RuPaul’s Drag Race – Season 17
- Jan 1, 2025, United States of America
RuPaul’s Drag Race has entertained audiences since the hit show first aired on LogoTV in 2009.
It follows RuPaul’s goal of finding the best drag star in America, as each contestant must tackle various challenges each week to win the competition.
Despite numerous network changes over the years, the reality competition show continues to attract millions of viewers each season, with season 16 alone attracting 514 million social views.
If you’re excited for season 17, get ready to say, “Mama, kudos for saying that. For spilling.” Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming season, including its premiere date, host, rumored contestants, and much more.
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What’s the Premiere Date for Season 17 of RuPaul’s Drag Race?
There isn’t an official premiere date for season 17 yet, but it is likely to follow a similar schedule to recent seasons, meaning it will air in January 2025.
Who Will Host RuPaul’s Drag Race?
RuPaul will continue to host the competition show and serve as a mentor and the head judge on the judging panel.
Who Will Be on the Judging Panel?
Michelle Visage will continue to join RuPaul on the judging panel alongside rotating judges Ross Mathews, Carson Kressley, and Ts Madison.
Also, various celebrity guest judges are likely to join the panel throughout the season.
Who are the Rumored Contestants?
MTV has yet to officially announce this year’s contestants. However, the following names have started to circulate online:
- Acacia Forgot from Los Angeles, California
- Crystal Envy from Asbury Park, New Jersey
- Jewel Sparkles from Tampa, Florida
- Kori King from Boston, Massachusetts
- Lucky Starzzz from Miami, Florida
- Onya Nurve from Cleveland, Ohio
- Suzie Toot from Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Season 17’s casting reportedly started in October 2023, and the deadline closed in January 2024, but there has yet to be an official announcement.
How Much Money Will the Winner Receive?
The winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race will receive a life-changing amount of money. MTV hasn’t officially announced the amount, but it is likely to match season 16’s sum of $250,000. It was the first time in the show’s history that the winner received a quarter of a million dollars.
Can I Watch a Trailer for Season 17?
Unfortunately, MTV has yet to release an official trailer for season 17. It will likely drop following the cast announcement sometime in late 2024 or January 2025.
Has RuPaul’s Drag Race Won Many Awards?
RuPaul’s Drag Race has won various awards since the show first aired. For instance, RuPaul has won Outstanding Host for a Reality or Competition program at the Emmy Awards consecutively from 2016 to 2023.
The show won Outstanding Competition Program at the Primetime Emmy Awards four consecutive times from 2018 to 2021. Plus, it is the current favorite to win the category at the Emmy Awards 2024.
It has also received four Critics Choice Awards in various categories and the Outstanding Reality Program Award at the GLAAD Media Awards.
Where Can I Watch RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17?
Season 17 is expected to air weekly on MTV. The show will likely premiere on a Friday at 8pm and air at the same time and day each week.
If you miss one episode or more, you can catch up on various streaming services, including Philo, DirecTV stream, and fuboTV.
The upcoming season is likely to stream on Paramount+ once it has finished airing on MTV.
