RuPaul's Drag Race
The first-ever British series is staying true to the US version when it launches on BBC Three in October.
At this year’s UK DragWorld convention, drag kings performed as well as drag queens. Despite queens being the most popular, other interpretations of drag are starting to gain greater recognition across the country. And as the UK looks to welcome RuPaul’s Drag Race in the Autumn, the scene looks set to take off further.
Television presenter Anneka Rice is the 15th and final contestant announced for this year's Strictly Come Dancing. She will join, among others, Made in Chelsea star Jamie Laing, RuPaul's Drag Race judge Michelle Visage, CBBC presenter Karim Zeroual and former Coronation Street actress Catherine Tyldesley.
Made in Chelsea star Jamie Laing is the latest celebrity to be confirmed as a contestant for this year's edition of BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing. He joins a host of other celebs, including RuPaul's Drag Race judge Michelle Visage, CBBC presenter Karim Zeroual and former Coronation Street actress Catherine Tyldesley.
The news was buried in a press release confirming Michelle for the BBC ballroom show.
The RuPaul's Drag Race star is going from judging to being judged.
The series will land on BBC Three this autumn.
They will be joined by singer MNEK on the upcoming BBC Three version of the hit show.
The season 11 victor admitted RuPaul "keeps her distance" while filming the show.
It's also been announced Twiggy will be joining Mama Ru and Michelle Visage on the BBC Three series.