RuPaul emphasized the significance of drag after winning an Emmy for RuPaul’s Drag Race.
During the acceptance speech, RuPaul expressed gratitude and highlighted the importance of drag queens, advocating for their inclusion and empowerment.
Additionally, RuPaul is currently hosting the 16th season of the US version of Drag Race and will lead the upcoming UK vs. The World series, where global queens will compete for the title.
"If a drag queen wants to read you a story at a library, listen to her because knowledge is power, and if someone tries to restrict your access to power, they are trying to scare you. So listen to a drag queen!"
—RuPaul’s #Emmys speech pic.twitter.com/14VLicse38
— Spencer Althouse (@SpencerAlthouse) January 16, 2024
This series will also introduce a cash prize for the first time in the UK iteration of Drag Race.
“We are so honoured to have this award,” Ru said. “You guys are just pure lovely for honouring our show and recognising all these queens.
“We have released into the wild hundreds of drag queens, and they’re beautiful. On behalf of all of them, we thank you.”
“And listen, if a drag queen wants to read you a story at a library, listen to her. Because knowledge is power. And if someone tries to restrict your access to power, they are trying to scare you.”
“So listen to a drag queen. Thank you, we love you!”
