RuPauls

RuPauls commonly refers to RuPaul's Drag Race, a reality competition franchise created by RuPaul and produced by World of Wonder. The original series premiered in 2009 on Logo TV and later moved to VH1, gaining international popularity. The show features drag performers who compete in a series of challenges—such as fashion design, acting, comedy, and impersonation—culminating in weekly runway presentations and lip-sync battles. Contestants are eliminated until a winner is crowned, with prize packages and recognition varying by season.

RuPaul Andre Charles (born May 17, 1960) is an American drag queen, actor, singer, and television host. He rose to fame in the 1990s with music and television appearances and is widely recognized as a leading figure in LGBTQ media representation. He hosts RuPaul's Drag Race and serves as a head judge, guiding the show's creative direction. The franchise has won multiple Emmy Awards for Outstanding Reality-Competition Program.

RuPaul's Drag Race has spawned several spin-offs, including RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars (featuring returning contestants). International versions include Drag Race UK, Canada’s Drag Race, and Drag Race Australia and New Zealand, among others. The format has been adapted for several countries and streaming platforms, expanding the show's global reach.

The franchise has influenced fashion, drag performance, and mainstream discussions of gender and sexuality. It has also faced critique regarding representation, labor practices, and treatment of contestants, prompting ongoing public discourse around reality television and LGBTQ media.