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RuPaul

Come face-to-face with fashion opulence and experience a glimpse of what it means to truly be the Queen of Drag...

  • Madame Tussauds, Fashion

The original Queen of Drag arrives at the original Madame Tussauds!

An iconic Queen of Drag and trailblazing figure in the world of entertainment, RuPaul is not only celebrated for her unparalleled charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent but also for her remarkable fashion sense. With a career spanning decades, RuPaul has continuously dazzled audiences with her daring and boundary-pushing style, solidifying her status as a fashion icon.

Her wardrobe is a kaleidoscope of colours, textures, and styles, reflecting her fearless approach to self-expression. Whether she's gracing the stage of "RuPaul's Drag Race" in a sequined gown that shimmers under the spotlight or strutting down the red carpet in a bold ensemble that demands attention, RuPaul effortlessly commands the spotlight with her incredible style.

Ru's figure joins the star-studded line-up at Madame Tussauds London from Friday 9th February 2024. Guests at our attraction will be able to meet this fearless trailblazer in The Fashion Runway, standing proudly alongside the likes of other icons of fashion; Kendall Jenner, Victoria Beckham, Cara Delevingne and more...

Michelle Visage Unveils Rupaul 06.02 (1)

Can we get an amen up in here!?

We had the pleasure of welcoming RuPaul's bestfriend & Co-Host, the one and only Michelle Visage, to our London attraction.

Michelle gave us her fierce and fabulous judgement, and we are pleased to say our Ru has been Visage verified!

Check out our video to see the big moment we unveiled RuPaul's figure!

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1980s: RuPaul begins performing in the Atlanta drag scene.

1993: Releases debut album "Supermodel of the World," featuring hit single "Supermodel (You Better Work)."

1996: Appears in the film "The Brady Bunch Movie" as Mrs. Cummings.

2009: "RuPaul's Drag Race" premieres, marking the beginning of a successful reality TV career.

2016: Wins an Emmy Award for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program for "RuPaul's Drag Race."

2020: Inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

2022: Ru wins the Tony Award for Best Musical for serving as a producer on A Strange Loop. 

2024: Drag Race has amassed 29 Emmys and 63 nominations, making Ru the most awarded host in Emmy’s history and the record-holder for most wins by a person of colour.

MTL DID YOU KNOW TRANSPARENT

Before rising to fame as the Queen of Drag and TV host, RuPaul pursued a music career, releasing dance-pop albums in the early 1990s, including hits like "Supermodel (You Better Work)" and "Back to My Roots."

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