{"id":156374,"date":"2023-04-24T23:33:36","date_gmt":"2023-04-24T23:33:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culture.org\/?p=156374"},"modified":"2023-06-12T13:58:15","modified_gmt":"2023-06-12T13:58:15","slug":"rupauls-drag-race-all-stars-8-queens-return-for-the-crown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culture.org\/art-and-culture\/rupauls-drag-race-all-stars-8-queens-return-for-the-crown\/","title":{"rendered":"RuPaul&#8217;s Drag Race All Stars 8: Queens Return for the Crown"},"content":{"rendered":"           <!--  <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\n                jQuery(document).ready(function() {\r\n                    jQuery(\".key-accordion-item .key-menu\").on(\"click\", function() {\r\n                        if (jQuery(this).parent().hasClass(\"active\")) {\r\n                            jQuery(this).next().slideUp();\r\n                            jQuery(this).parent().removeClass(\"active\");\r\n                        } else {\r\n                         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internationally.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>The cast boasts a diverse range of talent from over 10 different seasons, including a trans trailblazer and two Miss Congeniality winners.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>The All Stars spin-off has provided a second chance for standout queens from previous seasons to return to the competition and vie for a spot in the Drag Race Hall of Fame, and has become an essential part of the Drag Race franchise with a history of unforgettable moments and legendary winners.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>Fans can expect another season filled with fierce competition, jaw-dropping runway looks, and memorable performances from a cast hailing from multiple seasons of the original show and Canada's Drag Race.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>The show has become a cultural phenomenon, redefining the world of drag and creating a platform for talented queens to showcase their creativity, charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent, while pushing the boundaries of inclusivity and diversity in the entertainment industry.<\/li>\r\n                                                <\/ul>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            \n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RuPaul&#8217;s Drag Race All Stars 8 is set to return with an exciting new season featuring 12 returning queens from various seasons, including a fan-favorite from Canada&#8217;s Drag Race.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The season will premiere on May 12 on Paramount+ in the US and WOW Presents Plus in the UK and internationally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The All Stars 8 cast boasts a diverse range of talent from over 10 different seasons, including a trans trailblazer and two Miss Congeniality winners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>A Glittering Cast Ready to Slay<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The queens competing for the coveted $200,000 prize and a spot in the Drag Race Hall of Fame are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Alexis Michelle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Season 9) &#8211; A Broadway performer from New York City, Alexis is eager to claim her spot in the Hall of Fame after her top-five finish in Season 9.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Darienne Lake<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Season 6) &#8211; This comedy queen made a big splash in Season 6 and is now back after a transformative weight loss journey.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Heidi N Closet<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Season 12, Miss Congeniality winner) &#8211; The small-town girl turned star is back to prove she has what it takes to win the crown.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Jaymes Mansfield<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Season 9) &#8211; A bubbly, blonde bombshell with a penchant for classic showbiz sparkle, Jaymes is ready to take the stage again.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Jessica Wild<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Season 2) &#8211; The talented Puerto Rican powerhouse is back to prove her singing, dancing, and comedic skills.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Jimbo<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Canada&#8217;s Drag Race Season 1, RuPaul&#8217;s Drag Race UK vs. the World) &#8211; The first-ever queen from an international franchise to compete on a non-winners season of All Stars, Jimbo is ready to bring home the crown.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kahanna Montrese<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Season 11) &#8211; This Las Vegas showgirl is doubling down on her pursuit of the ultimate jackpot: the All Stars crown.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kandy Muse<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Season 13) &#8211; The outspoken and outrageous queen from the Bronx is back to remind the world what &#8220;star quality&#8221; is all about.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lala Ri<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Season 13, Miss Congeniality winner) &#8211; The fierce fan-favorite is back to claim her spot in the Drag Race Hall of Fame.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Monica Beverly Hillz<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Season 5) &#8211; The trailblazing trans queen returns to serve face and fashion on her way to the Drag Race Hall of Fame.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mrs. Kasha Davis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Season 7) &#8211; The international celebrity housewife and Drag Story Hour hostess is back to turn a new page in her Drag Race journey.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Naysha Lopez<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Season 8) &#8211; Chicago&#8217;s hardest-working pageant queen is ready for the biggest contest of her career.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>                        <!-- <div class=\"container-c\"> -->\r\n                        <!-- <div class=\"row justify-content-between\"> -->\r\n                        <!-- <div class=\"col-post-800\"> -->\r\n                        <!-- start html -->\r\n                        <div class=\"blockquote-wapper\">\r\n                            <div>\r\n                                <span class=\"text_quot\">\r\n                                    <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The All Stars 8 cast boasts a diverse range of talent from over 10 different seasons, including a trans trailblazer and two Miss Congeniality winners.<\/span><\/p>\n                                <\/span>\r\n\r\n                 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performances.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fans can&#8217;t wait to see which queen will join the ranks of legendary All Stars winners in the Drag Race Hall of Fame, like Chad Michaels, Alaska, Trixie Mattel, Mon\u00e9t X Change, Trinity The Tuck, Shea Coule\u00e9, and Kylie Sonique Love.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>A Decade of Drag Race and All Stars Excellence<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over the years, RuPaul&#8217;s Drag Race has become a cultural phenomenon, redefining the world of drag and creating a platform for talented queens to showcase their creativity, charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since its inception in 2009, the show has not only entertained viewers around the globe but also pushed the boundaries of inclusivity and diversity in the entertainment industry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The All Stars spin-off, which debuted in 2012, has provided a second chance for standout queens from previous seasons to return to the competition and vie for a spot in the Drag Race Hall of Fame.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a history of unforgettable moments and legendary winners like Trixie Mattel, Shea Coul\u00e9e, and Kylie Sonique Love, All Stars has become an essential part of the Drag Race franchise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we gear up for the eighth installment of All Stars, fans can expect another season filled with fierce competition, jaw-dropping runway looks, and memorable performances.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a cast hailing from multiple seasons of the original show and even Canada&#8217;s Drag Race, All Stars 8 is set to be an exciting and unpredictable journey, proving once again that the world of drag knows no 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