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'RuPaul’s Drag Race Global All Stars’ full cast list: Meet the 12 queens competing worldwide

RuPaul's Drag Race Global All Stars premieres on Paramount+ August 16 with 12 international drag queens competing

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'RuPaul's Drag Race Global All Stars' is the much-anticipated season, featuring twelve of the most talented queens from across the globe, all set to give the audience the ultimate pageant extravaganza. It is set to premiere on August 16, 2024, at 8 pm ET on Paramount+, and this new series promises the crème de la crème in international drag as they go neck and neck for a cash prize of $200,000 and an ultrasought-after place within the 'Drag Race' Hall of Fame.

Each queen has already made her own mark on her home country's version of 'Drag Race’, readying them for a competition stage at the global level. From the very charismatic Alyssa Edwards of the United States to the elegant Soa de Muse from France, these queens bring in very different styles, personalities, and performances. Look forward to a stylishly dressed showcase of drama and flair, as each queen stakes their claim on the top spot. Join us as we introduce each of the queens and what makes them standout competitors in this most exciting global competition.

Athena Likis

She's 27 years old, living in Brussels, Belgium. The world got to know this queen as soon as she was named the first runner-up on the first season of 'Drag Race Belgique’. With her dynamic performances and creative, ambitious fashion, which never goes unnoticed, she's confident in her makeup skills without a single flaw. It's really beautiful to see how bits of Belgian culture find their way into her drag. This has made Athena, who performs this way, have an edge over so many others, and her return to the world stage is eagerly awaited. By now, the fans are also looking forward to watching her creativity and competitiveness come into play in this international competition.

Alyssa Edwards

Alyssa is a 44-year-old celebrated Dallas, Texas, drag legend who has left her mark on both Season 5 of 'RuPaul's Drag Race' and 'All Stars 2.' With her larger-than-life personality, great dance moves, and unforgettable catchphrases, Alyssa became a character so dear in the world of drag.

Outside of Drag Race, she has also starred in her Netflix series, 'Dancing Queen', which follows her dance studio, Beyond Belief Dance Company. Alyssa's return is expected to delight fans who have grown to love this perfect blend of humor, talent, and heart. Her presence in the 'Global All Stars' promises high energy and unforgettable moments.

Eva Le Queen

Eva Le Queen, the 36-year-old reigning queen from Marikina, whose drag really set off in the first season of 'Drag Race Philippines’, and eventually got placed third. With a punch for fine looks and compelling performances, she has always been ahead of everyone by enthralling audiences and judges with fine presentations. As the world would love to see her cultural flair and artistic vision on an international platform, Eva is expected to participate in 'Global All Stars'. 

Gala Varo

Gala Varo is a 34-year-old queen from Morelia, Mexico, who placed as a runner-up for the very first season of 'Drag Race México.' She is a queen who is outstandingly well known for her dramatic performances and spot-on fashion sense and often draws on Mexican heritage in her drag to underscore cultural richness. She is often spotted in detailed and impactful stage costumes.

However, it's Gala's ability to combine the power and intensity of culture with the aesthetics of drag that have landed her in many people's hearts. With this showgirl's signature style and dramatic flair, viewers can't wait to see how she's gonna hold up on the world stage.

Kitty Scott-Claus

Kitty Scott-Claus, 31, is a drag queen from Birmingham who became somewhat of a household name. She was the runner-up of Season 3 of 'Drag Race UK’. With a big personality and an even bigger sense of humor, Kitty Scott-Claus fizzes with quick wit and mixes glamour with chuckles aplenty. Her performances are often characterized by their comedic aspects, which makes her a standout within the UK drag scene. Kitty understands how to sway an audience with her charm, and sweet endearing character. Thus, she has amassed quite the large following. She is also very much expected to return for the competition on 'Global All Stars' and have an impact on comedy and fashions across borders.

Kween Kong

Kong is a 31-year-old queen from South Auckland, New Zealand who became the Season 2 runner-up of 'Drag Race Down Under’. Her fierce style of performance, coupled with a powerhouse of stage presence, has always given the drag scene something to look up to her for. Often, many of her performances are characteristically powerful and dramatic, reflecting great personality with an artistic vision in this genre. She has got a lot of followers due to this factor of engaging audiences through dynamic performances. Fans are excited to witness how this bold and powerful drag is going to give a killing performance on the global stage in 'Global All Stars’.

Miranda Lebrao

Miranda Lebrao is a 34 years old queen from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This eloquent queen took a 2nd place in the very first season of 'Drag Race Brasil’. With her dynamic performances and versatile looks, Miranda expresses her drag through the culture and traditions of Brazil. Everyone was waiting for Miranda to join 'Global All Stars' - this would be the first opportunity for fans to see her charismatic nature of Brazilian contemporary drag ferociousness and passion coming to the world's stage. Equipped with talent, a dynamic way of being, and artistic power, she is a threat to be reckoned with.

Nehellenia

Nehellenia is a 33-year-old queen hailing from Rome, Italy. She was crowned as the runner-up on the second season of 'Drag Race Italia’. Elegant and sophisticated are some of the words viewers might use to describe Nehellenia; she mainly takes inspiration from Italian art and fashion. She is a standout in the Italian scene, being one of its graceful and refined queens. Nehellenia is one of the most favorite queens in Italy, with her great ability to blend classical features with contemporary drag. Fans are very much looking forward to her contribution in 'Global All Stars' and cannot wait for her to grace this global arena with Italian sophistication and artistry.

Pythia

Hailing from Montreal, Canada, Pythia is a 28-year-old queen and was the Season 2 runner-up of 'Drag Race Canada'. Known for avant-garde drag that borders on innovation, she usually brings a mythical or fantastic aspect into most of her performances. What makes her stand out in the Canadian drag scene is her innovation in the approach to drag. Pythia has built quite an enormous fan base by pushing boundaries and challenging norms. Her appearance on 'Global All Stars' guarantees to bring a new dimension of ingenuity to the competition, and the fans are more than ready to see her continue to push the art in innovation on an international level.

Soa de Muse

A 35-year-old queen from Saint-Denis, France, Soa de Muse has become the runner-up in Season 1 of 'Drag Race France’. She's a very stagey, theatrical performer with absolutely stunning looks. Soa de Muse often weaves elements of French culture and history into her drag. Besides, she can create dramatic and emotionally powerful presentations. Her fans await Soa de Muse's participation in 'Global All Stars’, who wants to see her showcasing the passion and artistry of French drag to the world. Her dynamic and theatrical style will make her one hard competitor to contend with.

Tessa Testicle

The 25-year-old from Basel, Switzerland, first made waves when she came in eighth on the inaugural season of Germany's 'Drag Race’. Famous for her twisted style, Tessa is often seen weaving humor and satire into her acts. Tessa can break down all conventions of typical drag, making her one of the most peculiar and unforgettable queens of the show. If there is something to expect from 'Global All Stars,' fans can count on Tessa bringing something different and bold to the stage. She is quite bold and innovative, and this promises to add a little something new to the competition.

Vanity Vain

Hailing from Linköping, Sweden, Vanity Vain is a 31-year-old queen who finished third on the first season of 'Drag Race Sverige’. She is known for her highly polished looks, often looking directly towards the past at classic icons of beauty and fashion. Her skill in creating sumptuous and glossy presentations has, in reality, distinguished her heads and shoulders above everyone else on the Swedish drag scene. Over and over, Vanity's stint in 'Global All Stars' is a much anticipated one. Fans would be thrilled to see how gracefully she would drag her elegance and poise on an international stage. Her highly cultured and polished approach in presenting herself ensures positioning her head and shoulders above the rest internationally.