving up some truly stunning looks. Tammie Brown - A fan favorite returning for her third time, Tammie brought the laughs and the tears, always keeping it real. Tina Burner - A New York City queen with a penchant for comedy, Tina brought the laughs and the looks, always keeping us guessing. Utica Queen - This comedy queen brought the laughs and the lip-syncs, always keeping us entertained. Gothy Kendoll - A self-proclaimed "gothic Barbie," Gothy brought the drama and the looks, always keeping us on our toes.
The Challenges: Sashaying Through Fashion, Lipsyncs, and More
RuPaul's Drag Race Season 13 served up a smorgasbord of challenges, testing the queens' creativity, skill, and wit. From designing and constructing their own outfits to lip-syncing for their lives, these ladies brought their best game every week. Here are some of the standout challenges:
Snatch Game
In this classic challenge, the queens impersonate celebrities in a game show-style parody. This season, we saw some truly hilarious impressions, from Gottmik's Ariana Grande to Symone's Oprah Winfrey. But it was Olivia Lux's Celine Dion that stole the show, earning her the win and a spot in the top four.
Makeover Challenge
In this challenge, the queens must give a drag makeover to a group of "RuRover" models, teaching them the art of drag while also creating stunning looks for the runway. This season, we saw some truly fabulous makeovers, from Denali's stunning avant-garde look to Kandy Muse's fierce streetwear-inspired outfit.
Untucked
After every challenge, the queens gather in the Werk Room to let loose and spill the tea. This season, we saw some truly dramatic moments, from Tammie Brown's emotional breakdown to Gottmik's powerful coming-out story. It's always a wild ride on Untucked!
The Runway Looks: Slaying the Catwalk, One Outfit at a Time
From the first episode to the grand finale, the queens of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 13 served some truly iconic looks on the runway. Here are some of our favorite moments:
Symone's "Black Girl Magic" Look - In an episode dedicated to celebrating Black culture, Symone served up a stunning tribute to Black women, wearing a custom gown covered in the names of influential Black women throughout history. Gottmik's "Drag Den" Look - In a challenge where the queens had to create a look inspired by a RuPaul's Drag Race catchphrase, Gottmik served up a stunning interpretation of "Drag Den," complete with a functioning dry-erase board and markers. * Kandy Muse's "Eleganza Extravaganza" Look - In the season finale, Kandy Muse served up a truly stunning look inspired by the late, great Alexander McQueen, complete with a functioning mechanical dress and a dramatic reveal.
The Lip-Syncs: Sashaying Away, One By One
No season of RuPaul's Drag Race would be complete without some truly iconic lip-syncs, and Season 13 did not disappoint. From Olivia Lux's show-stopping performance of "I Will Survive" to Rosé's hilarious lip-sync to "Milkshake," these queens brought their best game every week.
But it was the season finale that truly stole the show, with a four-way lip-sync for the ages between Symone, Olivia Lux, Kandy Muse, and Gottmik. In the end, it was Symone who emerged victorious, earning herself the title of America's Next Drag Superstar and a cash prize of $100,000.
The Legacy of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 13
As the curtain closed on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 13, we were left with a sense of awe and gratitude. This season, more than any other, felt like a true celebration of drag and the queer community. From the diverse cast of queens to the powerful messages of love, acceptance, and self- expression, Season 13 left us feeling inspired and empowered.
And as RuPaul herself would say, "Don't forget to read, don't get too comfortable, and most importantly, don't fuck it up!" So here's to the queens of Season 13, and to many more seasons of RuPaul's Drag Race to come. Can't wait to see what fabulousness Season 14 has in store for us!