RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars crowns 8th winner

RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars has crowned its eighth winner, nabbing a cash prize of $200,000…

After an extravagant series, in which twelve queens showcased their charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent for host RuPaul and judges Michelle Visage, Carson Kresley, Ross Mathews and Ts Madison, it was ruled that Jimbo reigned supreme.

The finale, which aired on 21st July 2023, is now available to watch exclusively in the UK on WOW Presents Plus.

Jimbo, newly crowned winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Star S8:

“I did it, I’m the winner! The third time truly is a charm, and you know what they say, never give up! I am the first international queen in the Drag Race Hall of Fame. This win proved that with enough drive, determination and love and support you can do anything. And I am ready to take over the mother-tucking world! This is the dream of a lifetime that I could never have predicted and I am so grateful. Thank you to my fans, and to all of my sister and of course, mama Ru. Thank you, thank you!”

Now in its eighth series, RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars began with a bang as RuPaul announced that there would be two ways to win this season. A twist that no one expected coming, each week the eliminated queens would be allowed to showcase their ‘lewks’ for the mainstage within a special segment on RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars Untucked.

From 14th July 2023, fans were offered the opportunity to vote for the queen who turned their favourite looks, winning the title of ‘Queen of the Fame Game’ and $50,000. In the grand finale, LaLa Ri – who was fifth placed on the season – was awarded this special honour.

LaLa Ri, crowned winner of ‘Queen of the Fame Game’ in RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Star S8

Having proved throughout this series why she deserves the crown, Jimbo won a total of four challenges across the season, which included Snatch Game, the commercial challenge, the roast of Carson Kressley and an acting challenge.

LaLa Ri, crowned winner of ‘Queen of the Fame Game’ in RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Star S8:

“I just won the queen of the fame game! I need to do a few more push ups cause this sceptre is kind of heavy, but it feels amazing to have it in my hand – oh my god I won! Thank you to all my fans, I love y’all so much. And never stop believing in yourself, cause you can!”

The incredibly well-received series has now come to an end, but fans will be pleased to know that tickets are now on sale for RuPaul’s DragCon UK 2024.

Held at ExCel London on 13th and 14th January 2024, fans can expect to see over 100 of their favourite queens, in the flesh at the convention, including RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars S8 finalists Kandy Muse and Jimbo. Get your tickets now at: https://uk.rupaulsdragcon.com/