After kicking
off with the first two episodes, the consensus seems to be really positive –
everyone is loving the cast and the energy of this season.
Episode 3 –
inevitably – had a bit less momentum, but was still entertaining.
The Main
Challenge
This week, the
cast had to face their first acting challenge.
Divided into
three teams, the task was to create an infomercial about gay heaven.
We’ve seen
this challenge concept before but it’s still a lot to pull together in a short
period. As well as being organised enough to film every scene and make it
coherent, the hardest bit is to try and make it funny.
Only one team
really succeeded in this – Anetra’s team had Sasha and Selina and a few others,
and their concept was clear, they had some running gags, and the overall payoff
was satisfying.
The other two
teams both had good ideas, but just needed more time to polish it all up and
land the jokes.
The Runway
This week’s
category was Metal.
It was a
pretty solid runway – a lot of silver or gold or sexy robots.
Sasha’s silver
metallic phoenix had great drama and movement, as did Luxx in her flowing gold
look. Salina was a collection of street signs, that didn’t seem to work. Poppy
looked a bit basic compared to what everyone had brought.
The Judging
Although it
was a team challenge, everyone was judged individually.
In the top
were Sasha, Lucy, and Luxx. Sasha was the winner, obviously.
In the bottom
were Jax, Amtehyst, and Poppy. Jax was safe, leaving Amethyst and Poppy in the
Bottom 2.
At this point,
it really could have been anyone, so if you’re landing in the Bottom 2 it seems
to be a pretty clear indication that the production team are struggling with
storyline options for you.
The lip-sync
The track was
Ain’t No Mountain High Enough by Diana Ross.
We’ve all
watched this show long enough to know how much RuPaul idolises Diana Ross, so
this is an interesting choice for an Episode 3 lip-sync.
Both Poppy and
Amethyst did their thing = Poppy leaned a bit more into the “drag-comedy”
whereas Amethyst played it fairly straight down the line. It was fine from both
of them.
It could have
gone either way, but ultimately it was Amethyst who was safe while Poppy was
eliminated.
Episode 3,
done!
The Ranking
1. SASHA COLBY: The
iconic queen of the House of Colby has arrived! Known worldwide for her
memorable reign as Miss Continental, and as Kerri Colby’s drag mother, Sasha is
a queen to be reckoned with. This Hawaiian-born goddess has been slaying drag
stages for 20 years, so she’s got to live up to her legendary reputation.
Serving body, beauty and bodacious all-around talent, Sasha is fierce.
Officially. Give. Sasha. Her. Crown.
2. ANETRA: She may seem low-key at times, but still
waters run deep. Plus, with serious taekwondo skills, she’s ready to take all
the other queens out, one by one. Chop ’til ya drop! She won the first episode
and the talent show was awesome. Love her. She’s giving Top 4 energy.
3. LUXX NOIR LONDON: Who ordered the
diva-licious dazzler? Luxx Noir London is an effervescent ingénue whose
stunning style is matched only by her no-holds-barred attitude. She’s always
ready to tell it like it “t-i-s!” And while Luxx may be this season’s youngest
queen, she’s got the confidence to take her all the way. Just ask her! She’s
not lacking in confidence and she’s giving good TV. Luxx has all the elements
required to be a successful entertainer but she doesn’t have a huge amount of
performance experience – that might be her downfall.
4. LOOSEY LADUCA: Construction worker by day,
singing-and-dancing drag diva by night… Loosey LaDuca is ready to use all her
tools to make it to the top! A perfectionist, powerhouse performer with killer
curves and 12 years in the Connecticut drag scene, Loosey’s the ultimate mix of
showgirl sass and campy charisma. She’s a queen who has it all… Now, she just
needs a crown. Not a great start, but she’s bounced back and clearly has a lot
to offer.
5. AURA MAYARI: This high-kicking, high-energy Filipina
goddess is known for slaying the stages in Nashville. And watch out – because
she brings a little sexy swagger to her drag. She gives GREAT TV, we love the
confidence and the biceps. Aura can serve looks and performance, but the jury
is probably still out on the acting and comedy side of things.
6. JAX: The self-described Simone Biles of drag
grew up doing gymnastics and competitive cheer, and now she’s ready to go for
the gold in the Olympics of drag! Her personality is a bit more low-key but
she’s clearly a great performer. It will be interesting to see how she
navigates this competition.
7. SUGAR: Hope you’ve got a sweet tooth, because
social media superstar Sugar has arrived! She and her TikTok twin sister,
Spice, may have come as a package deal, but when it comes to snatching the Drag
Race crown, Sugar’s ready to taste victory all on her own. But how can you tell
these twins apart? “It’s easy,” says Sugar. “I’m the prettier one.” I can tell
her apart from her twin and I must say she has the goods to last in this competition.
8. SPICE: Making herstory as one-half of Drag Race’s
first-ever identical twin contestants, Spice has arrived with her TikTok
superstar sister, Sugar! These living dolls may be new to performing, but
they’re ready to double the fun and the drama this season. Take note: Spice is
the edgier diva of the duo, and she’s ready to prove that she’s got plenty of
flavor to stand on her own! Spice is as equally talented as sugar and I look
forward to great things from her.
9. MALAYSIA BABYDOLL FOXX: Believe it or
not, the sensational and motivational Malaysia Babydoll Foxx is the first-ever
Miami queen to grace the Drag Race mainstage! A professional makeup artist and
hair stylist to the stars, this opinionated foxy mama is bringing veteran
skills and thrills to the competition, and she is not afraid to show these younger
queens what real drag is! An experienced queen who knows her craft.
10. MISTRESS ISABELLE BROOKS: Houston we do
not have a problem! Hailing from the great state of Texas, Mistress Isabelle
Brooks is the epitome of classic Southern drag! She calls herself “Houston’s
Heavyweight Champ” and trust, she came to pack a punch. Gutsy, glamorous, and
full of attitude, our Miss Brooks was raised in the spangled world of Texas
drag, and now she’s ready to rule the school. She’s serving Drag with a capital
D and a 1-inch heel. Obsessed.
11. ROBIN FIERCE: Make way for Connecticut’s grand diva, the
Robin Fierce! A mix of Beyonce sass and Diahann Carroll class, this proudly
bougie beauty is ready to shine her light for the world! She may sometimes have
a chill vibe, but when she hits the stage, expect kicks and cartwheels for
days! She’s an accomplished queen but her personality is struggling to break
through in a room full of big characters.
12. SALINA ESTITTIES: ¡Hola! Salina EsTitties
is a brassy, sassy Latinx diva repping L.A, baby! A fiery self-described combo
of chola street style and campy comedy, Salina is a take-no-prisoners
performer. From the bar scene to TV, film and commercial work, this saucy
sister stays booked and busy! She’s got a mouth, big drag, and big plans to
win. She’s a big personality. The confidence is not misplaced.
13. MARCIA MARCIA MARCIA: OMG, she’s
the most popular girl in school – and mom’s favorite! It’s Marcia Marcia
Marcia! This NYC ingénue sings, dances, and brings Broadway chops to the
mainstage. And she’s got much more than a hunch – she’s ready to go all the
way! She’s a white twink from NYC who’s weaponised her BFA. She’s not here to
mess around.
14. AMETHYST: She’s likeable but it hasn’t been the
strongest of starts. She’s had to lip-sync twice. Sure, she’s one both
lip-syncs but it’s hard to see how she’s going to survive any slip-ups from
here.
SOURCE: MEANS HAPPY
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