Series 4 of RuPaul's Drag Race UK begins tonight
START YOUR ENGINES! 🔥
Start your engines and dig out your best wigs, as the hugely-antipcated fourth series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK has landed, with 12 brand new Drag Queens!
Who are the Queens on RuPaul's Drag Race UK series 4?
On Wednesday 7th September, bosses unveiled 12 brand new Drag Queens for the fourth series, with names such as Baby, Cheddar Gorgeous, Just May and Copper Top.
Meet the Queens for Drag Race UK series four below:
Baby
Age: 25
From: London
Cheddar Gorgeous
Age: 38
From: Manchester
Black Peppa
Age: 29
From: Birmingham
Danny Beard
Age: 29
From: Liverpool
Dakota Schiffer
Age: 22
From: Sussex
Jonbers Blonde
Age: 33
From: Northern Ireland
Copper Top
Age: 38
From: Cheltenham Spa
Just May
Age: 32
From: Essex
Le Fil
Age: 36
From: Brighouse
Pixie Polite
Age: 29
From: Brighton
Starlet
Age: 23
From: Johannesburg
Sminty Drop
Age: 23
From: Manchester
Fan can get to know the new Queens by watching the full Meet The Queens episode on BBC iPlayer now.
Who has been eliminated from RuPaul's Drag Race UK?
Week One: Just May
When does RuPaul's Drag Race UK start?
The hit show, which first aired in the UK back in 2019, lands at 9pm on Thursday 22nd September, on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer.
BBC bosses confirmed the news online sharing a promo video from the new series whilst writing: 'Start your engines… 🏁 #DragRaceUK returns to @bbcthree and @bbciplayer on 22 September! 😍✨'. (sic)
What time is RuPaul's Drag Race UK on?
Episodes land at 9pm.
What channel is RuPaul's Drag Race UK on?
The fourth series of Drag Race UK will air BBC Three and the BBC iPlayer.
Who is on the panel for RuPaul's Drag Race UK series 4?
Of course, RuPaul will appear alongside Drag Race legends Michelle Visage, Graham Norton and Alan Carr.
Who are the celebrity guests on RuPaul's Drag Race UK series 4?
On Wednesday 31st August, Drag Race UK bosses announced a whole host of celebrity guests for the fourth series!
Included in the incredible line-up is Dame Joanna Lumley, Alison Hammond, Hannah Waddingham, Aisling Bea, Cathy Dennis, Boy George, Lorraine Pascale and, Leomie Anderson.
Spice Girl Mel C and Years & Years singer Olly Alexander will also appear.
As if that wasn't enough, Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly and 2021 contestant AJ Odudu will appear for the famous Snatch Game, whilst professional dancer Giovanni Pernice helps the Queens with choreography.
Who won the last series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK?
Following a tense finale in 2021, Krystal Versace was crowned the winner of RuPaul's Drag Race UK series 3.
Who has won RuPaul's Drag Race?
As fans will know, Drag Race is global, with shows in countries such as America and Canada, as well as a number of All Star series.
Season 1: BeBe Zahara Benet
BeBe Zahara Benet was the very first winner of Ru Paul's Drag Race back in 2009! BeBe returned in 2018 to compete in the third season on Ru Paul's Drag Race: All Stars.
Season 2: Tyra Sanchez
Tyra Sanchez won the second season of Drag Race in 2010. Tyra retired from Drag in March 2020 after sharing a post on Instagram.
Season 3: Raja
Raja won the third season of Drag Race! Sutan Amrull, who performs as Raja, went on to work on America's Next Top Model as the show's make up artist. Sutan has worked with stars including Tyra Banks, Iggy Azalea and Twiggy.
Season 4: Sharon Needles
Sharon Needles was a fan favourite and took the Drag Race crown in 2012. Needles went on to release three studio albums and mentored season 10 winner Aquaria.
Season 5: Jinkx Monsoon
Jinkx Monsoon won the fifth season of Ru Paul's Drag Race in 2013 and went on to be placed in the top 20 'most powerful drag queens in America' list by New York magazine.
Season 6: Bianca Del Rio
Perhaps the most recognisable Drag Race winner, Bianca Del Rio took the crown back in 2014. Bianca has gone on to tour several stand-up shows including a headline gig at Wembley Arena - the first Drag Queen to ever do it!
Season 7: Violet Chachki
Violet Chachki won season seven of Drag Race after excelling in the fashion and design related challenges. Chachki has walked in fashion shows and attended the Met Gala in 2019.
Season 8: Bob the Drag Queen
Violet Chachki passed on the crown to Bob the Drag Queen in season eight of Drag Race. Caldwell Tidicue, who performs as Bob the Drag Queen, started doing drag after watching season one of Drag Race!
Season 9: Sasha Velour
Winner of season nine, Sasha Velour hails from Brooklyn in New York and is the stage name of Alexander Hedges Steinberg. Sasha Velour's lip sync to Whitney Houston's 'So Emotional' in the final helped secure the crown.
Season 10: Aquaria
Aquaria won the tenth season of Drag Race and was the first queen to win both the Drag Race ball and 'Snatch Game' in the same season.
Season 11: Yvie Oddly
A decade of Drag Race! Yvie Oddly was crowned in the eleventh season of the show and said that they pursued drag after watching previous winner Sharon Needles in season four.
Season 12: Jaida Essence Hall
Jaida Essence Hall won Drag Race season 12! She previously said that the name Jaida was inspired by a friend, who called her the name after she put on a wig for the first time.
Ru Paul's Drag Race UK Series 1: The Vivienne
The Vivienne was appointed the first UK Drag Race ambassador in 2015 and went on to win the very first series of Drag Race UK in 2019. Her impression of Donald Trump in 'Snatch Game' was described by judge Michelle Visage as one of the best they had ever seen.
Ru Paul's Drag Race UK Series 2: Lawrence Chaney
Lawrence Chaney won second series of Ru Paul's Drag Race UK and became the first Scottish queen to win the show!
Ru Paul's Drag Race UK Series 3: Krystal Versace
19-year-old Krystal Versace became the show's youngest ever winner in 2021.
RuPaul's Drag Race UK series 4 kicks off on Thursday 22nd September at 9pm.
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