Rihanna Expresses Love for RuPaul’s Drag Race, Fans Rally for Her as Guest Judge
3 min readAt a recent red carpet event in London for her new FENTY X PUMA shoe collaboration, global music icon Rihanna revealed a delightful secret – she’s a huge fan of RuPaul’s Drag Race. This revelation has sparked a wave of enthusiasm among fans, who are now clamoring for her to make an appearance as a guest judge on the iconic reality show.
When asked about her current obsessions, Rihanna, unsurprisingly, listed her two young sons as her number one focus. However, she didn’t forget to mention her love for reality TV, particularly shows like Real Housewives and Vanderpump Rules, along with anything from the Bravo network. But it was her mention of RuPaul’s Drag Race that truly caught everyone’s attention.
RIHANNA WATCHES RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE?!?!? GAGGGGG pic.twitter.com/vZybuE0PHW
— ray ✨ (@mascarayde) April 18, 2024
Expressing her adoration for the show, Rihanna exclaimed, “Drag Race makes me so happy, all the time.” This revelation instantly resonated with fans, who immediately began envisioning the possibility of Rihanna gracing the Drag Race stage as a guest judge.
Given Rihanna’s immense influence and status as a cultural icon, fans are eager to see her join the illustrious lineup of celebrity judges who have previously appeared on the show. From Ariana Grande to Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus to Nicki Minaj, many music megastars have lent their star power to the Drag Race panel, and fans believe Rihanna would be the perfect addition.
Some enthusiasts have even proposed the idea of a special runway category dedicated to Rihanna, aptly named “1000 nights of Rihanna,” where queens would replicate iconic looks from her illustrious career. This concept has drawn excitement from fans, who see it as a fitting tribute to Rihanna’s impact on fashion and culture.
She needs to guest judge ASAP
— DR Tea ☕ (@DragRaceTea8) April 18, 2024
Rihanna’s affinity for Drag Race doesn’t come as a complete surprise, considering her past collaborations with drag legends for her Savage X Fenty brand. Notable Drag Race alumni, including Shea Couleé, Jaida Essence Hall, and Gottmik, have graced the runway for her lingerie brand, further solidifying Rihanna’s connection to the drag community.
The excitement surrounding Rihanna’s love for Drag Race has spread across social media, with past Drag Race contestants expressing their delight at the thought of Rihanna tuning in to watch them on television. Some have even shared personal anecdotes of Rihanna reaching out to them, further cementing her admiration for the drag art form.
As Rihanna joins the ranks of celebrities who openly appreciate drag performers, fans eagerly await the possibility of seeing her on the Drag Race stage, where her presence would undoubtedly elevate the show to new heights of glamour and excitement.
I remember she messaged some girls on Instagram… don’t remember who. And she had some girls on her fenty x savage shows (Jaida, Gigi, Shea, Aquaria, Gottmik, Symone, Kornbread… idk if I’m forgetting someone)
— Kiki 4 Oranges (@s4orange4c4) April 18, 2024
We need her as a celebrity special guests ❤️❤️❤️
— cheri liemaid (@cherrie_liemaid) April 18, 2024
Rihanna as a guest judge on All Winners 2 would be sickening
— Chiwis Terán (@TeranGael) April 18, 2024