A landmark shift for RuPaul's Drag Race UK's sixth season
In short: For the first time in the franchise's British history, the competition has introduced a significant cash prize. As the sixth series prepares to captivate audiences on BBC Three, the stakes have never been higher for the drag performers vying for glory.
The sixth series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, which began filming in January 2024, marks a major evolution for the British iteration of the global franchise. For the first time, the competition will award a cash prize of £25,000 to the winner, a significant departure from previous seasons. The series was officially announced to the public on 22 September 2023, with a casting window that remained open for four weeks until 20 October 2023.
Airing on BBC Three starting on 26 September 2024, the production sees the return of the core judging panel. Acting as lead host and head judge, RuPaul is accompanied by Michelle Visage, Alan Carr, and Graham Norton, with each returning for their sixth series. This continuity provides a sense of familiarity even as the show introduces new elements and higher rewards.
The promotional rollout for the season included a teaser released on 23 August 2024, which utilized satellite imagery and the tagline 'Confidential: For Your Eyelashes Only.' Following this, the BBC released a promotional poster on 27 August 2024 that detailed an extensive list of guest judges and special guests. The judging panel for the season features a diverse array of personalities, including Simon Le Bon, Mabel, Amanda Holden, and Siobhán McSweeney, alongside others like AJ Odudu, Alison Goldfrapp, Beverley Knight, Claire Richards, and Kristen McMenamy. Additionally, the series will feature special guests Alexandra Burke, Aaron Renfree, and Claudimar Neto.
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