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RuPaul's Drag Race Film: Stars React to Iconic Forgetfulness
19 Jun
Summary
- The new Drag Race film, Stop! That! Train!, is a box office hit.
- RuPaul's frequent name forgetfulness is a running joke among cast.
- Stars like Adam Shankman and Ginger Minj shared their amusement.
Stop! That! Train!, the first feature film set within the RuPaul's Drag Race universe, is enjoying significant success, attracting enthusiastic audiences. The movie boasts an impressive cast and crew, assembled by mother RuPaul herself. During the film's promotional tour, RuPaul's tendency to occasionally forget names has become a notable and recurring theme, amusing both fans and the film's stars.
Director Adam Shankman shared his perspective on RuPaul forgetting his name at the movie's premiere, viewing it as a sign of having 'arrived' given the vast number of people RuPaul meets. Similarly, Ginger Minj highlighted RuPaul's forgetfulness during an interview about her participation in the Tournament of All Stars, while still appreciating the positive relationship she has with RuPaul.
Other beloved Drag Race queens, including Brooke Lynn Hytes, Symone, Marcia Marcia Marcia, and Latrice Royale, also feature in the campy film. They have expressed pride and joy in being part of this "herstoric" project, with some drawing parallels to iconic film characters and celebrating the opportunity to be included in RuPaul's special endeavors.
