Michelle Visage on Winning Drag Race
Originally published Jun 11, 2026
By Jazztangcay · Variety
AI-generated summary based on Variety · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jun 11, 2026
Key points
- Michelle Visage has judged 'RuPaul’s Drag Race' for over 16 years.
- She emphasizes that making RuPaul laugh is crucial to winning the show.
- Visage and RuPaul share a close, personal friendship beyond their professional roles.
Michelle Visage, a longtime judge on 'RuPaul’s Drag Race,' reveals the key to success on the reality competition series: making RuPaul laugh. With over 16 years of experience on the show, Visage has developed a close relationship with RuPaul, whom she considers her best friend. Her insights into what it takes to win highlight the importance of humor and connection in the competitive drag world.
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