‘RuPaul’s Drag Race: Global All Stars’ is set to premiere on August 16th, featuring beloved queens from various countries who will each represent their countries as they vie for the prestigious title of “Queen of the Mothertucking World.” The winner will receive a grand prize of $200,000 and a coveted position in the ‘International Pavilion’ at the ‘Drag Race Hall of Fame.’
GLAAD joined American contestant Alyssa Edwards at the Statue of Liberty to talk strategies for the current season and what viewers can anticipate, a ride hosted by Circle Line Cruises.
Alyssa Edwards is a multifaceted American entertainer, known for her work as a choreographer, drag performer, and television personality. In 2012, she was selected as one of 14 drag queens to participate in the fifth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race, quickly rising to prominence due to her honest confessions, impressive tongue-pops, and distinctive personality. In 2016, she made a comeback as one of 10 contestants in Season 2 of RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars, captivating the audience and securing a fourth-place finish.
Alyssa discusses the upcoming season, emphasizing that it is a celebration of drag, where queens from around the world have inspired her to abandon traditional drag norms and embrace authenticity without apology. When asked about what audiences can expect this season, Alyssa reveals that viewers will witness a fresh perspective from the queens, with the competition being more intense than ever before. Additionally, Alyssa expresses her solidarity with the LGBTQ community facing restrictive legislation, encouraging them to “embrace your true self, take pride in who you are, and walk confidently with your head held high.”
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In celebration of the new series, MTV, home of the flagship “RuPaul’s Drag Race” series, and World of Wonder have partnered with All Out – an international organization that fights for LGBTQ+ rights around the world – making a $100,000 donation to start the new fund.
The series begins streaming exclusively on Paramount+ on Friday, August 16th with two all-new episodes. The series will also be available on Paramount+ in Latin America, Brazil, Italy, Germany, Switzerland and Austria on Tuesday, September 20 and in France the following day, with Japan to follow later this year.