The Most Famous Drag Queen of All Time: Celebrating an Iconic Figure
Voting rules: Choose the Drag queen you think is the most famous!
Jun 16, 2023 10:18 (Updated on Dec 2, 2023 10:53)
Step right up and cast your vote in the ultimate showdown of fabulousness! Here at StrawPoll, we're on a glamorous mission to crown the most famous drag queen of all time, and we need your help. From legendary trailblazers to modern-day divas, our list of contenders features the fiercest and most fabulous queens from across the globe. So, put on your highest heels, grab your most sparkling sequins, and sashay your way over to our dazzling poll. Vote for your favorite queen or suggest a missing icon who deserves the spotlight. It's time to make herstory together and celebrate the shimmering legacy of drag royalty. Don't miss out on this extravaganza - join the fierce party now and let your voice be heard!
Who Is the Most Famous Drag Queen of All Time?
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157votesRuPaul Andre Charles is an American drag queen, actor, model, singer, songwriter, and television personality. He is widely regarded as the most famous and successful drag queen of all time, thanks to his Emmy-winning reality competition show RuPaul's Drag Race.
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238votesHarris Glenn Milstead, better known by his stage name Divine, was an American actor, singer, and drag queen. Divine's outrageous and often grotesque performances in John Waters' films made him a cult icon and a trailblazer for drag queens everywhere.
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David Shankbone · CC BY 3.0Lady Bunny is an American drag queen, DJ, and promoter who helped pioneer the New York City drag scene in the 1980s. She is known for her outrageous humor, political activism, and larger-than-life persona. -
49votesDame Edna Everage is a character created and performed by Australian comedian Barry Humphries. This larger-than-life drag queen is known for her purple hair, rhinestone glasses, and sharp tongue. She has been entertaining audiences for over 50 years.
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hinnk · CC BY-SA 3.0Adore Delano is the stage name of Danny Noriega, an American drag queen, singer, and songwriter. She rose to fame on the sixth season of RuPaul's Drag Race and has since released several successful albums. -
612votesBianca Del Rio is the stage name of Roy Haylock, an American drag queen, comedian, and costume designer. She is the winner of the sixth season of RuPaul's Drag Race and has since become one of the most popular and successful queens in the franchise's history.
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712votesRaja Gemini is the stage name of Sutan Amrull, an American drag queen, makeup artist, and fashion designer. She is the winner of the third season of RuPaul's Drag Race and has since worked with some of the biggest names in the fashion industry.
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85votesAlyssa Edwards is the stage name of Justin Johnson, an American drag queen, choreographer, and reality television personality. She is best known for her appearances on the fifth season of RuPaul's Drag Race and the spin-off series RuPaul's Drag Race: All Stars.
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910votesDina Martina is the stage name of Grady West, an American drag queen, comedian, and singer. Her bizarre and surreal performances have earned her a cult following and critical acclaim.
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102votesChi Chi DeVayne was the stage name of Zavion Davenport, an American drag queen and reality television personality. She rose to fame on the eighth season of RuPaul's Drag Race and was known for her infectious personality and stunning performances.
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This is a community-based ranking of the most famous drag queen of all time. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or Drag queen is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!
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Voting Rules
A participant may cast an up or down vote for each Drag queen once every 24 hours. The rank of each Drag queen is then calculated from the weighted sum of all up and down votes.
More information on most famous drag queen of all time
In recent years, drag culture has exploded into the mainstream with the rise of shows like RuPaul's Drag Race. However, the art of drag has a rich history dating back to the early 20th century. Throughout the years, there have been countless drag queens who have made a name for themselves in the entertainment industry. From the legendary Divine to the iconic RuPaul, the world of drag has seen its fair share of trailblazers and pioneers. But who can claim the title of the most famous drag queen of all time? Let's take a closer look.
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