Everything to Know About 'RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars' Season 9 Including the Winner
You never have to wait long for a new season of RuPaul's Drag Race. While Season 16 may have just crowned Nymphia Wind as America's Next Drag Superstar, another batch of queens has entered the Werk Room. That's right! RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9 has arrived to Paramount+.
As Mama Ru likes to do with All Stars, the format for Season 9 will be very different from previous seasons of the show. Not only will it be a non-elimination season like Season 7, but the queens won't be competing to take home $200,000. Rather, they'll each be competing for a charity with their winnings sent off to those in need.
Read on to find out everything we know about RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9.
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Who won RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9?
Angeria Paris VanMichaels
In a bit of an upset, Angeria managed to squeak by Roxxxy at the last second to snatch the crown. Angeria did have a strong season, also winning four maxi challenges, including the first and last of the season. Angeria is a lip sync assassin herself, winning all four of her lip syncs this season (if you don't count the LaLaPaRuZa). She may still be an "ug-a-lay bitch" but now she's one with a brand new crown.
The RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9 leaderboard
After all the dust settled, here's the final Benefactress Badge count for the season.
Angeria Paris VanMichaels — 6
Roxxxy Andrews — 5
Vanessa Vanjie Mateo — 5
Jorgeous — 4
Nina West — 4
Plastique Tiara — 4
Shannel — 3
Gottmik — 2
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Who won each episode of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9 and who got cut off?
Here's the winners of each episode so far along with who they decided to cut off:
Episode 1: Angeria Paris VanMichaels (cut off Roxxxy Andrews)
Episode 2: Gottmik (cut off Angeria Paris VanMichaels)
Episode 3: Gottmik (cut off Jorgeous)
Episode 4: Roxxxy Andrews & Vanessa Vanjie Mateo (cut off Angeria Paris VanMichaels)
Episode 5: Roxxxy Andrews (cut off Gottmik)
Episode 6: Angeria Paris VanMichaels (cut off Roxxxy Andrews)
Episode 7: Angeria Paris VanMichaels (cut off Gottmik)
Episode 8: Roxxxy Andrews (cut off Angeria Paris VanMichaels)
Episode 9: Shannel & Jorgeous (no one cut of)
Episode 10: Roxxxy Andrews
Episode 11: No winner
Episode 12: Angeria Paris VanMichaels & Vanessa Vanjie Mateo
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When is the finale of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9?
The two part finale will stream on Paramount+ on consecutive Fridays, July 19 and 26. with the top three queens who have earned the most Benefactress Badges this season competing against one another for the crown.
When did RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9 premiere?
The series premiered on Friday, May 17, 2024.The first two episodes dropped on May 17 with Keke Palmer and Stephanie Hsu serving as the guest judges.
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What is the twist of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9?
So far, two new twists have been added to All Stars 9, but there will likely be more as the season progresses. First, All Stars 9 will be a non-elimination season like All Stars 7, where the queens will compete each week for points and losers won't be sent home. Second, the queens will be competing for charity, so their prize money will not go directly to them, but a charity of their choosing.
Episode 3 also added a twist in which the top two (Gottmik and Nina West) were given an additional Benefactress Badge to give to another queen. In Episode 9, the top two (Jorgeous and Shannel) also received extra badges to give away.
Two twist were announced in Episode 11. The first was that the winners of the final maxi challenge in Episode 12 would receive three benefactress badges instead of just one. The second is the Double Diamond, which the queens voted to give to one of their competing queens. The one with the most votes will double the amount of badges that they have after the Episode 12 talent show.
Who is in the cast of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9?
Angeria Paris VanMichaels (Season 14)
Angeria is back, you ug-aly bitch! The sweet southern belle from the ATL uses her irresistible drawl and comedic charisma to captivate the judges. A stunning Season 14 finalist who checks all the boxes, Angeria is ready to claim her spot in the Drag Race Hall of Fame.
Charity: National Black Justice Collective — Since 2003, NBJC, now known as the National Black Justice Collective, has been America’s leading national civil rights organization dedicated to the empowerment of Black lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer+ and same gender loving (LGBTQ+/SGL) people, including people living with HIV/AIDS. Its mission is to end racism/anti-Blackness and LGBTQ+ bias, stigma and discrimination so that every member of the beautifully diverse community can be free.
Gottmik (Season 13)
Since Season 13, Gottmik has become a darling of the fashion world, strutting runways and striking poses for the world’s top design houses. But this bona fide trendsetter is more than a style icon—Gottmik's got the wit and wiles needed to snatch the ALL STARS crown!
Charity: Trans Lifeline — Trans Lifeline is a grassroots hotline, advocacy and micro-grants non-profit offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis – for the trans community, by the trans community.
Jorgeous (Season 14)
Hello-tis, it’s your girl Jorgeous! The Lip-Sync Assassin of Season 14 is back. Jorgeous may be small, but she is BIG competition. This pocket-sized dynamo has irresistible charm, stunning looks and the performance skills to make her a serious contender to take it all!
Charity: National Alliance of Mental Illness — The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental health conditions.
Nina West (Season 11)
Fresh from the Hairspray national tour, Nina West is bringing her performance powers back to the Mainstage. As Season 11’s Miss Congeniality, Nina won over fans with her kindness, but make no mistake—with top-notch acting chops and killer comedy skills, this Broadway baby is here to slay.
Charity: The Trevor Project — The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ+ young people. Trevor offers 24/7 crisis services, connecting highly trained counselors with LGBTQ+ young people whenever they need support. To drive prevention efforts, The Trevor Project also operates robust research, advocacy, education and peer support programs.
Plastique Tiara (Season 11)
Plastique Tiara is back, bolder and more beautiful than ever! Since Season 11, she's racked up the largest social media following of any Drag Race alum. Now, the TikTok icon is ready to make ALL STARS 9 her most viral moment yet. With the likes and the lewks, she’s set her sights on the crown.
Charity: The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) — The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) serves the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community in their pursuit of belonging and prosperity that is free from discrimination, slander and violence. Launched in 2021 in response to the rise in anti-Asian hate and to address the long-standing underinvestment in AANHPI communities, TAAF convenes all sectors to fight against hate and violence, reclaim narratives and celebrate stories through core pillars of Anti-Hate, Education, Narrative Change and Resources & Representation. Through high-impact initiatives, events and investments in national and local nonprofits, TAAF is creating a permanent and irrevocable sense of belonging for millions of AANHPIs in the United States. For additional information about TAAF, please visit www.taaf.org.
Roxxxy Andrew (Season 5, All Stars 2)
She's Roxxxy Andrews, and she's here to make it clear: This show-stopping legend is back to put her signature "thick and juicy" talents to devastating use. Bitches better beware!
Charity: Miracle of Love — Miracle of Love, Inc. (MOL) is an organization founded by Mr. Stafford in 1991 for the distinct purpose of providing accessible HIV/AIDS prevention programming and supportive assistance to service the multicultural needs of communities in Central Florida, namely Orange, Seminole, Lake and Osceola counties. Today, Miracle of Love, Inc. is a nonprofit corporation under the laws of the Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). This community-based minority HIV/AIDS organization is the oldest in Central Florida. MOL continues to be, with over 29 valuable and outstanding years of service, a repository for education, support, care, community advocacy and referral services.
Shannel (Season 1, All Stars 1)
Shannel was the first Queen to ever enter the RuPaul’s Drag Race Werk Room, and now she’s back to make herstory all over again! This ultimate Vegas showgirl is ready to remind the world how classic drag is done and to prove that she is still the one to beat!
Charity: Anxiety and Depression Association of America — The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) is a global nonprofit committed to advancing research and helping people overcome anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, bipolar disorder and related conditions.
Vanessa Vanjie (Season 10, 11)
Vanessa Vanjie became the breakout star of Season 10 after just one episode—and nearly made it to the top on Season 11! Fresh from world tours, the Vegas stage and a major glow-up, she’s showing up with her "lightning in a bottle" personality and the skills to claim her crown.
Charity: ASPCA — The ASPCA believes every animal deserves to live a life free from suffering. For more than 150 years, the ASPCA has been on the frontlines to save, transform and protect the lives of millions of dogs, cats, equines and farm animals in the fight against animal cruelty and homelessness.
What prize does the winner of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9 win?
In this new season, eight fan-favorite queens return to use their drag superpowers for good, competing to win a supersized donation of $200,000, provided by The Palette Fund, for a charity of their choosing. The Palette Fund is a private foundation dedicated to breaking down barriers and advancing social change in communities that are under-resourced and facing significant challenges. This season marks the first time in franchise herstory where the queens are competing for charity and harnessing their drag skills to win money for a variety of organizations.
How many seasons of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars are there?
There have been eight seasons of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars that have already aired. The upcoming season will be the ninth.
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Is there a trailer for RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9?
On April 23, 2024, the Meet the Queens video dropped on the RuPaul's Drag Race YouTube channel.
And the full All Stars 9 trailer arrived on May 1.
Who are the guest judges on RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9?
Ahead of All Stars 9, Paramount+ released the full slate of guest judges they include:
Alec Mapa (comedian, host and actor)
Anitta (musician)
Brothers Osborne (country musicians)
Colton Haynes (actor and model)
Connie Britton (actor)
Jeremy Scott (fashion designer)
Keke Palmer (actor and host)
Kristine W (musician)
Ruta Lee (actor and dancer)
Stephanie Hsu (actor)
Will RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9 include Untucked?
Yes! As with previous seasons of Paramount+, All Stars will be accompanied each week with a separate episode of Untucked. You can also watch those on Paramount+.
How do I watch RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9?
All Stars 9 will be airing exclusively on Paramount+ just like the last few seasons of All Stars have.
Will RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9 air on Paramount+?
Yes! All Stars 9 will air on Paramount+ as the last few seasons have.
Will RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9 air on Hulu?
No. While Drag Race used to have a deal with Hulu, no new seasons of the show have gone onto the streamer in a few years, as they now stream on Paramount+ instead.
Will RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9 air on MTV?
No. While RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16 aired on MTV, no season of All Stars has aired on the channel.
Will RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 9 air on VH1?
No. While seasons of Drag Race previously aired on VH1, they no longer air there and so it would be odd for All Stars to air now.
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