Not long now before the Queen herself – RuPaul – returns to our screens for Drag Race season 13, with a brand new line-up of wannabe drag superstars lip-syncing, sewing and death-dropping their way to the top.
With contestants hailing from Arizona and Atlanta, to New York and California, this year’s competition is fiercer than ever – it’s possible to tell which queen will be snatching the $100,000 prize.
The upcoming series is set to open with a huge twist, with six Lip-Sync for Your Life battles taking place in the very first episode.
Here’s everything you need to know about RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13 and when it arrives in the New Year.
RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13 release date
Season 13 is on its way, and will be premiering on VH1 on New Year’s Day.
The trailer concluded with a title card, revealing that series 13 will air on December 31st in the US on VH1.
Previously, VH1 confirmed that Drag Race would be returning in a statement from Mamma Ru herself, saying: “Drag queens have been on the frontlines of many challenging times in our history.”
She added: “RuPaul’s Drag Race 13, All Stars 6, and new seasons of Untucked will offer more opportunities for our queens to rise to the occasion and spread the love.”
When is RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13 on Netflix?
When it arrives, you should be able to watch all of the new episodes of Drag Race on Netflix.
The streaming site usually has next-day access to the series, so RadioTimes.com predicts you’ll be able to watch the first episode of season 13 on 1st January.
Who are the queens competing in season 13 of RuPaul’s Drag Race?
The line-up has now been confirmed for series 13, and honey, these queens are serving some serious looks!
Here’s a list of the contestants:
- Denali
- Gottmik
- Elliott with 2 Ts
- Joey Jay
- Kahmora Hall
- Kandy Muse
- Lala Ri
- Olivia Lux
- Rosé
- Symone
- Tamisha Iman
- Tina Burner
- Utica
You can read more about The RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13 cast here.
RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13 changes
According to the newly leaked trailer, this series will see the show open with “six lip syncs”, which is a new twist.
As well as this, there are said to be more changes made to the show to ensure it’s COVID safe.
According to Variety, the queens, Pit Crew and other on-screen talent were tested for COVID-19 three times a week, along with any crew members who interacted with them. Additional crew members were reportedly tested weekly.
The publication also reported there’d be several visible changes when the series returns.
The main stage will reportedly look different, with the judges’ table being extended and glass panels placed in between each seat.
Season 12 finished with a virtual finale after the coronavirus pandemic interrupted filming, so it’s thought the effects of social distancing could spill over into season 13.
This could mean new challenges or perhaps an entirely new set for the new series.
It’s also yet to be confirmed whether guest judges will appear on the show.
Who won RuPaul’s Drag Race season 12?
***SPOILER ALERT***
Jaida Essence Hall was crowned the winner of season 12 of the main show.
Seasons 1-12 of Ru Paul’s Drag Race are available to watch on Netflix now. To find out what else is on, check out our TV Guide.
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