Raven Returns: Drag Race Down Under vs The World Spinoff Series
RuPaul's Drag Race star and makeup artist Raven is set to make a comeback in the new spinoff series Drag Race Down Under vs The World. Raven, also known as David Petruschin, previously appeared on season two of RuPaul's Drag Race in 2010 and season one of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars in 2012. She joined the team at RuPaul's Drag Race in 2017 and has since earned accolades for her work on the show, including an Emmy Award.
Raven's return to the Drag Race universe was announced on Tuesday, surprising fans who had previously seen her teased for All Stars season seven. She will be competing in Drag Race Down Under vs The World, hosted by Michelle Visage. Alongside Raven, the cast includes 10 other queens from various Drag Race franchises around the world.
The upcoming season of Drag Race Down Under vs The World is set to premiere on WOW Presents Plus on July 24, with Michelle Visage as the host and judges Rhys Nicholson and Drag Race Down Under season four winner Lazy Susan. The spinoff series is the third vs The World installment, following the British and Canadian versions, where queens from different regions compete against each other.
Drag Race Down Under vs The World is a collaboration between WOW Presents Plus and Stan in Australia. The show is produced by Fenton Bailey, Barbato, Tom Campbell, and RuPaul Charles for WOW, with Adrian Swift and Tina Diaz as executive producers for Stan. The series promises to bring fierce competition and international flair to the Drag Race franchise.
In conclusion, Raven's return to Drag Race in the upcoming spinoff series Drag Race Down Under vs The World has generated excitement among fans of the franchise. With a diverse cast of queens from around the world and Michelle Visage at the helm, the new season promises to deliver high-energy competition and fabulous performances. Stay tuned for the premiere on July 24 to see which queen will reign supreme in this global showdown.