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RuPaul's Empire Expands: More Drag Race Incoming
16 Aug
Summary
- RuPaul's Drag Race renewed for Season 19 and All Stars for Season 12.
- The franchise celebrates 11 Emmy nominations, including for host RuPaul.
- World of Wonder thanks partners and fans for the show's global success.

RuPaul's Drag Race and its All Stars spinoff have been officially renewed, ensuring more drag competition for fans. MTV has greenlit Season 19 of RuPaul's Drag Race alongside its companion series, RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked. Paramount+ will also continue to host the franchise, ordering Season 12 of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars and its accompanying Untucked show.
This significant expansion coincides with the franchise's impressive 11 Emmy nominations, highlighting its sustained cultural impact. Host RuPaul Charles notably received his 11th consecutive nomination for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality Competition Program. World of Wonder, the production company behind the show, acknowledged the journey from a small dream to a global phenomenon, thanking partners and the dedicated community.
Season 18 of RuPaul's Drag Race saw increased viewership, culminating in Myki Meeks winning the crown. The recent season of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars introduced a 'Tournament of All Stars' format, with Crystal Methyd emerging as the season's champion and earning a place in the Hall of Fame.