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RuPaul's Drag Race: Why This Show Changed Everything
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If you follow the world of drag closely or even loosely, you know this name. RuPaul's Drag Race isn't just a reality competition show: it became the cultural launchpad that propelled drag from underground clubs to a worldwide mainstream phenomenon. The Concept, for Newcomers Each season, around a dozen drag queens compete through creative challenges: rapid-fire sewing, comedy, singing, dancing, and of course the iconic final lip-sync where two contestants give it everything to stay in the competition. RuPaul reigns as head judge, joined by a panel that evaluates charisma, uniqueness, stage presence, and talent — the show's legendary acronym,...