DRAG RACE MÉXICO UNVEILS THE 11 QUEENS WHO WILL COMPETE IN MEXICO'S MOST ANTICIPATED DRAG COMPETITION
DRAG RACE MÉXICO PREMIERES JUNE 22ND ON MTV, PARAMOUNT+ AND WOW PRESENTS PLUS
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LOS ANGELES – MAY 24, 2023 – MTV, Paramount+ and World of Wonder (WOW) unveiled the cast of queens that will participate in the first season of Drag Race México. The highly anticipated drag competition will premiere on June 22nd in Latin America on MTV and Paramount+, and on WOW Presents Plusworldwide, excluding Mexico. The reality show will also be available on Paramount+ in the U.S. at a later date that’s soon to be announced.
On Drag Race México, eleven contestants seek to take home the crown, become Mexico's next drag superstar and win a grand cash prize. The series will be hosted by drag superstars and former Drag Racecontestants themselves, Lolita Banana and Valentina.
The cast hitting the drag catwalk in hopes of winning the crown are:
ARGENNIS
Instagram: @argennisdragqueen
Best known as the Chameleonic Queen and named the best Drag Queen of Ciudad Juarez, Argennis has a career spanning 10 years and has been loved and cheered on by her fellow hometown citizens.
CRISTIAN PERALTA
Instagram: @cristianperaltatransformista
From Jalisco, to the world. Originally from San Pedro, Tlaquepaque, Cristian Peralta has 15 years of experience in the entertainment world, with three years in the world of drag showcasing her talent as a comedian, dancer, makeup artist and impersonator, touring the country.
GALA VARO
Instagram:@gala.varo
The dangerous lady, queen of air, fire and heart. Originally from Morelia, Michoacán, Gala Varo has more than 15 years of experience as a performer in Mexico and five years since she first made her appearance in the drag world.
LADY KERO
Instagram:@lady_kero
Lady Kero has a vibrant spirit and a soul of steel. Born and raised in Oaxaca, Kero claims that the history, culture, and traditions of her hometown inspired her to create her drag character. She has “mezcal in her blood, pithaya lips and a heart of cheese” - a true delicacy for Mexico and the world.
MARGARET Y YA
Instagram: @margaretyya
The sweet and sour Gemini queen of Mexico City. A popstar on stage and a beast on social media, Margaret Y Ya is ready to capture the audience's hearts.
MATRAKA
Instagram: @matraka_traka
Originally from Guanajuato, Matraka is a visual artist, dancer and actress. Her art is inspired by Latin American folklore and evokes strong feelings of nostalgia.
MISS VALLARTA
Instagram: @miss_vallarta
Originally from the Mexican coastal town Puerto Vallarta, the Mexican rose proudly wears the color of Mexico on her skin.
PIXIE PIXIE
Instagram: @pixie.pixie_
The queen of black and white, originally from Mexico City with over 10 years of experience in the drag scene, Pixie Pixie is influenced by goth culture, conceptual fashion, and Mexican surrealism.
REGINA VOCE
Instagram: @reginavocedrag
Mexican actress, singer, dancer, vocal coach and makeup artist with more than 30 years in the entertainment business; she is also known for her roles in productions such as Cirque Du Soleil, Rock of Ages, Les Miserables, and Queen of the Universe, among others.
SERENA MORENA
Instagram: @serenamorena_drag
Serena Morena is a drag icon in the Bajío region of Mexico. Subtle yet shocking, this queen has seven years of experience on stage and was crowned the winner of "The Best" competition, earning her the title as the best performer in her native city, Aguascalientes.
VERMELHA NOIR
Instagram: @vermelhanoir
From Querétaro, Vermelha is here to prove that drag art also thrives beyond nightlife. She declares herself to be in love with Mexican culture and art. Vermelha Noir has over four years of experience in artistic makeup, performance and character design and has been part of both national and international drag projects.
DRAG RACE MÉXICO is the Mexican edition of the multi Emmy® Award-winning television and cultural phenomenon, RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE.
Fenton Bailey, Randy Barbato, Tom Campbell and RuPaul Charles are executive producers of World of Wonder.
DRAG RACE MÉXICO is sponsored by SPRITE “No te Calientes”, Levi's® and is in partnership with The Trevor Project.
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About Drag Race:
"RuPaul's Drag Race," an Emmy®-winning reality competition show, is hosted by multi Emmy® Award-winning celebrity drag star RuPaul. Contestants battle in design, comedy, dance and lipsync challenges as they seek to take home the crown and the coveted title of "America's Next Drag Superstar." RuPaul's Drag Race is now the most awarded reality competition show in Emmy history.
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About World Of Wonder:
World of Wonder (WOW) has reshaped international pop culture, earning 30 Emmys, inspiring two Oscars, creating global network WOW Presents Plus across 190 territories, and bringing drag culture to the world stage via RuPaul’s Drag Race and DragCon. WOW’s pioneering television portfolio includes other smash-hit franchises like Million Dollar Listing. Their film division WOW Docs produces groundbreaking documentaries including Mapplethorpe: Look at the Pictures, Party Monster, and The Eyes of Tammy Faye. WOW also operates YouTube channel WOWPresents, music label World of Wonder Records, the WOW Podcast Network, and year-round international live events. Co-founders Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato have been profiled in Variety’s Reality TV Impact Report. Honors for their trailblazing work include the IDA Pioneer Award, Realscreen’s Global 100 list, and the OUT 100. In 2022, World of Wonder was ranked #2 among film and TV powerhouses in Fast Company’s World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies.