Michelle Visage said a biopic about RuPaul is already in development and that the show aims to reclaim its Emmy dominance.
The project represents a strategic effort to cement RuPaul's legacy as a cultural icon while boosting the franchise's profile during a competitive awards cycle.
Visage, a judge on RuPaul’s Drag Race and All Stars, said that a film focusing on the life of the "Queen of Drag" is a necessary project. She said a RuPaul biopic is something that needs to happen to honor the impact the performer has had on global culture.
David Petruschin, known as Raven and the makeup artist for RuPaul, confirmed the project's status. He said the film centered on the life of the drag icon has "already been in the works" [1].
Beyond the cinema, Visage focused on the future of the television series. She said she believes Drag Race can definitely get back on top at the Emmys [1]. This push for awards recognition comes as the production prepares for Season 18 [2].
Visage said that the combination of a new season and a feature film could revitalize the brand's presence in the industry. The effort to return to the top of the Emmy podium suggests a desire to regain the critical momentum the show experienced in its earlier years.
While specific plot details for the biopic remain undisclosed, the development of the film suggests a transition toward more traditional cinematic storytelling for the brand. The project aims to document the rise of the drag phenomenon through the lens of its most famous practitioner.
“"A RuPaul biopic is something that needs to happen."”
The move toward a biopic and a renewed Emmy push indicates that the Drag Race franchise is shifting from a reality competition focus toward legacy-building. By expanding into feature films and targeting major awards, the production is attempting to transition RuPaul from a reality TV host to a permanent fixture of cinematic and cultural history.
