It’s another season sure to be filled with gag-worthy moments from fan-favorite returning queens as Paramount+ and World of Wonder have officially announced the cast for the ninth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars. This comes only a few days after Nymphia Wind emerged victorious as RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 16 winner.
Consisting of only eight alumni from seasons one to 14 of the Emmy-winning reality competition series, all returning queens will be competing for a $200,000 cash prize, supplied through The Palette Fund foundation. Moreover, for the first time in Drag Race herstory, the contestant will compete on behalf of a charity of their choice.
All Stars Season 9 will have a two-episode premiere on May 17, with new episodes airing Fridays along with new Untucked episodes. The returning queens for All Stars Season 9 are as follows:
Gottmik (Season 13)
Chosen charity: Trans Lifeline
“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!”
Jorgeous (Season 14)
Chosen charity: National Alliance of Mental Illness
“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!”
Angeria Paris VanMichaels (Season 14)
Chosen charity: National Black Justice Collective
“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.”
Plastique Tiara (Season 11)
Chosen charity: The Asian American Foundation
“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.”
Vanessa Vanjie (Season 10, Season 11)
Chosen charity: The ASPCA
“Vanessa Vanjie Mateo 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.”
Roxxxy Andrews (Season 5, All Stars 2)
Chosen charity: Miracle of Love, Inc.
“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!”
Shannel (Season 1, All Stars 1)
Chosen charity: Anxiety and Depression Association of America
“Shannel was the first queen to ever enter the RuPaul’s Drag Race Werk Room, and now she’s back to make her-story 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!”
Nina West (Season 11)
Chosen charity: The Trevor Project
“Fresh from the Hairspray national tour, Nina West is bringing her performance powers back to the Main Stage. 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.”
