1 00:00:05,004 --> 00:00:07,407 It's time for the season finale 2 00:00:07,507 --> 00:00:09,576 of "RuPaul's Drag Race." 3 00:00:09,676 --> 00:00:13,713 Tonight, we crown ourselves a winner, baby. 4 00:00:13,813 --> 00:00:18,818 Please welcome to the main stage the queens of season 18. 5 00:00:28,695 --> 00:00:29,963 Whew. 6 00:00:31,831 --> 00:00:32,732 It's showtime. 7 00:00:32,832 --> 00:00:33,800 Again? 8 00:00:33,900 --> 00:00:36,069 Let's go, girls. 9 00:00:47,514 --> 00:00:50,750 And now, please welcome to the main stage 10 00:00:50,850 --> 00:00:53,453 the queens of season 18. 11 00:00:53,553 --> 00:00:55,221 ♪ Play ball like a girl ♪ 12 00:00:55,322 --> 00:00:57,057 She's coming in hot. 13 00:00:57,157 --> 00:01:00,760 It's DD Fuego. 14 00:01:00,860 --> 00:01:02,729 ♪ I used to play ball like a girl ♪ 15 00:01:02,829 --> 00:01:04,297 ♪ Now I slay ballroom floors across the world ♪ 16 00:01:04,397 --> 00:01:06,132 ♪ Shame to waste talent and all of this nerve ♪ 17 00:01:06,232 --> 00:01:08,201 ♪ Unique, charismatic, my calling is to serve ♪ 18 00:01:08,301 --> 00:01:11,104 ♪ Daddy didn't like when I'm feminine ♪ 19 00:01:11,204 --> 00:01:12,872 Who's always in season? 20 00:01:12,972 --> 00:01:15,275 It's Mandy Mango. 21 00:01:17,610 --> 00:01:18,611 ♪ But I got a, got a right to give ♪ 22 00:01:18,712 --> 00:01:19,879 ♪ The people what they want ♪ 23 00:01:19,979 --> 00:01:20,914 ♪ Turns out they want to work it ♪ 24 00:01:21,014 --> 00:01:22,182 ♪ Walk and talk and watch me ♪ 25 00:01:24,150 --> 00:01:25,785 ♪ Work it, walk and talk and watch me ♪ 26 00:01:25,885 --> 00:01:27,954 ♪ Work it, walk and talk and watch me ♪ 27 00:01:28,054 --> 00:01:30,423 ♪ Work it, walk and talk and watch me ♪ 28 00:01:30,523 --> 00:01:34,394 Get ready to crush on Briar Blush. 29 00:01:34,494 --> 00:01:36,062 ♪ I would do it again-gain ♪ 30 00:01:36,162 --> 00:01:37,630 ♪ Elegant, dressed to the nines, the ten-tens ♪ 31 00:01:37,731 --> 00:01:39,499 ♪ Get it in, got it, I'ma serve it to them ♪ 32 00:01:39,599 --> 00:01:41,568 ♪ Feminine fem to the fem, the fem-fem ♪ 33 00:01:41,668 --> 00:01:43,470 ♪ I don't give a, I would do it again-gain ♪ 34 00:01:43,570 --> 00:01:45,372 ♪ Elegant, dressed to the nines, the ten-tens ♪ 35 00:01:45,472 --> 00:01:48,675 ♪ Get it in, got it, and serve it to them ♪ 36 00:01:48,775 --> 00:01:50,744 She's sweet and sparkling. 37 00:01:50,844 --> 00:01:54,214 Say hello to Ciara Myst. 38 00:01:54,314 --> 00:01:55,615 ♪ Serve it to them ♪ 39 00:01:55,715 --> 00:01:57,050 ♪ Feminine, fem to the fem, the fem-fem ♪ 40 00:01:57,150 --> 00:01:59,085 ♪ I don't give a, I would do it again-gain ♪ 41 00:01:59,185 --> 00:02:00,820 ♪ Elegant, dressed to the nines, the ten-tens ♪ 42 00:02:00,920 --> 00:02:02,689 ♪ Get it in, got it, serve it to them ♪ 43 00:02:02,789 --> 00:02:04,924 ♪ Hold up, who got the keys to the queendom ♪ 44 00:02:05,025 --> 00:02:07,794 ♪ What, who got the keys to the queendom ♪ 45 00:02:07,894 --> 00:02:09,763 She's no outfit repeater. 46 00:02:09,863 --> 00:02:12,565 It's Vita VonTesse Starr. 47 00:02:12,665 --> 00:02:14,701 ♪ What, who got the keys to the queendom ♪ 48 00:02:14,801 --> 00:02:16,336 ♪ We got the keys to the queendom ♪ 49 00:02:16,436 --> 00:02:19,606 ♪ I heard she tryna shade, but really, I don't see her ♪ 50 00:02:26,713 --> 00:02:30,116 From the heavens above, it's Mia Starr. 51 00:02:30,216 --> 00:02:31,751 ♪ Feminine, fem to the fem, the fem-fem ♪ 52 00:02:31,851 --> 00:02:33,687 ♪ I don't give a, I would do it again-gain ♪ 53 00:02:33,787 --> 00:02:35,789 ♪ Elegant, dressed to the nines, the ten-tens ♪ 54 00:02:35,889 --> 00:02:37,290 ♪ Get it in, got it I'ma serve it to them ♪ 55 00:02:37,390 --> 00:02:39,826 ♪ Feminine, fem to the fem, the fem-fem ♪ 56 00:02:39,926 --> 00:02:41,328 ♪ I don't give a, I would do it again-gain ♪ 57 00:02:41,428 --> 00:02:44,664 ♪ Elegant, dressed to the nines, the ten-tens ♪ 58 00:02:44,764 --> 00:02:45,965 Opa! 59 00:02:46,066 --> 00:02:49,269 Smash a plate for Athena Dion. 60 00:02:49,369 --> 00:02:51,037 ♪ Elegant, dressed to the nines, the ten-tens ♪ 61 00:02:51,137 --> 00:02:52,872 ♪ Get it in, got it, I'ma serve it to them ♪ 62 00:02:52,972 --> 00:02:54,941 ♪ Feminine, fem to the fem, the fem-fem ♪ 63 00:02:55,041 --> 00:02:56,876 ♪ I don't give a, I would do it again-gain ♪ 64 00:02:56,976 --> 00:02:58,611 ♪ Elegant, dressed to the nines, the ten-tens ♪ 65 00:02:58,712 --> 00:03:01,848 ♪ Get it in, got it, I'ma serve it to them ♪ 66 00:03:01,948 --> 00:03:03,717 The question remains. 67 00:03:03,817 --> 00:03:05,218 Kenya Pleaser. 68 00:03:05,318 --> 00:03:06,920 ♪ Who get the keys to the queendom ♪ 69 00:03:07,020 --> 00:03:08,621 ♪ I heard she tryna shade, but really I don't see her ♪ 70 00:03:08,722 --> 00:03:10,623 ♪ Hold up, who got the keys to the queendom ♪ 71 00:03:10,724 --> 00:03:12,826 ♪ What, who got the keys to the queendom ♪ 72 00:03:12,926 --> 00:03:14,627 ♪ We got the keys to the queendom ♪ 73 00:03:14,728 --> 00:03:16,363 ♪ I heard she tryna shade, but really, I don't see her ♪ 74 00:03:19,766 --> 00:03:21,735 She's creepy and she's kooky. 75 00:03:21,835 --> 00:03:23,603 It's Discord Addams. 76 00:03:27,273 --> 00:03:29,509 ♪ Hold up, who got the keys to the queendom ♪ 77 00:03:29,609 --> 00:03:31,578 ♪ What, who got the keys to the queendom ♪ 78 00:03:31,678 --> 00:03:33,246 ♪ We got the keys to the queendom ♪ 79 00:03:33,346 --> 00:03:35,215 ♪ I heard she tryna to shade, but really, I don't see her ♪ 80 00:03:35,315 --> 00:03:36,750 ♪ Hold up, who got the keys to the queendom ♪ 81 00:03:36,850 --> 00:03:39,052 ♪ What, who got the keys to the queendom ♪ 82 00:03:39,152 --> 00:03:43,056 Other girls do, but Jane Don't. 83 00:03:56,169 --> 00:03:57,737 Ex-squeeze her beauty. 84 00:03:57,837 --> 00:04:00,373 It's Juicy Love Dion. 85 00:04:00,473 --> 00:04:02,108 ♪ Get it, got it, I'ma serve it to them ♪ 86 00:04:02,208 --> 00:04:03,877 ♪ Feminine, fem to the fem, the fem-fem ♪ 87 00:04:03,977 --> 00:04:05,945 ♪ I don't give a, I would do it again-gain ♪ 88 00:04:06,046 --> 00:04:08,048 ♪ Elegant, dressed to the nines, the ten-tens ♪ 89 00:04:09,916 --> 00:04:13,553 And now put your hands together for your top three. 90 00:04:14,954 --> 00:04:18,124 First up, from trash to treasure, 91 00:04:18,224 --> 00:04:19,592 it's Darlene Mitchell. 92 00:04:19,693 --> 00:04:21,261 ♪ Used to play ball like a girl ♪ 93 00:04:21,361 --> 00:04:22,962 ♪ Now I slay ballroom floors across the world ♪ 94 00:04:23,063 --> 00:04:24,764 ♪ Shame to waste talent and all of this nerve ♪ 95 00:04:24,864 --> 00:04:27,100 ♪ Unique, charismatic, my calling is to serve ♪ 96 00:04:27,200 --> 00:04:28,702 ♪ I used to play ball like a girl ♪ 97 00:04:28,802 --> 00:04:30,737 ♪ Now I slay ballroom floors across the world ♪ 98 00:04:30,837 --> 00:04:32,706 ♪ Shame to waste talent and all of this nerve ♪ 99 00:04:32,806 --> 00:04:34,741 ♪ Unique, charismatic, my calling is to serve ♪ 100 00:04:34,841 --> 00:04:36,042 ♪ Daddy didn't like when I'm feminine ♪ 101 00:04:36,142 --> 00:04:37,110 ♪ But I got a, got a right to give ♪ 102 00:04:37,210 --> 00:04:38,611 ♪ The people what they want ♪ 103 00:04:38,712 --> 00:04:40,613 ♪ Turns out they want to work it, walk and talk ♪ 104 00:04:40,714 --> 00:04:42,549 She'll see you next Tuesday. 105 00:04:42,649 --> 00:04:44,617 It's Myki Meeks. 106 00:04:44,718 --> 00:04:45,952 ♪ Give the people what they want ♪ 107 00:04:46,052 --> 00:04:47,287 ♪ Turns out they want to work it ♪ 108 00:04:47,387 --> 00:04:49,923 ♪ Walk and talk and watch me ♪ 109 00:04:50,023 --> 00:04:52,325 ♪ Work it, walk and talk and watch me ♪ 110 00:04:52,425 --> 00:04:54,260 ♪ Work it, walk and talk and watch me ♪ 111 00:04:54,361 --> 00:04:56,830 ♪ Work it, walk and talk, and watch me pose ♪ 112 00:04:56,930 --> 00:04:58,231 ♪ And turn and flaunt ♪ 113 00:04:58,331 --> 00:05:00,066 ♪ Feminine, fem to the fem, the fem-fem ♪ 114 00:05:00,166 --> 00:05:02,902 ♪ I don't give a, I would do it again-gain ♪ 115 00:05:03,002 --> 00:05:07,974 And everybody's cuckoo for Nini Coco. 116 00:05:08,074 --> 00:05:09,809 ♪ I would do it again-gain ♪ 117 00:05:09,909 --> 00:05:11,711 ♪ Elegant, dressed to the nines, the ten-tens ♪ 118 00:05:11,811 --> 00:05:14,114 ♪ Get it in, got it, I'ma serve it to them ♪ 119 00:05:14,214 --> 00:05:15,849 ♪ Hold up, who got the keys to the queendom ♪ 120 00:05:15,949 --> 00:05:18,218 ♪ What, who got the keys to the queendom ♪ 121 00:05:18,318 --> 00:05:19,853 ♪ We got the keys to the queendom ♪ 122 00:05:19,953 --> 00:05:21,721 ♪ I heard she tryna shade, but really, I don't see her ♪ 123 00:05:29,462 --> 00:05:34,467 Now all rise for the Mother of the House, RuPaul. 124 00:05:41,374 --> 00:05:43,209 ♪ I'm in charge of the girls ♪ 125 00:05:43,309 --> 00:05:45,578 ♪ They be hitting that dip, they be giving that twirl ♪ 126 00:05:45,678 --> 00:05:47,180 ♪ I'm in charge of the girls ♪ 127 00:05:47,280 --> 00:05:49,315 ♪ They be hitting that dip, they be giving that twirl ♪ 128 00:05:49,416 --> 00:05:51,017 ♪ I'm in charge of the girls ♪ 129 00:05:51,117 --> 00:05:53,019 ♪ They be hitting that dip, they be giving that twirl ♪ 130 00:05:53,119 --> 00:05:56,156 ♪ I'm in charge of the girls ♪ 131 00:05:56,256 --> 00:05:57,490 ♪ Do you not see all this ♪ 132 00:05:57,590 --> 00:05:58,658 ♪ Do you not see these heels ♪ 133 00:05:58,758 --> 00:05:59,726 ♪ Do you not see this crown ♪ 134 00:05:59,826 --> 00:06:00,927 ♪ Do you not see I'm fish ♪ 135 00:06:01,027 --> 00:06:02,262 ♪ Do you not see I'm real ♪ 136 00:06:02,362 --> 00:06:03,396 ♪ Mother of the House ♪ 137 00:06:03,496 --> 00:06:04,664 ♪ Do you not see all this ♪ 138 00:06:04,764 --> 00:06:05,865 ♪ Do you not see these heels ♪ 139 00:06:05,965 --> 00:06:06,966 ♪ Do you not see this crown ♪ 140 00:06:07,067 --> 00:06:08,268 ♪ Do you not see I'm fish ♪ 141 00:06:08,368 --> 00:06:10,537 ♪ Do you not see mother, mother, mother ♪ 142 00:06:10,637 --> 00:06:13,173 ♪ Bitch, get back when I step on the runway ♪ 143 00:06:13,273 --> 00:06:16,843 ♪ My hunty believe that we do guarantee that ♪ 144 00:06:16,943 --> 00:06:20,046 ♪ This is the season, don't need a good reason ♪ 145 00:06:20,146 --> 00:06:23,416 ♪ I do guarantee that we turn it up to 100 degrees, yeah ♪ 146 00:06:23,516 --> 00:06:25,018 ♪ You know that we're ready serve you ♪ 147 00:06:25,118 --> 00:06:26,553 ♪ We have it, charisma, uniqueness ♪ 148 00:06:26,653 --> 00:06:27,721 ♪ That nerve, and that talent ♪ 149 00:06:27,821 --> 00:06:28,722 ♪ Do you not see all this ♪ 150 00:06:28,822 --> 00:06:29,823 ♪ Do you not see these heels ♪ 151 00:06:29,923 --> 00:06:30,824 ♪ Do you not see this crown ♪ 152 00:06:30,924 --> 00:06:31,992 ♪ Do you not see I'm fish ♪ 153 00:06:32,092 --> 00:06:33,593 ♪ Do you not see I'm real ♪ 154 00:06:33,693 --> 00:06:34,794 ♪ Mother of the House ♪ 155 00:06:34,894 --> 00:06:36,029 ♪ Do you not see all this ♪ 156 00:06:36,129 --> 00:06:37,097 ♪ Do you not see these heels ♪ 157 00:06:37,197 --> 00:06:38,598 ♪ Do you not see this crown ♪ 158 00:06:38,698 --> 00:06:39,599 ♪ Do you not see I'm fish ♪ 159 00:06:39,699 --> 00:06:40,600 ♪ Do you not see ♪ 160 00:06:40,700 --> 00:06:41,801 ♪ Mother, mother, mother ♪ 161 00:06:41,901 --> 00:06:44,237 ♪ Mother, Mother of the House ♪ 162 00:06:47,741 --> 00:06:50,510 Yes, mama! 163 00:06:52,946 --> 00:06:55,115 Work. 164 00:06:55,215 --> 00:06:58,284 Welcome to the grand finale of "RuPaul's Drag Race." 165 00:06:58,385 --> 00:06:59,653 Everybody say love. 166 00:06:59,753 --> 00:07:00,653 all: Love! 167 00:07:00,754 --> 00:07:02,522 Everybody say love. 168 00:07:02,622 --> 00:07:03,690 all: Love! 169 00:07:03,790 --> 00:07:05,425 Now, that's what I'm talking about. 170 00:07:05,525 --> 00:07:09,029 All season long, the sickening queens of season 18 171 00:07:09,129 --> 00:07:12,966 have set our hearts and pussies on fire. 172 00:07:13,066 --> 00:07:16,002 And tonight, we're going to make one queen's 173 00:07:16,102 --> 00:07:18,638 dream come true when she's crowned 174 00:07:18,738 --> 00:07:21,775 America's Next Drag Superstar. 175 00:07:21,875 --> 00:07:24,344 But the race ain't over yet, baby. 176 00:07:24,444 --> 00:07:28,314 We are gathered here tonight to watch our top three queens 177 00:07:28,415 --> 00:07:30,550 spread their charisma, uniqueness, nerve, 178 00:07:30,650 --> 00:07:33,286 and talent one more time. 179 00:07:33,386 --> 00:07:37,190 Now, to help me make my final decision, 180 00:07:37,290 --> 00:07:40,527 please give a big "Drag Race" welcome to Michelle Visage, 181 00:07:40,627 --> 00:07:43,096 Carson Kressley, and Jamal Sims. 182 00:07:44,597 --> 00:07:45,699 - Mwah. - Hello. 183 00:07:45,799 --> 00:07:47,100 Hi, baby. 184 00:07:48,935 --> 00:07:50,270 For the grand finale, 185 00:07:50,370 --> 00:07:54,240 we challenged each of our top three queens to collaborate 186 00:07:54,341 --> 00:07:57,644 with composer Leland to create and sing 187 00:07:57,744 --> 00:07:59,946 their own personal anthem. 188 00:08:00,046 --> 00:08:02,849 And tonight, they're ready to entertain us 189 00:08:02,949 --> 00:08:04,350 like only they can. 190 00:08:04,451 --> 00:08:08,021 In the end, I'll choose the top two queens of the season, 191 00:08:08,121 --> 00:08:11,157 and they'll face off in a final Lip Sync for The Crown, 192 00:08:11,257 --> 00:08:15,462 plus a grand prize of $200,000. 193 00:08:17,864 --> 00:08:19,966 Racers, start your engines, 194 00:08:20,066 --> 00:08:23,036 and may the best drag queen win! 195 00:08:23,136 --> 00:08:24,237 ♪ Do you not see I'm fish ♪ 196 00:08:24,337 --> 00:08:25,839 ♪ Do you not see these heels ♪ 197 00:08:25,939 --> 00:08:27,807 ♪ Do you not see this crown, do you not see I'm fish ♪ 198 00:08:30,009 --> 00:08:32,879 Welcome back to the grand finale of "RuPaul's Drag Race." 199 00:08:32,979 --> 00:08:35,648 Our first finalist is a little bit country 200 00:08:35,749 --> 00:08:37,650 and a whole lot of stupid. 201 00:08:39,152 --> 00:08:41,421 It's Darlene Mitchell. 202 00:08:45,125 --> 00:08:47,394 I'm Darlene Mitchell, and I am the country cunty 203 00:08:47,494 --> 00:08:49,162 camp queen of season 18. 204 00:08:49,262 --> 00:08:50,497 She's corny! 205 00:08:50,597 --> 00:08:53,333 My journey has been a wild one. 206 00:08:54,868 --> 00:08:57,937 Highs, lows, up, down, all around, tears, laughs. 207 00:08:58,038 --> 00:08:59,673 We have done it all. 208 00:08:59,773 --> 00:09:01,975 Being a bedroom queen, I had a little bit of trouble 209 00:09:02,075 --> 00:09:03,677 being confident in my voice. 210 00:09:03,777 --> 00:09:05,345 Yeah, we got to get you back in the bars. 211 00:09:05,445 --> 00:09:07,180 I didn't realize how much I missed 212 00:09:07,280 --> 00:09:08,915 and needed the queer joy 213 00:09:09,015 --> 00:09:10,750 that all of these girls have given me. 214 00:09:10,850 --> 00:09:13,553 It took a while for me to give myself permission 215 00:09:13,653 --> 00:09:15,555 that I deserve my dream too. 216 00:09:15,655 --> 00:09:17,791 It's so fun to watch someone who's having fun. 217 00:09:17,891 --> 00:09:20,460 They really like me. 218 00:09:20,560 --> 00:09:22,295 A lot of my looks lean into the fun. 219 00:09:22,395 --> 00:09:23,963 That's the whole point of drag. 220 00:09:24,064 --> 00:09:25,265 Moo, bitch. 221 00:09:25,365 --> 00:09:26,933 I have a flavor that's a little bit different 222 00:09:27,033 --> 00:09:28,068 than the rest of the girls. 223 00:09:28,168 --> 00:09:29,669 - I dislike those shoes. - Oh! 224 00:09:29,769 --> 00:09:32,439 But it doesn't hinder me from being who I am 225 00:09:32,539 --> 00:09:33,673 in any way. 226 00:09:33,773 --> 00:09:35,575 If anything, it makes me want to go harder. 227 00:09:35,675 --> 00:09:37,977 Why you mad? 228 00:09:39,779 --> 00:09:41,815 Banana! 229 00:09:41,915 --> 00:09:44,884 I was starting to catch on that Ru was liking my flavor. 230 00:09:44,985 --> 00:09:46,586 You're so stupid. 231 00:09:46,686 --> 00:09:48,955 I'm like, you have what it takes to place in the top. 232 00:09:49,055 --> 00:09:50,590 Now you gotta start winning. 233 00:09:50,690 --> 00:09:51,825 Condragulations. 234 00:09:51,925 --> 00:09:53,326 Condragulations, 235 00:09:53,426 --> 00:09:55,662 you're the winner of this week's challenge. 236 00:09:55,762 --> 00:09:57,664 I have made it to the end 237 00:09:57,764 --> 00:09:59,766 without ever having to lip sync. 238 00:09:59,866 --> 00:10:03,069 My time in this competition has really changed my life. 239 00:10:03,169 --> 00:10:05,772 We see you get it and live in your skin, 240 00:10:05,872 --> 00:10:08,975 and it is what this life is all about. 241 00:10:09,075 --> 00:10:12,846 I have wanted this since I first started drag, 242 00:10:12,946 --> 00:10:15,448 and I'm going for it full throttle. 243 00:10:15,548 --> 00:10:16,683 The time has come. 244 00:10:16,783 --> 00:10:18,284 The engines are revving. 245 00:10:18,385 --> 00:10:21,221 I am doing anything necessary to make sure 246 00:10:21,321 --> 00:10:25,625 that I am standing there with that crown on my head. 247 00:10:25,725 --> 00:10:28,528 First up, performing her original song, 248 00:10:28,628 --> 00:10:31,631 "Cooking With Gas," it's Darlene Mitchell. 249 00:10:31,731 --> 00:10:33,500 ♪ Now I'm cooking with gas ♪ 250 00:10:33,600 --> 00:10:35,268 ♪ A little bit of sass ♪ 251 00:10:35,368 --> 00:10:39,339 ♪ If you don't like it, then kiss my ass ♪ 252 00:10:43,743 --> 00:10:45,545 ♪ Yee-haw ♪ 253 00:10:45,645 --> 00:10:47,447 ♪ My wigs won't even fit ♪ 254 00:10:47,547 --> 00:10:49,649 ♪ In this little four by four ♪ 255 00:10:49,749 --> 00:10:50,817 ♪ But I don't give a lick ♪ 256 00:10:50,917 --> 00:10:52,152 ♪ You got a lot of shit ♪ 257 00:10:52,252 --> 00:10:53,219 ♪ When you're dressing like a whore ♪ 258 00:10:53,320 --> 00:10:54,421 Hey! 259 00:10:54,521 --> 00:10:55,989 ♪ Now, I'm just speeding up ♪ 260 00:10:56,089 --> 00:10:57,991 ♪ I ain't tapping on the brakes ♪ 261 00:10:58,091 --> 00:11:00,260 ♪ Let me rearrange this meaty tuck ♪ 262 00:11:00,360 --> 00:11:02,862 ♪ 'Cause damn, this car shakes ♪ 263 00:11:02,962 --> 00:11:05,532 ♪ Turn it on ♪ 264 00:11:05,632 --> 00:11:07,467 ♪ Giddy up ♪ 265 00:11:07,567 --> 00:11:10,170 ♪ Here we go ♪ 266 00:11:10,270 --> 00:11:11,571 ♪ Now I'm cooking with gas ♪ 267 00:11:11,671 --> 00:11:12,972 ♪ A little bit of sass ♪ 268 00:11:13,073 --> 00:11:14,741 ♪ If you don't like it, then kiss my ass ♪ 269 00:11:14,841 --> 00:11:16,776 ♪ Buns of steel, keepin' it real ♪ 270 00:11:16,876 --> 00:11:19,212 ♪ Two high heels and a heart of glass ♪ 271 00:11:19,312 --> 00:11:21,047 ♪ Got big dreams, flawless seams ♪ 272 00:11:21,147 --> 00:11:23,350 ♪ Bootcut jeans, and I got no class ♪ 273 00:11:23,450 --> 00:11:26,486 ♪ Get out the way, bitch, I'm 'bout to pass ♪ 274 00:11:26,586 --> 00:11:27,887 ♪ I'm cooking with gas ♪ 275 00:11:27,988 --> 00:11:29,689 ♪ Pedal to the metal, do-si-do ♪ 276 00:11:29,789 --> 00:11:31,591 ♪ Kicking it up like a rodeo ♪ 277 00:11:31,691 --> 00:11:32,959 ♪ Cooking with gas ♪ 278 00:11:33,059 --> 00:11:34,294 ♪ Pedal to the metal, pans on the stove ♪ 279 00:11:34,394 --> 00:11:35,695 ♪ Can't slow down, got a ways to go ♪ 280 00:11:35,795 --> 00:11:36,930 ♪ Cooking with gas ♪ 281 00:11:37,030 --> 00:11:38,298 ♪ Pedal to the metal, do-si-do ♪ 282 00:11:38,398 --> 00:11:39,733 ♪ Kicking it up like a rodeo ♪ 283 00:11:39,833 --> 00:11:41,234 ♪ Cooking with gas ♪ 284 00:11:41,334 --> 00:11:42,569 ♪ Pedal to the metal, pans on the stove ♪ 285 00:11:42,669 --> 00:11:44,004 ♪ Can't slow down, got a ways to go ♪ 286 00:11:44,104 --> 00:11:46,072 ♪ Cooking with gas, a little bit of sass ♪ 287 00:11:46,172 --> 00:11:48,008 ♪ If you don't like it, then kiss my ass ♪ 288 00:11:48,108 --> 00:11:50,343 ♪ Buns of steel, keeping it real ♪ 289 00:11:50,443 --> 00:11:52,112 ♪ Two high heels and a heart of glass ♪ 290 00:11:52,212 --> 00:11:54,347 ♪ Got big dreams, flawless seams ♪ 291 00:11:54,447 --> 00:11:56,983 ♪ Bootcut jeans and I got no class ♪ 292 00:11:57,083 --> 00:11:58,685 ♪ Get out the way, bitch, I'm 'bout to pass ♪ 293 00:12:00,020 --> 00:12:02,922 ♪ 'Cause I'm cooking with gas ♪ 294 00:12:03,023 --> 00:12:05,425 Fill her up, boys. 295 00:12:17,137 --> 00:12:18,038 Yes, queen. 296 00:12:18,138 --> 00:12:20,206 Yes, Darlene! 297 00:12:25,311 --> 00:12:27,647 My gosh. 298 00:12:27,747 --> 00:12:32,152 Darlene, that was so dumb. 299 00:12:33,620 --> 00:12:35,722 Now fill her up and check the oil. 300 00:12:37,524 --> 00:12:40,160 OK, it's time for the judges' critiques. 301 00:12:40,260 --> 00:12:44,064 Darlene, I loved that performance. 302 00:12:44,164 --> 00:12:46,866 First of all, I love that you did this kind of 303 00:12:46,966 --> 00:12:50,136 rainbow choir robe and then the reveal 304 00:12:50,236 --> 00:12:53,139 to my favorite thing, gauntlets. 305 00:12:53,239 --> 00:12:54,708 You had them on. 306 00:12:54,808 --> 00:12:56,576 You know, it's been so much fun, this whole competition, 307 00:12:56,676 --> 00:12:58,511 to be able to watch you come into your own. 308 00:12:58,611 --> 00:13:00,513 You really, in the beginning, 309 00:13:00,613 --> 00:13:02,916 were kind of low key and struggling. 310 00:13:03,016 --> 00:13:04,384 And then I think something clicked 311 00:13:04,484 --> 00:13:06,519 and you just realized who you were. 312 00:13:06,619 --> 00:13:08,488 That's why that shirt that you're wearing right now 313 00:13:08,588 --> 00:13:10,423 is so very important. 314 00:13:10,523 --> 00:13:12,025 And I think the most important thing 315 00:13:12,125 --> 00:13:13,727 I'd like to thank you for 316 00:13:13,827 --> 00:13:16,329 is not wearing those shoes tonight. 317 00:13:18,231 --> 00:13:19,799 Save a horse, ride a drag queen. 318 00:13:19,899 --> 00:13:21,634 That was fantastic. - Yay. 319 00:13:21,735 --> 00:13:23,570 Putting the hoe back in hoedown. 320 00:13:23,670 --> 00:13:25,372 I loved every second of it. 321 00:13:25,472 --> 00:13:28,975 And I have this same t-shirt, but I'm really resonating 322 00:13:29,075 --> 00:13:31,778 with this one right now because I love you as well. 323 00:13:31,878 --> 00:13:32,912 Great job. 324 00:13:33,013 --> 00:13:34,080 - Thank you. Thank you. - Lovely. 325 00:13:34,180 --> 00:13:36,282 Darlene Flow Mitchell. 326 00:13:37,584 --> 00:13:39,219 I love you so much. 327 00:13:39,319 --> 00:13:41,054 I mean, you weren't just cooking with gas. 328 00:13:41,154 --> 00:13:42,589 You had a little bit of electric up in there. 329 00:13:42,689 --> 00:13:44,157 You were a hybrid tonight. 330 00:13:44,257 --> 00:13:47,660 You killed it, and I could not take my eyes off you. 331 00:13:47,761 --> 00:13:48,795 Congratulations. 332 00:13:48,895 --> 00:13:50,397 So proud of you tonight. 333 00:13:50,497 --> 00:13:52,198 Aww. 334 00:13:52,298 --> 00:13:54,234 OK, listen, I'm afraid to ask this question, 335 00:13:54,334 --> 00:13:57,270 but where did you get your sense of style? 336 00:13:57,370 --> 00:13:59,673 Just lucky, I guess. 337 00:13:59,773 --> 00:14:02,642 Some chose books, I chose looks. 338 00:14:05,178 --> 00:14:06,613 Now, as the judges said, 339 00:14:06,713 --> 00:14:08,982 you were the dark horse of this season. 340 00:14:09,082 --> 00:14:13,153 When did you realize you could win this whole competition? 341 00:14:13,253 --> 00:14:17,590 When I took the roast relying on nothing but my stupid-- 342 00:14:17,691 --> 00:14:18,892 Uh-huh. 343 00:14:18,992 --> 00:14:20,860 That, like, really kind of, like, let me know, like, 344 00:14:20,960 --> 00:14:23,697 oh, I'm winning this whole thing. 345 00:14:23,797 --> 00:14:25,999 Like-- 346 00:14:26,099 --> 00:14:27,500 It was--that was it. 347 00:14:27,600 --> 00:14:29,502 Now, before you were Darlene Mitchell, 348 00:14:29,602 --> 00:14:33,673 you were Trash The Drag Queen. 349 00:14:33,773 --> 00:14:36,309 So I have to ask, Darlene, 350 00:14:36,409 --> 00:14:39,713 what would you say to 24-year-old Trash? 351 00:14:42,415 --> 00:14:44,384 Oh, no! 352 00:14:44,484 --> 00:14:45,719 Work, bitch. 353 00:14:45,819 --> 00:14:47,754 Girl, you have work in the morning. 354 00:14:47,854 --> 00:14:49,823 You need to-- 355 00:14:49,923 --> 00:14:53,093 you need to get to bed-- and blend, bitch. 356 00:14:55,595 --> 00:14:59,165 And now, what would you say to five-year-old Blake? 357 00:15:01,768 --> 00:15:03,303 I would say that there's 358 00:15:03,403 --> 00:15:05,872 absolutely nothing wrong with you 359 00:15:05,972 --> 00:15:08,441 and that there will come a day when you might not 360 00:15:08,541 --> 00:15:11,811 think that you will see another one. 361 00:15:11,911 --> 00:15:14,514 But I'm standing here today 362 00:15:14,614 --> 00:15:16,416 to tell you that you find your light. 363 00:15:16,516 --> 00:15:19,719 You find your purpose. You find a smoking hot fiancé. 364 00:15:25,625 --> 00:15:28,428 And when it comes to your family, 365 00:15:28,528 --> 00:15:30,130 you will be delightfully surprised 366 00:15:30,230 --> 00:15:35,201 at how hearts and minds can change. 367 00:15:35,301 --> 00:15:37,904 And I love you. 368 00:15:38,004 --> 00:15:41,374 What a precious, precious baby. 369 00:15:41,474 --> 00:15:42,909 Now, who's here supporting you tonight? 370 00:15:43,009 --> 00:15:45,245 I have my beautiful fiancé, Brandon, 371 00:15:45,345 --> 00:15:46,546 and my dear friend, Molly. 372 00:15:46,646 --> 00:15:47,681 Hi, y'all. 373 00:15:47,781 --> 00:15:48,982 - Hi. - Hi. 374 00:15:49,082 --> 00:15:52,318 Now, Brandon is your creative collaborator. 375 00:15:52,419 --> 00:15:54,788 What's it like seeing her up on this stage, Brandon? 376 00:15:54,888 --> 00:15:56,589 Surreal. 377 00:15:56,690 --> 00:15:57,991 I'm so proud. 378 00:15:58,091 --> 00:16:01,127 We've been working together for, like, almost 10 years, 379 00:16:01,227 --> 00:16:02,996 and we've been dating for almost 10 years. 380 00:16:03,096 --> 00:16:06,766 And to see him here at the finale, I can't believe it. 381 00:16:06,866 --> 00:16:11,337 I'm so proud of you, and I'm rooting for you. 382 00:16:11,438 --> 00:16:13,606 Very sweet, very kind. 383 00:16:13,707 --> 00:16:15,341 Your friend Molly is here also. 384 00:16:15,442 --> 00:16:17,977 Molly, you've been on team Soldiers for Darlene 385 00:16:18,078 --> 00:16:19,479 for a long time, haven't you? 386 00:16:19,579 --> 00:16:21,881 - A long time. - What is your role? 387 00:16:21,981 --> 00:16:24,384 It was mostly passenger princess. 388 00:16:24,484 --> 00:16:27,654 You mean Uber driver? 389 00:16:27,754 --> 00:16:28,922 Sort of. 390 00:16:29,022 --> 00:16:30,490 Lots of singalongs in the car on the way 391 00:16:30,590 --> 00:16:32,792 to the show in full face. - Uh-huh. 392 00:16:32,892 --> 00:16:34,828 Lots of weeknight shows 393 00:16:34,928 --> 00:16:37,364 with varying degrees of crowd attendance. 394 00:16:38,965 --> 00:16:40,533 Well, that's going to change now. 395 00:16:40,633 --> 00:16:42,335 Yes, definitely. 396 00:16:42,435 --> 00:16:44,070 Now, Darlene, what would it mean to you 397 00:16:44,170 --> 00:16:46,773 to become America's Next Drag Superstar? 398 00:16:46,873 --> 00:16:49,009 It would mean that 399 00:16:49,109 --> 00:16:52,379 every success and struggle 400 00:16:52,479 --> 00:16:55,315 and tacky outfit along this journey-- 401 00:16:56,783 --> 00:16:58,551 Had a purpose 402 00:16:58,652 --> 00:17:01,021 and that the voice inside me that 403 00:17:01,121 --> 00:17:04,657 was telling me to never give up on this dream was right. 404 00:17:04,758 --> 00:17:06,960 It would also mean that y'all are about to see 405 00:17:07,060 --> 00:17:09,195 a lot more mall drag in the streets. 406 00:17:11,264 --> 00:17:13,033 All right. 407 00:17:13,133 --> 00:17:15,935 Ladies and gentlemen, Darlene Mitchell. 408 00:17:21,074 --> 00:17:22,709 If you're team Darlene Mitchell, 409 00:17:22,809 --> 00:17:25,912 sound off using #DragRace. 410 00:17:26,946 --> 00:17:28,481 ♪ Work, work, work, work, work, work ♪ 411 00:17:28,581 --> 00:17:30,183 Welcome back to the grand finale 412 00:17:30,283 --> 00:17:31,785 of "RuPaul's Drag Race." 413 00:17:31,885 --> 00:17:35,055 Up next, she came here a chorus girl, 414 00:17:35,155 --> 00:17:37,424 but she's leaving a star. 415 00:17:37,524 --> 00:17:38,925 It's Myki Meeks. 416 00:17:42,962 --> 00:17:46,766 I am Myki Meeks, and I'm known as the drag ingenue. 417 00:17:46,866 --> 00:17:49,536 But lately I've been feeling more like the leading lady. 418 00:17:51,271 --> 00:17:55,108 This roller coaster was the best ride of my life. 419 00:17:55,208 --> 00:17:56,276 She means it. 420 00:17:56,376 --> 00:17:59,746 Do not miss out on the opportunity! 421 00:17:59,846 --> 00:18:02,048 From Drew Barrymore to Lollipop. 422 00:18:02,148 --> 00:18:03,783 In Spanish, no. 423 00:18:03,883 --> 00:18:06,052 To a Karen gone wild-- 424 00:18:06,152 --> 00:18:07,287 Somebody help me! 425 00:18:07,387 --> 00:18:09,322 It has been an incredible journey. 426 00:18:09,422 --> 00:18:11,057 You walked down, and I wrote star. 427 00:18:11,157 --> 00:18:12,692 You've got just a sparkle. 428 00:18:12,792 --> 00:18:14,661 We just want to watch you and see what you do. 429 00:18:14,761 --> 00:18:16,396 ♪ Away ♪ 430 00:18:16,496 --> 00:18:19,666 Awoo! 431 00:18:19,766 --> 00:18:21,935 My highest point was the Rusical. 432 00:18:22,035 --> 00:18:24,738 I found an art form of mine that I put to the side 433 00:18:24,838 --> 00:18:26,606 because I thought I wasn't good enough for it. 434 00:18:26,706 --> 00:18:29,909 Tonight was so incredible for you. 435 00:18:30,009 --> 00:18:32,812 My lowest point was that damn Rate-A-Queen. 436 00:18:32,912 --> 00:18:34,914 Fifth position, Miss Myki Meeks. 437 00:18:35,015 --> 00:18:35,915 Damn. 438 00:18:36,016 --> 00:18:37,650 These girls really tried it. 439 00:18:37,751 --> 00:18:39,886 They voted me to be in the bottom, 440 00:18:39,986 --> 00:18:41,588 but the Meeks lives on. 441 00:18:41,688 --> 00:18:44,257 I wore that shirt that said revenge, and baby, I got it. 442 00:18:44,357 --> 00:18:45,859 Who do you think you're talking to? 443 00:18:45,959 --> 00:18:48,428 I'm Myki motherfucking Meeks. 444 00:18:48,528 --> 00:18:49,796 both: Hi. 445 00:18:49,896 --> 00:18:52,065 I'm sitting pretty with four wins. 446 00:18:52,165 --> 00:18:53,500 And not just four wins. 447 00:18:53,600 --> 00:18:57,237 I won the last three challenges in a row. 448 00:18:57,337 --> 00:18:59,205 Condragulations. Condragulations. 449 00:18:59,305 --> 00:19:00,807 Condragulations, you are the winner 450 00:19:00,907 --> 00:19:03,209 of this week's challenge. 451 00:19:03,309 --> 00:19:06,413 I want to win this so bad, 452 00:19:06,513 --> 00:19:07,947 not just for me, 453 00:19:08,048 --> 00:19:09,682 but for the people who raised me, 454 00:19:09,783 --> 00:19:11,584 for the community that made me. 455 00:19:11,685 --> 00:19:14,187 Curtains up, light the lights. 456 00:19:14,287 --> 00:19:16,589 Let's do this. 457 00:19:16,690 --> 00:19:18,558 Here to show us what she can do, 458 00:19:18,658 --> 00:19:22,962 performing her original song, "Versatile," it's Myki Meeks. 459 00:19:23,063 --> 00:19:26,032 ♪ I've played the leading lady ♪ 460 00:19:26,132 --> 00:19:29,002 ♪ I've been the ingenue ♪ 461 00:19:29,102 --> 00:19:30,804 ♪ Comedy and drama ♪ 462 00:19:30,904 --> 00:19:33,907 ♪ I can switch between the two ♪ 463 00:19:34,007 --> 00:19:36,176 ♪ Just give me any role ♪ 464 00:19:36,276 --> 00:19:39,446 ♪ And I'll go that extra mile ♪ 465 00:19:39,546 --> 00:19:41,881 ♪ I'm a natural performer ♪ 466 00:19:41,981 --> 00:19:46,753 ♪ And by God, I'm versatile ♪ 467 00:19:46,853 --> 00:19:49,923 ♪ Whether bottom billing or on top of the marquee ♪ 468 00:19:50,023 --> 00:19:53,560 ♪ I'll bend over backwards or I'll play it on my knees ♪ 469 00:19:53,660 --> 00:19:56,329 ♪ I can handle any part, big or small ♪ 470 00:19:56,429 --> 00:19:58,231 ♪ 'Cause baby, I'm versatile ♪ 471 00:19:58,331 --> 00:20:03,436 ♪ And I can do it all ♪ 472 00:20:03,536 --> 00:20:06,573 ♪ Broadway virgin or theater geek ♪ 473 00:20:06,673 --> 00:20:09,642 ♪ I can make you come eight times a week ♪ 474 00:20:09,743 --> 00:20:13,346 ♪ In a group scene or a one-woman show ♪ 475 00:20:13,446 --> 00:20:14,681 ♪ I'll leave you with ♪ 476 00:20:14,781 --> 00:20:20,320 ♪ A standing O ♪ 477 00:20:20,420 --> 00:20:21,955 ♪ As in orgasm ♪ 478 00:20:22,055 --> 00:20:24,190 ♪ Get ready for my big finish ♪ 479 00:20:24,290 --> 00:20:26,526 ♪ I like to show off ♪ 480 00:20:26,626 --> 00:20:28,928 ♪ You like to watch, mm-hmm ♪ 481 00:20:29,029 --> 00:20:30,563 ♪ Whatever you need ♪ 482 00:20:30,663 --> 00:20:34,000 ♪ Just give me a call ♪ 483 00:20:34,100 --> 00:20:37,170 ♪ 'Cause baby, I'm versatile ♪ 484 00:20:37,270 --> 00:20:42,509 ♪ And I can do it all ♪ 485 00:21:04,898 --> 00:21:06,700 Oh, my goodness. 486 00:21:06,800 --> 00:21:09,336 Myki, wow. 487 00:21:09,436 --> 00:21:10,804 What a whore. 488 00:21:10,904 --> 00:21:12,872 Oh. 489 00:21:12,972 --> 00:21:14,407 Now it's time for the judges' critiques. 490 00:21:14,507 --> 00:21:15,875 First up, Michelle Visage. 491 00:21:15,975 --> 00:21:18,144 Daughter, you look like a Visage tonight, 492 00:21:18,244 --> 00:21:20,547 and I am very proud of that. 493 00:21:20,647 --> 00:21:21,848 You know what, Myki? 494 00:21:21,948 --> 00:21:24,184 You've been strong through this whole competition, 495 00:21:24,284 --> 00:21:27,554 but I think what you did tonight was really smart 496 00:21:27,654 --> 00:21:30,623 because your song was called "Versatile"? 497 00:21:30,724 --> 00:21:32,592 - Correct. - I'm versatile too. 498 00:21:32,692 --> 00:21:33,593 I've heard that about you. 499 00:21:35,095 --> 00:21:38,365 Here you are at the end and you are branding. 500 00:21:38,465 --> 00:21:42,435 You are letting people know what you are able to do. 501 00:21:42,535 --> 00:21:44,671 You sang it. You danced it. You showed it. 502 00:21:44,771 --> 00:21:47,974 I thought it was fantastic. 503 00:21:48,074 --> 00:21:50,510 Thank you. Thank you, Michelle. 504 00:21:50,610 --> 00:21:52,612 Wow, you are what they call a triple threat. 505 00:21:52,712 --> 00:21:56,082 You can sing, you can dance, and you can serve gorgeous face. 506 00:21:56,182 --> 00:21:57,650 - Oh! - I mean, you look stunning. 507 00:21:57,751 --> 00:22:00,987 From the moment you started, it was a smash performance. 508 00:22:01,087 --> 00:22:04,524 You are versed, but you're actually a top performer 509 00:22:04,624 --> 00:22:07,827 because that was amazing. - Hey. 510 00:22:07,927 --> 00:22:09,529 Thank you, Carson. 511 00:22:09,629 --> 00:22:12,432 Myki, that was a hard performance to do, 512 00:22:12,532 --> 00:22:14,834 and you did it perfectly. 513 00:22:14,934 --> 00:22:17,037 It was well executed, 514 00:22:17,137 --> 00:22:19,506 and you could see your heart on the stage. 515 00:22:19,606 --> 00:22:21,374 Like, you left it on the floor. 516 00:22:21,474 --> 00:22:22,909 Great job tonight. 517 00:22:23,009 --> 00:22:26,579 Oh, thank you so much. Thank you. 518 00:22:26,680 --> 00:22:29,015 What did you learn about yourself on "Drag Race?" 519 00:22:29,115 --> 00:22:31,851 You know, coming in, I would get 520 00:22:31,951 --> 00:22:33,920 a lot of positive affirmation from others 521 00:22:34,020 --> 00:22:37,057 and I would hear it, but I didn't always feel it. 522 00:22:37,157 --> 00:22:41,961 Well, being here, I learned how to channel that energy 523 00:22:42,062 --> 00:22:44,130 and what other people see in me. 524 00:22:44,230 --> 00:22:47,000 And now I'm standing here with that power. 525 00:22:47,100 --> 00:22:48,768 I came in as an ingenue, 526 00:22:48,868 --> 00:22:50,770 but now I'm leaving a leading lady. 527 00:22:50,870 --> 00:22:52,972 Yes! 528 00:22:55,308 --> 00:22:56,443 All right, leading lady. 529 00:22:56,543 --> 00:22:58,945 If you could turn back time, what message 530 00:22:59,045 --> 00:23:02,549 would you give to little five-year-old Michael? 531 00:23:04,551 --> 00:23:06,886 Ru, that's from my college graduation. 532 00:23:09,222 --> 00:23:12,258 I would say, little Michael, 533 00:23:12,359 --> 00:23:15,028 you're about to experience a life 534 00:23:15,128 --> 00:23:18,231 full of love and laughter 535 00:23:18,331 --> 00:23:21,334 with the best friends in the world 536 00:23:21,434 --> 00:23:26,072 and two parents who support you for who you are. 537 00:23:26,172 --> 00:23:29,175 And you may be teased for that same reason, 538 00:23:29,275 --> 00:23:32,912 but just know that they are pointing out your superpower. 539 00:23:33,012 --> 00:23:35,315 You were born to stand out. 540 00:23:35,415 --> 00:23:36,916 So go for it. 541 00:23:37,017 --> 00:23:40,420 And every time you wrap yourself in a blanket skirt 542 00:23:40,520 --> 00:23:43,656 like it's the only gown, 543 00:23:43,757 --> 00:23:46,660 you're preparing yourself for greatness. 544 00:23:46,760 --> 00:23:49,029 And stick with the name Myki. 545 00:23:49,129 --> 00:23:50,964 I love it. I love it. 546 00:23:52,999 --> 00:23:54,234 It's funny. 547 00:23:54,334 --> 00:23:56,002 You look exactly the same. 548 00:23:56,102 --> 00:23:57,604 - I know. - You look exactly the same. 549 00:23:57,704 --> 00:24:00,140 And I'm looking what appears to be your father and your mother. 550 00:24:00,240 --> 00:24:01,241 Correct. 551 00:24:01,341 --> 00:24:02,342 You look exactly like the both of them. 552 00:24:02,442 --> 00:24:03,777 I know. I know. 553 00:24:03,877 --> 00:24:05,679 It looks like dad, Bernie, is wearing one of my jackets. 554 00:24:05,779 --> 00:24:07,447 - Yes, yes. - Gorgeous. 555 00:24:07,547 --> 00:24:08,982 Faye, did you dress him tonight? 556 00:24:09,082 --> 00:24:10,450 - I did. - You did? 557 00:24:10,550 --> 00:24:11,785 I bought the clothes. 558 00:24:11,885 --> 00:24:13,153 She dressed me. - He bought it. 559 00:24:13,253 --> 00:24:14,454 Oh-- 560 00:24:14,554 --> 00:24:17,824 So now where does Myki get her stage presence? 561 00:24:17,924 --> 00:24:18,892 Which one of you? 562 00:24:18,992 --> 00:24:19,893 Mom? 563 00:24:19,993 --> 00:24:23,697 Well, I was a dancer. 564 00:24:23,797 --> 00:24:25,231 You were a showgirl? 565 00:24:25,332 --> 00:24:26,833 I was a little bit a showgirl. 566 00:24:26,933 --> 00:24:28,034 Yes, yes, yes. 567 00:24:28,134 --> 00:24:29,903 But no, he was born that way. 568 00:24:30,003 --> 00:24:31,438 - Yeah. - He had the passion 569 00:24:31,538 --> 00:24:34,174 to be a performer when he was a youngster. 570 00:24:34,274 --> 00:24:35,809 - Really? - Always entertaining. 571 00:24:35,909 --> 00:24:36,943 When Regis Philbin had his show, 572 00:24:37,043 --> 00:24:38,211 "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire." 573 00:24:38,311 --> 00:24:39,512 Yeah? 574 00:24:39,612 --> 00:24:41,414 He would do the imitation to anybody who walked by. 575 00:24:43,516 --> 00:24:45,485 Well, Faye and Bernie, you done good. 576 00:24:45,585 --> 00:24:46,753 - Thank you. - Thank you. 577 00:24:46,853 --> 00:24:48,021 - You done good. - We think so. 578 00:24:48,121 --> 00:24:49,356 - Thank you. - Now, Myki, 579 00:24:49,456 --> 00:24:51,191 is there anything you'd like to say to your parents? 580 00:24:51,291 --> 00:24:53,259 Oh, man, this is crazy. 581 00:24:53,360 --> 00:24:54,928 Tell me about it. 582 00:24:55,028 --> 00:24:57,330 - I love you both so much. - We love you too, honey. 583 00:24:57,430 --> 00:25:01,601 Thank you for always supporting me in my dreams. 584 00:25:01,701 --> 00:25:04,938 And I couldn't be standing here today 585 00:25:05,038 --> 00:25:07,374 without what you've given me, 586 00:25:07,474 --> 00:25:09,709 and I hope to be making you so proud. 587 00:25:09,809 --> 00:25:11,378 So proud. Always so proud. 588 00:25:13,480 --> 00:25:14,981 Myki, what would it mean to you to become 589 00:25:15,081 --> 00:25:17,250 America's Next Drag Superstar? 590 00:25:17,350 --> 00:25:20,086 You know, Ru, I'm a big believer in 591 00:25:20,186 --> 00:25:22,522 "everything happens for a reason." 592 00:25:22,622 --> 00:25:27,193 And in my life and career, I have faced a lot of rejection, 593 00:25:27,293 --> 00:25:30,330 but I never lived by the nos 594 00:25:30,430 --> 00:25:32,499 because I knew it was leading to my ultimate yes. 595 00:25:32,599 --> 00:25:34,534 And that's what this moment is right here. 596 00:25:34,634 --> 00:25:36,136 You've said it yourself. 597 00:25:36,236 --> 00:25:40,173 You can look at the darkness, but don't stare. 598 00:25:40,273 --> 00:25:43,810 So with this title, I'm stepping into my light, 599 00:25:43,910 --> 00:25:46,713 and I hope to inspire others to do the same. 600 00:25:48,248 --> 00:25:49,582 I love it. 601 00:25:49,682 --> 00:25:53,086 Well, she worked her fanny off this season. 602 00:25:53,186 --> 00:25:55,021 Give it up for Myki Meeks. 603 00:25:56,856 --> 00:25:59,826 ♪ She's so wild, so animal ♪ 604 00:25:59,926 --> 00:26:01,961 ♪ She's gonna work that sexy body ♪ 605 00:26:02,062 --> 00:26:06,499 If you are team Myki Meeks, sound off using #DragRace. 606 00:26:06,766 --> 00:26:08,034 ♪ You say you wanna win it ♪ 607 00:26:08,134 --> 00:26:10,036 ♪ I wanna see you ♪ 608 00:26:10,136 --> 00:26:13,540 This is the grand finale of "RuPaul's Drag Race." 609 00:26:13,640 --> 00:26:18,011 This next queen has turned the art of drag into a science. 610 00:26:18,111 --> 00:26:19,679 It's Nini Coco. 611 00:26:24,584 --> 00:26:25,752 I'm Nini Coco. 612 00:26:25,852 --> 00:26:28,021 I am the high energy, high fashion diva 613 00:26:28,121 --> 00:26:29,456 from Denver, Colorado. 614 00:26:31,524 --> 00:26:34,427 My journey started off very hot with a win. 615 00:26:34,527 --> 00:26:36,429 I would wear this outfit outside. 616 00:26:36,529 --> 00:26:37,564 I love it. 617 00:26:37,664 --> 00:26:38,865 And it was not long before 618 00:26:38,965 --> 00:26:40,934 the reality of the competition hit me. 619 00:26:43,169 --> 00:26:45,872 I feel like I was overthinking what I had to do. 620 00:26:45,972 --> 00:26:47,173 Wait, I'll go with two. 621 00:26:47,273 --> 00:26:48,875 There have been a couple hiccups. 622 00:26:48,975 --> 00:26:50,043 Mr. Paul! 623 00:26:50,143 --> 00:26:52,645 It's not a family resemblance to me. 624 00:26:52,746 --> 00:26:54,447 But at the end of the day, I have pushed through 625 00:26:54,547 --> 00:26:58,151 and given my all every step of the way. 626 00:26:58,251 --> 00:26:59,419 - Hey! - Hey! 627 00:26:59,519 --> 00:27:01,121 There are so many moments of joy 628 00:27:01,221 --> 00:27:02,555 sprinkled throughout this experience. 629 00:27:02,655 --> 00:27:04,958 Let's breed, baby. 630 00:27:05,058 --> 00:27:06,760 I've proven that I am funny. 631 00:27:06,860 --> 00:27:07,761 Oh! 632 00:27:07,861 --> 00:27:09,429 I'm a talented designer. 633 00:27:09,529 --> 00:27:11,931 She created a wow effect. 634 00:27:12,032 --> 00:27:13,900 From making most of my runway looks 635 00:27:14,000 --> 00:27:16,302 to fighting to the end of this competition 636 00:27:16,403 --> 00:27:19,005 through lip sync after lip sync after lip sync. 637 00:27:20,874 --> 00:27:22,242 I feel like I got off to a rough start 638 00:27:22,342 --> 00:27:23,576 with some of the queens. 639 00:27:23,676 --> 00:27:24,611 - Has a gun. - Nini's got the gun. 640 00:27:24,711 --> 00:27:26,212 - Nini has a gun. - Nini has a gun. 641 00:27:26,312 --> 00:27:27,814 But by the end of the competition, 642 00:27:27,914 --> 00:27:30,250 I found a way to communicate better. 643 00:27:30,350 --> 00:27:32,952 I want to connect with y'all, and I, like, 644 00:27:33,053 --> 00:27:34,821 struggle to do that in moments. 645 00:27:34,921 --> 00:27:37,991 This experience taught me that the art of drag 646 00:27:38,091 --> 00:27:41,494 is an amazing way to express emotion, 647 00:27:41,594 --> 00:27:43,630 but you have to understand 648 00:27:43,730 --> 00:27:45,765 the core humanity within all of it, 649 00:27:45,865 --> 00:27:48,301 and that is the most important thing. 650 00:27:50,036 --> 00:27:52,305 I walked into this competition as a mechanical engineer, 651 00:27:52,405 --> 00:27:54,974 and I am leaving a drag superstar. 652 00:27:55,075 --> 00:27:56,676 I'm so ready for this final performance. 653 00:27:56,776 --> 00:27:58,144 I have one last thing to prove, 654 00:27:58,244 --> 00:28:01,147 and it's that I deserve this crown. 655 00:28:01,247 --> 00:28:02,482 Bitch, get ready. 656 00:28:04,517 --> 00:28:07,153 And now performing "Stitimulate," 657 00:28:07,253 --> 00:28:10,457 it's the electrifying Nini Coco. 658 00:28:10,557 --> 00:28:12,592 ♪ Automate ♪ 659 00:28:12,692 --> 00:28:14,694 ♪ Concentrate ♪ 660 00:28:14,794 --> 00:28:16,663 ♪ Imitate ♪ 661 00:28:16,763 --> 00:28:19,032 ♪ Calculate ♪ 662 00:28:19,132 --> 00:28:23,036 ♪ It is time to get to work ♪ 663 00:28:23,136 --> 00:28:25,138 ♪ Clock in, clock out, then submit it ♪ 664 00:28:25,238 --> 00:28:27,340 ♪ Concentrate, don't ever quit it ♪ 665 00:28:27,440 --> 00:28:31,378 ♪ You'll forget you ever did it, did it, uh ♪ 666 00:28:31,478 --> 00:28:33,580 ♪ Keep your body at attention ♪ 667 00:28:33,680 --> 00:28:35,715 ♪ Seek perfection and precision ♪ 668 00:28:35,815 --> 00:28:37,884 ♪ Emotion is inefficient ♪ 669 00:28:40,653 --> 00:28:43,256 ♪ I want to stimulate your soul ♪ 670 00:28:43,356 --> 00:28:45,525 ♪ Stimulate your mind ♪ 671 00:28:45,625 --> 00:28:49,195 ♪ Stimulate your ears and eyes and all your senses ♪ 672 00:28:49,295 --> 00:28:51,564 ♪ I want to free you from your lows ♪ 673 00:28:51,664 --> 00:28:54,034 ♪ And take you to your highs ♪ 674 00:28:54,134 --> 00:28:58,238 ♪ Stimulate your ears and eyes and all your senses ♪ 675 00:28:58,338 --> 00:29:00,607 ♪ Stimulate ♪ 676 00:29:00,707 --> 00:29:02,842 ♪ Liberate ♪ 677 00:29:02,942 --> 00:29:04,644 ♪ Deviate ♪ 678 00:29:04,744 --> 00:29:06,546 ♪ Fornicate, fornicate, ah ♪ 679 00:29:06,646 --> 00:29:08,982 ♪ Stimulate ♪ 680 00:29:09,082 --> 00:29:11,084 ♪ Liberate ♪ 681 00:29:11,184 --> 00:29:13,119 ♪ Deviate ♪ 682 00:29:13,219 --> 00:29:14,354 ♪ Fornicate, fornicate ♪ 683 00:29:14,454 --> 00:29:16,690 ♪ I want to stimulate your soul ♪ 684 00:29:16,790 --> 00:29:18,692 ♪ Stimulate your mind ♪ 685 00:29:18,792 --> 00:29:22,495 ♪ Stimulate your ears and eyes and all your senses ♪ 686 00:29:22,595 --> 00:29:24,931 ♪ I want to free you from your lows ♪ 687 00:29:25,031 --> 00:29:27,167 ♪ And take you to your highs ♪ 688 00:29:27,267 --> 00:29:31,838 ♪ Stimulate your ears and eyes and all your senses ♪ 689 00:29:46,186 --> 00:29:47,854 Yes, bitch! 690 00:29:59,199 --> 00:30:02,001 Whoo, Nini! 691 00:30:02,102 --> 00:30:05,638 Wow. I want to work in your office. 692 00:30:05,739 --> 00:30:07,741 You're welcome to anytime. 693 00:30:07,841 --> 00:30:09,042 Let's hear from the judges. 694 00:30:09,142 --> 00:30:10,910 Come on, cold-hearted snake. 695 00:30:11,010 --> 00:30:15,048 That was so amazing, so tight. 696 00:30:15,148 --> 00:30:17,417 And you had to be with that type of choreography. 697 00:30:17,517 --> 00:30:21,221 This is what it looks like when you keep your eye on the prize. 698 00:30:21,321 --> 00:30:23,656 It's been so fun, and you've been amazing. 699 00:30:23,757 --> 00:30:25,058 Thank you, Michelle. 700 00:30:26,893 --> 00:30:29,796 Oh, my gosh, I'm cuckoo for Nini Coco. 701 00:30:29,896 --> 00:30:31,197 It was just so captivating. 702 00:30:31,297 --> 00:30:32,465 From the moment you started 703 00:30:32,565 --> 00:30:34,434 that really intense choreography, 704 00:30:34,534 --> 00:30:36,436 we were all drawn in, we were locked in. 705 00:30:36,536 --> 00:30:38,772 The audience was with you the entire time. 706 00:30:38,872 --> 00:30:41,808 That was really phenomenal. Congratulations. 707 00:30:41,908 --> 00:30:44,044 Thanks, Carson. 708 00:30:44,144 --> 00:30:47,247 Nini, you ate that performance up. 709 00:30:47,347 --> 00:30:48,548 Yes. 710 00:30:48,648 --> 00:30:50,383 And I'm so proud of you because that was not easy. 711 00:30:50,483 --> 00:30:52,886 From the reveal to coming down off the table 712 00:30:52,986 --> 00:30:55,422 onto a chair in the heel and then doing 713 00:30:55,522 --> 00:30:57,691 the fast performance in the chair, that was crazy. 714 00:30:57,791 --> 00:31:01,628 So just all season long, you really showed 715 00:31:01,728 --> 00:31:05,131 what it takes to be a real entertainer. 716 00:31:05,231 --> 00:31:07,267 Beautiful job. Beautiful job. 717 00:31:09,102 --> 00:31:11,971 Now, Nini, what did you learn about yourself 718 00:31:12,072 --> 00:31:13,640 during your time at "Drag Race"? 719 00:31:13,740 --> 00:31:17,110 The moral of the story for me was it's not that serious. 720 00:31:17,210 --> 00:31:18,978 And for so much of my life, 721 00:31:19,079 --> 00:31:21,548 I've been afraid of taking risks. 722 00:31:21,648 --> 00:31:23,883 And this competition throws that out the window. 723 00:31:23,983 --> 00:31:26,820 So let it all go and just have fun. 724 00:31:26,920 --> 00:31:28,188 Yeah, yeah. 725 00:31:28,288 --> 00:31:30,423 How did you get along with the other queens? 726 00:31:30,523 --> 00:31:31,725 Uh, queens, care to share? 727 00:31:34,294 --> 00:31:35,996 I feel like there was a point at the beginning 728 00:31:36,096 --> 00:31:38,798 of the competition where I was coming in 729 00:31:38,898 --> 00:31:40,300 a little bit hot with some of the shade. 730 00:31:40,400 --> 00:31:43,203 I learned a lot that half of this competition 731 00:31:43,303 --> 00:31:45,138 is the challenges, and the other half 732 00:31:45,238 --> 00:31:48,141 is the relationships that you build with these other girls. 733 00:31:48,241 --> 00:31:51,144 And thankfully, throughout all of that and letting go 734 00:31:51,244 --> 00:31:53,680 of some of that insecurity, I feel like 735 00:31:53,780 --> 00:31:56,116 I'm able to find so many friends in all of you. 736 00:31:56,216 --> 00:31:57,984 And thank y'all for being patient with me 737 00:31:58,084 --> 00:32:00,487 as I learned how to communicate 738 00:32:00,587 --> 00:32:02,455 really what I meant and what I was trying to say. 739 00:32:02,555 --> 00:32:03,590 - We love you! - We love you! 740 00:32:03,690 --> 00:32:05,358 We love you! 741 00:32:05,458 --> 00:32:06,660 Love you girls. 742 00:32:06,760 --> 00:32:10,330 Now, Nini Coco, what words of wisdom 743 00:32:10,430 --> 00:32:14,567 do you have to share with three-year-old Nico? 744 00:32:14,667 --> 00:32:17,037 - Oh, my God. - Aww. 745 00:32:19,406 --> 00:32:21,074 Um... 746 00:32:21,174 --> 00:32:26,646 you are such a happy little kid, and... 747 00:32:26,746 --> 00:32:29,416 I want you to hold on to that for as long as you can. 748 00:32:30,717 --> 00:32:33,586 Because I think when you realize that 749 00:32:33,687 --> 00:32:35,655 you're a little bit different than everybody else, 750 00:32:35,755 --> 00:32:38,458 you're going to start to feel scared of who you are 751 00:32:38,558 --> 00:32:40,660 and what people think about you 752 00:32:40,760 --> 00:32:43,997 and get scared of this future that you can't control. 753 00:32:44,097 --> 00:32:47,600 But I want you to know and remember one thing, 754 00:32:47,701 --> 00:32:50,570 and that is... 755 00:32:50,670 --> 00:32:52,806 your queerness is the greatest gift 756 00:32:52,906 --> 00:32:54,541 that this life has to give you. 757 00:32:54,641 --> 00:32:57,677 And I want you 758 00:32:57,777 --> 00:33:01,748 to go to more parties and don't study so hard. 759 00:33:01,848 --> 00:33:04,317 Be faggy every single day. 760 00:33:05,618 --> 00:33:08,888 And I hope that I made you proud 761 00:33:08,989 --> 00:33:11,291 because you make me so proud. 762 00:33:11,391 --> 00:33:12,992 Aw, lovely. 763 00:33:14,294 --> 00:33:16,396 Now, I see a beautiful woman 764 00:33:16,496 --> 00:33:18,932 and a gorgeous man in the front row here. 765 00:33:19,032 --> 00:33:22,936 Yes, that is my mom, Kim, and my boyfriend, AJ. 766 00:33:23,036 --> 00:33:25,872 Mom, are those cheekbones natural? 767 00:33:25,972 --> 00:33:28,641 I'm afraid they are. 768 00:33:28,742 --> 00:33:32,178 They are gorgeous! 769 00:33:32,278 --> 00:33:35,081 Now, when you saw Nini Coco in drag the first time, 770 00:33:35,181 --> 00:33:36,583 did you see yourself? 771 00:33:36,683 --> 00:33:37,584 Who did you see? 772 00:33:37,684 --> 00:33:40,120 - Oh, absolutely saw me. - Uh-huh. 773 00:33:40,220 --> 00:33:42,589 The very first time, 774 00:33:42,689 --> 00:33:44,691 he was in a dark wig... - Uh-huh. 775 00:33:44,791 --> 00:33:46,893 And he goes, he looks just like you. 776 00:33:46,993 --> 00:33:49,195 It freaked me out. So... 777 00:33:49,295 --> 00:33:52,966 Now, AJ, you are also in the science world. 778 00:33:53,066 --> 00:33:54,734 How did two nerds like you meet? 779 00:33:54,834 --> 00:33:56,136 Is there a--like a-- 780 00:33:56,236 --> 00:33:58,538 is there a Grindr or something for nerds? 781 00:33:58,638 --> 00:34:00,140 Is it called Nerdr? 782 00:34:00,240 --> 00:34:02,609 - Yeah, Sciencrdr. - Yeah. 783 00:34:02,709 --> 00:34:03,810 How did you guys meet? 784 00:34:03,910 --> 00:34:06,680 Yeah, we were in school just going at it and-- 785 00:34:06,780 --> 00:34:09,282 Oh, hey! 786 00:34:11,484 --> 00:34:13,987 How do two smart people 787 00:34:14,087 --> 00:34:16,623 make a relationship work for so long? 788 00:34:16,723 --> 00:34:19,826 Honestly, he's-- he's the wings to my anchor. 789 00:34:19,926 --> 00:34:21,728 We just-- 790 00:34:21,828 --> 00:34:23,496 We're paired really well. 791 00:34:23,596 --> 00:34:24,964 I love that. 792 00:34:25,065 --> 00:34:26,966 I love it. Final question. 793 00:34:27,067 --> 00:34:30,236 Nini Coco, why do you want to be 794 00:34:30,336 --> 00:34:33,473 America's Next Drag Superstar? 795 00:34:33,573 --> 00:34:37,610 I feel like drag is my own liberation, 796 00:34:37,711 --> 00:34:40,113 and it is the thing that makes me feel the most alive. 797 00:34:40,213 --> 00:34:42,248 And to be America's Next Drag Superstar, 798 00:34:42,349 --> 00:34:45,552 I feel that calling and that responsibility to 799 00:34:45,652 --> 00:34:49,622 progress all of us towards a queer future 800 00:34:49,723 --> 00:34:51,992 that is better for everyone because the life 801 00:34:52,092 --> 00:34:54,094 we're living today feels kind of fucked. 802 00:34:54,194 --> 00:34:58,264 And if we can bring some more joy and some more power 803 00:34:58,365 --> 00:35:02,369 to queerness and all of us people who are struggling, 804 00:35:02,469 --> 00:35:04,270 that is the purpose that drag gives me. 805 00:35:04,371 --> 00:35:06,005 And I want to share that with the rest of the world. 806 00:35:06,106 --> 00:35:07,540 Lovely. 807 00:35:07,640 --> 00:35:10,043 One more round of applause for Nini Coco. 808 00:35:11,344 --> 00:35:12,645 ♪ Hey kitty girl ♪ 809 00:35:12,746 --> 00:35:14,647 ♪ It's your world ♪ 810 00:35:14,748 --> 00:35:16,516 ♪ When you walk the street ♪ 811 00:35:16,616 --> 00:35:21,221 If you are team Nini Coco, sound off using #DragRace. 812 00:35:24,391 --> 00:35:26,459 Welcome back to the grand finale 813 00:35:26,559 --> 00:35:28,028 of "RuPaul's Drag Race." 814 00:35:28,128 --> 00:35:31,765 There's only one word to describe Miley Cyrus-- 815 00:35:31,865 --> 00:35:35,068 charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent. 816 00:35:36,970 --> 00:35:38,538 M is for music. 817 00:35:38,638 --> 00:35:42,075 Miley doesn't just make hits. She creates bangers. 818 00:35:42,175 --> 00:35:44,110 The Grammy Award winning singer songwriter 819 00:35:44,210 --> 00:35:45,345 can do it all. 820 00:35:45,445 --> 00:35:47,981 Country, rock, pop, and hip-hop. 821 00:35:48,081 --> 00:35:50,116 Her unique voice is always rich, raspy, 822 00:35:50,216 --> 00:35:51,818 and revolutionary. 823 00:35:51,918 --> 00:35:53,520 I is for iconic. 824 00:35:53,620 --> 00:35:55,388 Whether swinging from a wrecking ball, 825 00:35:55,488 --> 00:35:57,657 dueting with her godmother Dolly Parton, 826 00:35:57,757 --> 00:35:59,292 or storming the red carpet. 827 00:35:59,392 --> 00:36:03,296 From TV specials to the VMAs, Miley is the moment. 828 00:36:03,396 --> 00:36:05,365 Miley commands every stage she's on 829 00:36:05,465 --> 00:36:07,667 in every stage she's in. 830 00:36:07,767 --> 00:36:11,338 L is for the love Miley showers upon our community. 831 00:36:11,438 --> 00:36:14,307 We will continue to fight against judgment. 832 00:36:14,407 --> 00:36:16,843 By raising millions with her Happy Hippie Foundation, 833 00:36:16,943 --> 00:36:19,412 an important branch of the Miley Cyrus Foundation, 834 00:36:19,512 --> 00:36:21,114 she fights for homeless queer youth. 835 00:36:21,214 --> 00:36:23,850 And by using her platform to advocate for equality, 836 00:36:23,950 --> 00:36:26,786 Miley has already created an impactful legacy 837 00:36:26,886 --> 00:36:30,590 and achieved LGBTQ+ icon status. 838 00:36:30,690 --> 00:36:32,525 E is for extraordinary. 839 00:36:32,625 --> 00:36:35,295 Miley was just 11 years old when she secured the lead role 840 00:36:35,395 --> 00:36:37,263 of "Hannah Montana," a show that bridged 841 00:36:37,364 --> 00:36:39,966 her childhood with rapid pop culture fame. 842 00:36:40,066 --> 00:36:43,103 Her ability to evolve, like her talent, is extraordinary. 843 00:36:43,203 --> 00:36:45,472 She's an inspiration to us all as she continues 844 00:36:45,572 --> 00:36:48,074 to grow as a person and an artist. 845 00:36:48,174 --> 00:36:50,744 And Y is for the 20 years Miley has spent 846 00:36:50,844 --> 00:36:54,581 rewriting the rules, reminding us that reinvention is power, 847 00:36:54,681 --> 00:36:56,049 that the bravest thing you can be 848 00:36:56,149 --> 00:36:58,218 is unapologetically yourself. 849 00:36:58,318 --> 00:37:01,054 And at 33, she's just getting started. 850 00:37:01,154 --> 00:37:04,691 For her dazzling contributions past, present, and future, 851 00:37:04,791 --> 00:37:07,293 tonight we celebrate Miley Cyrus 852 00:37:07,394 --> 00:37:10,463 with the Giving Us Lifetime Achievement Award. 853 00:37:12,565 --> 00:37:14,668 All rise for Miley Cyrus. 854 00:37:16,770 --> 00:37:20,106 ♪ This is the beginning, the beginning ♪ 855 00:37:20,206 --> 00:37:23,576 ♪ This is the beginning of the rest of your life ♪ 856 00:37:23,677 --> 00:37:27,213 ♪ This is the beginning, the beginning ♪ 857 00:37:27,313 --> 00:37:30,850 ♪ This is the beginning of the rest of your life ♪ 858 00:37:30,950 --> 00:37:34,354 ♪ This is the beginning, the beginning ♪ 859 00:37:34,454 --> 00:37:37,991 ♪ This is the beginning of the rest of your life ♪ 860 00:37:38,091 --> 00:37:40,126 ♪ This is the beginning ♪ 861 00:37:40,226 --> 00:37:42,996 Yes! 862 00:37:45,031 --> 00:37:48,768 ♪ This is the beginning, the beginning ♪ 863 00:37:48,868 --> 00:37:50,937 ♪ This is the beginning of the rest of your life ♪ 864 00:37:51,037 --> 00:37:53,073 Wow. 865 00:37:53,173 --> 00:37:54,941 I love it! 866 00:37:55,041 --> 00:37:56,876 This makes the Grammy look cheap. 867 00:37:56,976 --> 00:37:59,446 Miley, my darling, now, 868 00:37:59,546 --> 00:38:00,680 you've been working in this business 869 00:38:00,780 --> 00:38:03,116 since you were a child. 870 00:38:03,216 --> 00:38:04,718 What keeps you going? 871 00:38:04,818 --> 00:38:06,119 Moments like this. 872 00:38:06,219 --> 00:38:11,358 To stand beside my idols and icons like Mother Ru. 873 00:38:12,926 --> 00:38:14,060 And get my flowers. 874 00:38:14,160 --> 00:38:15,261 Yes. 875 00:38:15,362 --> 00:38:17,597 But to also use my platform 876 00:38:17,697 --> 00:38:20,400 to serve this incredible community. 877 00:38:20,500 --> 00:38:22,435 I love that. I love that. 878 00:38:22,535 --> 00:38:24,738 Now, I always wanted to ask you, 879 00:38:24,838 --> 00:38:26,773 why do you love drag so much? 880 00:38:26,873 --> 00:38:28,074 Well, because I'm a drag queen. 881 00:38:28,174 --> 00:38:29,609 Yeah, well, there you go. 882 00:38:29,709 --> 00:38:32,579 And I love the idea of an alter ego giving us power. 883 00:38:32,679 --> 00:38:35,115 And, you know, my persona just performed in Paris 884 00:38:35,215 --> 00:38:36,383 with Beyoncé, so-- 885 00:38:36,483 --> 00:38:38,118 - What? - She's my shero. 886 00:38:38,218 --> 00:38:39,652 Oh, my gosh. 887 00:38:39,753 --> 00:38:41,454 Now, as a super fan, 888 00:38:41,554 --> 00:38:45,392 is there a "Drag Race" challenge that you would absolutely kill? 889 00:38:45,492 --> 00:38:48,428 Snatch Game as Hannah Montana. 890 00:38:48,528 --> 00:38:52,098 Yes! 891 00:38:52,198 --> 00:38:54,668 That's right. 892 00:38:56,736 --> 00:38:58,905 All right, Miley, one last question. 893 00:38:59,005 --> 00:39:03,043 What would you say to your four-year-old self? 894 00:39:05,945 --> 00:39:08,748 Life's a climb, but the view is great, 895 00:39:08,848 --> 00:39:10,784 especially from Beverly Hills. 896 00:39:15,955 --> 00:39:18,358 Miley, we love you, we thank you, 897 00:39:18,458 --> 00:39:20,927 and we will always be there for you. 898 00:39:21,027 --> 00:39:23,096 Give it up for Miley Cyrus. 899 00:39:24,698 --> 00:39:26,199 ♪ This is the beginning ♪ 900 00:39:26,299 --> 00:39:28,868 ♪ The beginning, this is the beginning ♪ 901 00:39:28,968 --> 00:39:31,571 Coming up, who do you want to be crowned 902 00:39:31,671 --> 00:39:33,707 America's Next Drag Superstar? 903 00:39:33,807 --> 00:39:36,943 Are you team Darlene Mitchell, 904 00:39:37,043 --> 00:39:38,878 team Myki Meeks, 905 00:39:38,978 --> 00:39:40,847 or team Nini Coco? 906 00:39:40,947 --> 00:39:43,183 And next, Crystal Envy returns 907 00:39:43,283 --> 00:39:45,785 to award this season's Miss Congeniality 908 00:39:47,153 --> 00:39:50,256 William Dorsey Swann, a formerly enslaved Black man, 909 00:39:50,357 --> 00:39:53,426 was the first person to call themselves the queen of drag. 910 00:39:53,526 --> 00:39:55,996 In the 1800s, Swann threw secret balls 911 00:39:56,096 --> 00:39:57,430 in Washington, D.C. 912 00:39:57,530 --> 00:39:59,599 When the police raided one of her parties, 913 00:39:59,699 --> 00:40:00,834 she didn't run. 914 00:40:00,934 --> 00:40:03,803 She resisted and became the first American 915 00:40:03,903 --> 00:40:08,541 to take legal action in defense of LGBTQ rights. 916 00:40:08,641 --> 00:40:11,411 A World War II veteran, Jose Sarria, 917 00:40:11,511 --> 00:40:13,046 also known as Mama Jose 918 00:40:13,146 --> 00:40:15,448 and the Nightingale of Montgomery Street, 919 00:40:15,548 --> 00:40:17,684 performed at the legendary Black Cat Bar. 920 00:40:17,784 --> 00:40:20,153 During police raids, she led the patrons 921 00:40:20,253 --> 00:40:23,690 in a rousing rendition of "God Save Us Nelly Queens." 922 00:40:23,790 --> 00:40:28,661 In 1961, in full drag, Jose ran for San Francisco 923 00:40:28,762 --> 00:40:31,531 Board of Supervisors, becoming the first openly gay 924 00:40:31,631 --> 00:40:33,366 person to run for public office 925 00:40:33,466 --> 00:40:36,836 in the United States of America. 926 00:40:36,936 --> 00:40:40,573 In the 1960s, Mother Flawless Sabrina 927 00:40:40,673 --> 00:40:44,110 organized hundreds of drag pageants across the country 928 00:40:44,210 --> 00:40:46,312 in cities where it was illegal for men 929 00:40:46,413 --> 00:40:47,947 to wear women's clothing. 930 00:40:48,048 --> 00:40:49,749 And when the police showed up, 931 00:40:49,849 --> 00:40:53,553 Flawless faced arrest so her queens wouldn't have to. 932 00:40:53,653 --> 00:40:56,823 Jailed over 100 times, she continued to be 933 00:40:56,923 --> 00:41:00,927 a fearless and outspoken advocate into her late 70s, 934 00:41:01,027 --> 00:41:02,896 and her work is immortalized 935 00:41:02,996 --> 00:41:07,400 in the iconic documentary "The Queen." 936 00:41:07,500 --> 00:41:10,437 Attentions, dolls and divas, cubs and chubs, 937 00:41:10,537 --> 00:41:13,640 twinks and twunks, thems and femmes, 938 00:41:13,740 --> 00:41:16,276 now it's your turn to keep the lights on. 939 00:41:16,376 --> 00:41:19,913 You can start by donating to the ACLU Drag Defense Fund 940 00:41:20,013 --> 00:41:23,783 so future generations can share their queer joy with the world. 941 00:41:23,883 --> 00:41:26,987 Bob, does that mean we can stop pedaling? 942 00:41:27,087 --> 00:41:28,054 Nuh-uh. 943 00:41:28,154 --> 00:41:31,191 We gotta keep on keeping on. 944 00:41:31,291 --> 00:41:32,859 I'll drink to that. 945 00:41:34,494 --> 00:41:37,263 And now, please welcome our reigning 946 00:41:37,364 --> 00:41:40,600 Miss Congeniality, Crystal Envy. 947 00:41:40,700 --> 00:41:41,601 ♪ I, I, I'm that bitch ♪ 948 00:41:41,701 --> 00:41:42,635 ♪ I, I'm that bitch ♪ 949 00:41:42,736 --> 00:41:43,670 ♪ I, I, I'm that bitch ♪ 950 00:41:43,770 --> 00:41:44,938 ♪ It's the way it is ♪ 951 00:41:45,038 --> 00:41:46,439 ♪ I, I, I'm that bitch ♪ 952 00:41:46,539 --> 00:41:47,574 ♪ I, I'm that bitch ♪ 953 00:41:47,674 --> 00:41:48,942 ♪ I, I, I'm that bitch ♪ 954 00:41:49,042 --> 00:41:50,043 ♪ That's the way it is ♪ 955 00:41:50,143 --> 00:41:51,344 ♪ Don't, don't, don't you wish ♪ 956 00:41:51,444 --> 00:41:52,612 ♪ You could be that bitch ♪ 957 00:41:52,712 --> 00:41:53,847 ♪ But you ain't that bitch ♪ 958 00:41:53,947 --> 00:41:56,316 ♪ It's unanimous ♪ 959 00:41:56,416 --> 00:41:57,650 ♪ I'm that bitch ♪ 960 00:42:06,192 --> 00:42:07,727 Good evening. 961 00:42:07,827 --> 00:42:09,863 You know, when it comes to being congenial, 962 00:42:09,963 --> 00:42:13,099 I'm 100% that bitch. 963 00:42:15,268 --> 00:42:17,604 And tonight, I am so excited to announce that 964 00:42:17,704 --> 00:42:20,540 the winner of season 18's Miss Congeniality 965 00:42:20,640 --> 00:42:23,443 will receive $10,000 966 00:42:23,543 --> 00:42:25,679 presented by the new and improved 967 00:42:25,779 --> 00:42:27,213 Native Deodorant. 968 00:42:30,317 --> 00:42:33,420 The queens have voted, and the winner is... 969 00:42:36,022 --> 00:42:38,124 Jane Don't. 970 00:42:41,227 --> 00:42:42,562 I'm gagging. 971 00:42:42,662 --> 00:42:45,031 I'm gagging. 972 00:42:45,131 --> 00:42:47,233 How did that happen? 973 00:42:47,333 --> 00:42:48,368 Thank you. 974 00:42:48,468 --> 00:42:51,271 Oh, my God. 975 00:42:51,371 --> 00:42:54,274 Condragulations, Jane Don't. What do you have to say? 976 00:42:54,374 --> 00:42:56,576 Well, congeniality is not something 977 00:42:56,676 --> 00:42:59,679 the women in my family generally aspire to, 978 00:42:59,779 --> 00:43:01,881 but one of the best, like, gifts 979 00:43:01,981 --> 00:43:03,550 that this whole experience has given me 980 00:43:03,650 --> 00:43:05,552 is my relationships with these girls. 981 00:43:05,652 --> 00:43:07,754 You are the best prize that I think any of us get. 982 00:43:07,854 --> 00:43:09,856 So thank you so much. I love you, I love you. 983 00:43:09,956 --> 00:43:11,291 I love you, thank you! 984 00:43:13,693 --> 00:43:15,628 But hold up, hold up. 985 00:43:15,729 --> 00:43:17,063 Do you smell that? 986 00:43:17,163 --> 00:43:21,067 Ooh, it's the sweet smell of success. 987 00:43:21,167 --> 00:43:23,203 Because Native Deodorant would also like 988 00:43:23,303 --> 00:43:24,871 to offer all the other queens 989 00:43:24,971 --> 00:43:28,641 $2,000 each for a fabulous season. 990 00:43:29,843 --> 00:43:32,512 I'll take it. We can take it. 991 00:43:32,612 --> 00:43:34,214 Condragulations, queens. 992 00:43:34,314 --> 00:43:36,016 Now prance, queen, prance. 993 00:43:36,116 --> 00:43:38,084 ♪ A little bit of love ♪ 994 00:43:38,184 --> 00:43:40,453 ♪ Goes a long, long way ♪ 995 00:43:40,553 --> 00:43:43,189 ♪ Lifting you up to a brighter day ♪ 996 00:43:43,289 --> 00:43:45,325 ♪ A little bit of love ♪ 997 00:43:45,425 --> 00:43:46,926 ♪ Goes a long, long way ♪ 998 00:43:50,497 --> 00:43:53,233 Welcome back to the grand finale of "RuPaul's Drag Race." 999 00:43:53,333 --> 00:43:55,435 Now, I have some exciting news. 1000 00:43:55,535 --> 00:43:58,104 For the first time in "Drag Race" herstory, 1001 00:43:58,204 --> 00:44:00,473 this season's winner will snatch up 1002 00:44:00,573 --> 00:44:02,942 an official makeup collaboration 1003 00:44:03,043 --> 00:44:05,045 with Anastasia Beverly Hills. 1004 00:44:05,145 --> 00:44:07,747 Earlier this week, our top three queens 1005 00:44:07,847 --> 00:44:10,517 met with ABH president Norvina. 1006 00:44:10,617 --> 00:44:12,318 Take a look. 1007 00:44:16,322 --> 00:44:18,058 Studio Anastasia Beverly Hills. 1008 00:44:18,158 --> 00:44:19,659 Bitch. - How are you? 1009 00:44:19,759 --> 00:44:21,094 Welcome. 1010 00:44:21,194 --> 00:44:25,665 This is a dream come true going through all this stuff. 1011 00:44:25,765 --> 00:44:27,000 I kind of wanted to know from you, like, 1012 00:44:27,100 --> 00:44:28,635 what would be you in a product? 1013 00:44:28,735 --> 00:44:31,905 My drag is all about bold colors, 1014 00:44:32,005 --> 00:44:33,907 super pigmented eyeshadow. 1015 00:44:34,007 --> 00:44:35,775 Two aesthetic points that I really go for, 1016 00:44:35,875 --> 00:44:37,143 old Hollywood glamour, 1017 00:44:37,243 --> 00:44:38,912 and then that party girl aesthetic. 1018 00:44:39,012 --> 00:44:40,680 Bright blush, bright highlight. 1019 00:44:40,780 --> 00:44:42,082 Tacky, trashy. 1020 00:44:42,182 --> 00:44:43,450 You know what I mean? - OK. 1021 00:44:43,550 --> 00:44:45,151 The girl you would see outside of the truck stop. 1022 00:44:45,251 --> 00:44:46,686 You know, the blue eyeshadow. 1023 00:44:46,786 --> 00:44:47,687 OK. 1024 00:44:47,787 --> 00:44:48,989 This is so incredible. 1025 00:44:49,089 --> 00:44:50,156 This is a long time coming. 1026 00:44:50,256 --> 00:44:51,458 What I've always wanted to do is just 1027 00:44:51,558 --> 00:44:54,027 share some of the excitement for the winner 1028 00:44:54,127 --> 00:44:57,197 and really highlight and prop them up with something 1029 00:44:57,297 --> 00:44:59,466 that I feel could express themselves in a way 1030 00:44:59,566 --> 00:45:02,702 that they do every single day on the show, which is makeup. 1031 00:45:02,802 --> 00:45:03,870 So what colors are you feeling? 1032 00:45:03,970 --> 00:45:05,572 I feel like a pinky highlight 1033 00:45:05,672 --> 00:45:06,940 would be great too, to go into the blush. 1034 00:45:07,040 --> 00:45:08,041 A silvery pink? 1035 00:45:08,141 --> 00:45:09,175 Silvery pink would go into the blush. 1036 00:45:09,275 --> 00:45:12,545 My whole idea is when the spotlight hits-- 1037 00:45:12,645 --> 00:45:14,047 - Yeah. - You see the glow going. 1038 00:45:14,147 --> 00:45:15,148 It glows. 1039 00:45:15,248 --> 00:45:17,083 So it's an undercover explosion. 1040 00:45:17,183 --> 00:45:18,284 - Abs--oh, I love that. - Right? 1041 00:45:18,385 --> 00:45:19,519 Yeah. 1042 00:45:19,619 --> 00:45:20,987 OK, so you want, like, a gradient of blues. 1043 00:45:21,087 --> 00:45:22,989 Like a gradient of blue would be fantastic. 1044 00:45:23,089 --> 00:45:24,391 I love it. 1045 00:45:24,491 --> 00:45:25,725 I'm going to do like a darker tone right under here. 1046 00:45:25,825 --> 00:45:26,926 Exactly. 1047 00:45:27,027 --> 00:45:28,495 And that really pops the green in your eyes. 1048 00:45:28,595 --> 00:45:30,230 OK, you know all your complementary colors. 1049 00:45:30,330 --> 00:45:31,297 Yeah. 1050 00:45:31,398 --> 00:45:32,532 That's amazing. I'm so impressed. 1051 00:45:32,632 --> 00:45:34,434 I grew up with these big Texas sunsets. 1052 00:45:34,534 --> 00:45:35,835 When you're getting ready for the night, 1053 00:45:35,935 --> 00:45:37,404 that golden hour is that last moment 1054 00:45:37,504 --> 00:45:39,005 to make that impact in the light. 1055 00:45:39,105 --> 00:45:41,274 And I do always lean into those sunset colors. 1056 00:45:41,374 --> 00:45:42,308 This is wild. 1057 00:45:42,409 --> 00:45:43,543 I like it, though. 1058 00:45:43,643 --> 00:45:44,811 Drag is so important. 1059 00:45:44,911 --> 00:45:47,080 It always has been, but especially right now. 1060 00:45:47,180 --> 00:45:49,049 Makeup is a big part of it, 1061 00:45:49,149 --> 00:45:52,419 and we want to show that we're here to celebrate drag. 1062 00:45:52,519 --> 00:45:54,454 I think that drag is like the beacon of light 1063 00:45:54,554 --> 00:45:55,989 amongst all the fuckery. 1064 00:45:56,089 --> 00:45:58,124 Can I say fuckery? 1065 00:45:58,224 --> 00:45:59,359 Sorry. 1066 00:45:59,459 --> 00:46:01,227 I got way too passionate right now. 1067 00:46:02,562 --> 00:46:04,397 Oh, my God, you look amazing! 1068 00:46:04,497 --> 00:46:06,499 - You like? - Yes, I love. 1069 00:46:06,599 --> 00:46:09,936 I've never thought of myself as a makeup queen. 1070 00:46:10,036 --> 00:46:12,472 I like how I paint, and I feel like it's worked for me. 1071 00:46:12,572 --> 00:46:14,407 - I wanna try one of these too. - Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah. 1072 00:46:14,507 --> 00:46:16,309 But to go beyond that and create something 1073 00:46:16,409 --> 00:46:18,344 I'd use for my drag makeup? 1074 00:46:18,445 --> 00:46:19,512 Ooh, that is so exciting. 1075 00:46:19,612 --> 00:46:20,613 So good. 1076 00:46:20,714 --> 00:46:21,981 To think that someone would want 1077 00:46:22,082 --> 00:46:23,883 to do their makeup like mine-- 1078 00:46:23,983 --> 00:46:25,352 big, bold, and tacky-- 1079 00:46:25,452 --> 00:46:26,519 that--that's, uh... 1080 00:46:26,619 --> 00:46:28,054 That's wild. 1081 00:46:28,154 --> 00:46:29,155 Amazing. 1082 00:46:29,255 --> 00:46:30,557 Having my own makeup product is 1083 00:46:30,657 --> 00:46:33,693 the last thing on my bucket list 1084 00:46:33,793 --> 00:46:35,428 that I didn't even know existed. 1085 00:46:35,528 --> 00:46:36,730 Gorge. 1086 00:46:36,830 --> 00:46:38,031 But now that I've gotten a taste of it, 1087 00:46:38,131 --> 00:46:40,567 baby, the empire is about to be built. 1088 00:46:40,667 --> 00:46:41,901 Watch out. 1089 00:46:43,036 --> 00:46:44,704 I love it. 1090 00:46:44,804 --> 00:46:48,308 Now, America's reigning drag superstar had quite a year. 1091 00:46:48,408 --> 00:46:49,476 Take a look. 1092 00:46:52,245 --> 00:46:53,847 Ooh, let's get into it, girl. 1093 00:46:54,948 --> 00:46:56,616 It's your girl, Onya Nurve. 1094 00:46:56,716 --> 00:46:58,518 - Wow. - Big fupa. 1095 00:46:58,618 --> 00:46:59,919 I ate a chicken wing. 1096 00:47:00,020 --> 00:47:01,821 I want to see her host "SNL" one day. 1097 00:47:01,921 --> 00:47:03,423 You really cracked the code. 1098 00:47:03,523 --> 00:47:04,557 You mean quacked the code? 1099 00:47:04,657 --> 00:47:06,393 Oh, girl. 1100 00:47:06,493 --> 00:47:09,729 It is a masterclass in having stage presence. 1101 00:47:09,829 --> 00:47:11,631 Now, that's a high-class prostitute. 1102 00:47:11,731 --> 00:47:13,800 Excuse me? 1103 00:47:13,900 --> 00:47:18,238 America's Next Drag Superstar is... 1104 00:47:18,338 --> 00:47:19,472 Onya Nurve. 1105 00:47:19,572 --> 00:47:21,341 Yeah! 1106 00:47:22,876 --> 00:47:24,477 ♪ Left foot in out ♪ 1107 00:47:24,577 --> 00:47:26,413 ♪ Right foot in out ♪ 1108 00:47:28,415 --> 00:47:29,783 It do take nerve! 1109 00:47:34,387 --> 00:47:36,322 And now, please welcome 1110 00:47:36,423 --> 00:47:38,992 our reigning queen, Onya Nurve. 1111 00:47:39,092 --> 00:47:41,461 ♪ It do take nerve, take nerve ♪ 1112 00:47:41,561 --> 00:47:43,296 ♪ To bring it on to success ♪ 1113 00:47:43,396 --> 00:47:45,932 ♪ It do take nerve and work ♪ 1114 00:47:46,032 --> 00:47:48,702 ♪ Something tells me I bet I'm on your nerves ♪ 1115 00:47:48,802 --> 00:47:50,670 ♪ I heard you talking ♪ 1116 00:47:50,770 --> 00:47:51,971 ♪ One tit for tat, bitch ♪ 1117 00:47:52,072 --> 00:47:53,239 ♪ Look who's first ♪ 1118 00:47:53,340 --> 00:47:57,077 ♪ 'Cause baby, it do take nerve ♪ 1119 00:48:03,750 --> 00:48:05,185 Onya Nurve. 1120 00:48:05,285 --> 00:48:07,020 Onya Nurve! 1121 00:48:07,120 --> 00:48:08,421 Hey. 1122 00:48:08,521 --> 00:48:11,558 Now, listen, is being America's Next Drag Superstar 1123 00:48:11,658 --> 00:48:13,159 everything you thought it would be? 1124 00:48:13,259 --> 00:48:16,029 You know, it's everything I thought it would be and more. 1125 00:48:16,129 --> 00:48:18,164 You know, I'm able to do drag full time 1126 00:48:18,264 --> 00:48:20,734 at its highest capacity, 1127 00:48:20,834 --> 00:48:23,503 and I'm able to help my friends and family out 1128 00:48:23,603 --> 00:48:25,939 like I've never been able to before. 1129 00:48:26,039 --> 00:48:28,007 And I'm able to travel the world 1130 00:48:28,108 --> 00:48:29,542 and I got a lot more money in my bank account. 1131 00:48:29,642 --> 00:48:32,379 I love that. 1132 00:48:32,479 --> 00:48:34,080 Now, how's your daddy? 1133 00:48:34,180 --> 00:48:35,982 Everyone loved your daddy. 1134 00:48:36,082 --> 00:48:38,018 Everybody loved Nunya Bidness. 1135 00:48:38,118 --> 00:48:40,387 He's like Cleveland famous now. 1136 00:48:40,487 --> 00:48:41,554 - Really? - Yes. 1137 00:48:41,655 --> 00:48:44,057 He was on a vacation, on like a Carnival ship. 1138 00:48:44,157 --> 00:48:46,393 He wasn't acting up like the people on Carnival, was he? 1139 00:48:46,493 --> 00:48:47,861 You know he was. 1140 00:48:47,961 --> 00:48:48,962 You know he was. 1141 00:48:49,062 --> 00:48:51,331 But there was a drag queen on the ship 1142 00:48:51,431 --> 00:48:53,767 who noticed who he was, and the entire vacation, 1143 00:48:53,867 --> 00:48:55,535 he was like the famous man on the ship. 1144 00:48:55,635 --> 00:48:56,903 Oh. 1145 00:48:57,003 --> 00:48:58,238 And when he at the grocery store, 1146 00:48:58,338 --> 00:49:00,140 little Black ladies would be like, I see you, Nunya. 1147 00:49:01,775 --> 00:49:03,610 While he's shopping for his chicken wings. 1148 00:49:05,712 --> 00:49:07,914 OK, so what's next for you, Onya? 1149 00:49:08,014 --> 00:49:09,449 Oh, what's next? 1150 00:49:09,549 --> 00:49:11,051 I mean, I-- 1151 00:49:11,151 --> 00:49:13,353 after winning "RuPaul's Drag Race," 1152 00:49:13,453 --> 00:49:16,156 I'm just excited to continue to do everything that 1153 00:49:16,256 --> 00:49:18,291 I've wanted to do in my life, 1154 00:49:18,391 --> 00:49:19,926 everything that I've dreamed of. 1155 00:49:20,026 --> 00:49:22,228 I want to be the first drag queen to win an EGOT. 1156 00:49:22,329 --> 00:49:23,496 I mean, why not? 1157 00:49:23,596 --> 00:49:25,265 Why not? 1158 00:49:25,365 --> 00:49:26,266 I love that. 1159 00:49:26,366 --> 00:49:27,634 It do take nerve. 1160 00:49:27,734 --> 00:49:29,502 - It do take nerve. - It do take nerve. 1161 00:49:29,602 --> 00:49:30,737 Yes, it do. 1162 00:49:30,837 --> 00:49:33,740 Let's hear it for Onya Nurve! - Thank you. 1163 00:49:35,875 --> 00:49:37,844 ♪ Good luck and don't, good luck and don't ♪ 1164 00:49:39,679 --> 00:49:43,149 Welcome back to the grand finale of "RuPaul's Drag Race." 1165 00:49:43,249 --> 00:49:47,320 One more time, give a hand to our top three queens. 1166 00:49:49,022 --> 00:49:50,790 Darlene Mitchell. 1167 00:49:56,963 --> 00:49:59,599 Nini Coco. 1168 00:50:06,506 --> 00:50:08,441 And Myki Meeks. 1169 00:50:08,541 --> 00:50:12,012 ♪ This is the beginning, the beginning ♪ 1170 00:50:12,112 --> 00:50:16,683 ♪ This is the beginning of the rest of your life ♪ 1171 00:50:18,084 --> 00:50:20,353 Each of you has given your all. 1172 00:50:20,453 --> 00:50:23,123 But the time has come 1173 00:50:23,223 --> 00:50:26,393 when three must become two. 1174 00:50:31,965 --> 00:50:35,402 The two top queens moving forward 1175 00:50:35,502 --> 00:50:38,638 to the final Lip Sync for The Crown are... 1176 00:50:44,044 --> 00:50:46,379 Nini Coco. 1177 00:50:54,587 --> 00:50:55,555 And... 1178 00:51:02,462 --> 00:51:04,264 Myki Meeks. 1179 00:51:13,440 --> 00:51:16,543 Condragulations, and stay right where you are. 1180 00:51:16,643 --> 00:51:19,546 Darlene Mitchell, I'm sorry, my dear, 1181 00:51:19,646 --> 00:51:22,148 but this is not your time. 1182 00:51:22,248 --> 00:51:25,185 But for turning it out all season long, 1183 00:51:25,285 --> 00:51:28,254 we're giving you a cash tip of $10,000. 1184 00:51:30,223 --> 00:51:32,158 Hey! 1185 00:51:39,299 --> 00:51:43,036 all: Darlene, Darlene, Darlene, Darlene, 1186 00:51:43,136 --> 00:51:46,106 Darlene, Darlene, Darlene! 1187 00:51:47,907 --> 00:51:50,977 On behalf of your fans around the world, 1188 00:51:51,077 --> 00:51:54,914 thank you for a truly sassy season. 1189 00:51:55,014 --> 00:51:57,484 Give it up for Darlene Mitchell. 1190 00:52:00,553 --> 00:52:03,089 You sure? 1191 00:52:06,393 --> 00:52:08,762 We love you! 1192 00:52:09,729 --> 00:52:11,398 We love you! 1193 00:52:14,934 --> 00:52:18,171 Myki Meeks, Nini Coco, 1194 00:52:18,271 --> 00:52:19,806 no matter what happens next, 1195 00:52:19,906 --> 00:52:22,742 you are both going home a little richer 1196 00:52:22,842 --> 00:52:24,644 because tonight's runner-up 1197 00:52:24,744 --> 00:52:28,481 will receive a cash tip of $25,000. 1198 00:52:32,252 --> 00:52:33,987 Mama big bucks. 1199 00:52:34,087 --> 00:52:35,755 It all comes down to this. 1200 00:52:35,855 --> 00:52:38,692 Two queens stand before me. 1201 00:52:38,792 --> 00:52:40,960 Prior to tonight, you were asked to prepare 1202 00:52:41,061 --> 00:52:45,198 a lip sync performance of "Every Girl You've Ever Loved" 1203 00:52:45,298 --> 00:52:46,966 by Miley Cyrus. 1204 00:52:48,635 --> 00:52:51,071 Ladies, this is your last chance 1205 00:52:51,171 --> 00:52:55,975 to impress me and prove to Miley and the world 1206 00:52:56,076 --> 00:53:00,914 that you are America's Next Drag Superstar. 1207 00:53:06,419 --> 00:53:08,154 The time has come 1208 00:53:08,254 --> 00:53:11,992 for you to Lip Sync 1209 00:53:12,092 --> 00:53:15,628 for The Crown. 1210 00:53:22,168 --> 00:53:24,738 Miley, will you do us the honor? 1211 00:53:25,905 --> 00:53:30,944 Good luck, and don't fuck it up. 1212 00:53:38,551 --> 00:53:44,624 ♪ I match my bag to my new dress ♪ 1213 00:53:44,724 --> 00:53:48,428 ♪ I'm still looking like a ten ♪ 1214 00:53:48,528 --> 00:53:51,664 ♪ While my hair is a mess ♪ 1215 00:53:54,100 --> 00:54:00,273 ♪ And I'm gonna work it all night ♪ 1216 00:54:00,373 --> 00:54:04,110 ♪ Till I get what I want ♪ 1217 00:54:04,210 --> 00:54:08,681 ♪ Yes, yes, yes ♪ 1218 00:54:08,782 --> 00:54:12,419 ♪ No, I can't believe that you're still ♪ 1219 00:54:12,519 --> 00:54:14,754 ♪ Holding out on me ♪ 1220 00:54:14,854 --> 00:54:17,090 ♪ Like a dog in the street ♪ 1221 00:54:17,190 --> 00:54:19,559 ♪ Oh, aren't I pretty enough ♪ 1222 00:54:19,659 --> 00:54:22,696 ♪ For more than fun in the dark ♪ 1223 00:54:22,796 --> 00:54:25,799 ♪ Why're you still holding onto your heart? ♪ 1224 00:54:25,899 --> 00:54:30,770 ♪ Looking for the one, but one is never enough ♪ 1225 00:54:30,870 --> 00:54:33,740 ♪ I'm every girl you've ever loved ♪ 1226 00:54:36,209 --> 00:54:37,977 ♪ She has the perfect scent ♪ 1227 00:54:38,078 --> 00:54:40,847 ♪ Don't you want me, baby ♪ 1228 00:54:40,947 --> 00:54:43,583 ♪ Pose ♪ 1229 00:54:43,683 --> 00:54:45,819 ♪ She speaks the perfect French ♪ 1230 00:54:45,919 --> 00:54:49,155 ♪ Don't you want me, baby ♪ 1231 00:54:49,255 --> 00:54:50,590 Ooh. 1232 00:54:52,759 --> 00:54:54,060 ♪ She never wears a watch ♪ 1233 00:54:54,160 --> 00:54:55,695 ♪ Still she's never late ♪ 1234 00:54:55,795 --> 00:54:57,664 ♪ She's got that kind of grace ♪ 1235 00:54:57,764 --> 00:54:59,699 ♪ Did Botticelli paint her face? ♪ 1236 00:54:59,799 --> 00:55:01,501 ♪ She has the perfect scent ♪ 1237 00:55:01,601 --> 00:55:03,570 ♪ She speaks the perfect French ♪ 1238 00:55:03,670 --> 00:55:05,205 ♪ She can dance the night away ♪ 1239 00:55:05,305 --> 00:55:08,341 ♪ And still she'll never break a sweat ♪ 1240 00:55:08,441 --> 00:55:13,012 ♪ Aren't I pretty enough for more than fun in the dark ♪ 1241 00:55:13,113 --> 00:55:16,249 ♪ Why're you still holding onto your heart? ♪ 1242 00:55:16,349 --> 00:55:20,520 ♪ Looking for the one but one is never enough ♪ 1243 00:55:20,620 --> 00:55:23,289 ♪ I'm every girl you've ever loved ♪ 1244 00:55:23,390 --> 00:55:25,659 ♪ I'm a little bit angel ♪ 1245 00:55:25,759 --> 00:55:28,695 ♪ I'm a little bit not ♪ 1246 00:55:28,795 --> 00:55:31,798 ♪ Why're you still holding onto your heart? ♪ 1247 00:55:31,898 --> 00:55:36,403 ♪ Come get under the one that you've been dreaming of ♪ 1248 00:55:36,503 --> 00:55:39,239 ♪ I'm every girl you've ever loved ♪ 1249 00:55:39,339 --> 00:55:40,707 ♪ Pose ♪ 1250 00:55:42,609 --> 00:55:44,611 ♪ Pose ♪ 1251 00:55:44,711 --> 00:55:46,646 Hey! 1252 00:55:46,746 --> 00:55:48,615 ♪ Pose ♪ 1253 00:55:48,715 --> 00:55:51,618 ♪ Pose, pose, pose, pose, pose ♪ 1254 00:55:53,887 --> 00:55:55,755 I'm gagged! 1255 00:56:00,026 --> 00:56:00,994 Gagged! 1256 00:56:09,135 --> 00:56:12,138 Pose down! 1257 00:56:12,238 --> 00:56:13,139 Yes. 1258 00:56:13,239 --> 00:56:15,542 Work! 1259 00:56:17,310 --> 00:56:19,079 In addition to the title 1260 00:56:19,179 --> 00:56:21,247 of America's Next Drag Superstar, 1261 00:56:21,347 --> 00:56:23,283 the winner of "RuPaul's Drag Race" 1262 00:56:23,383 --> 00:56:25,819 will receive a crown and scepter 1263 00:56:25,919 --> 00:56:29,322 provided by Fierce Drag Jewels, 1264 00:56:29,422 --> 00:56:32,892 a year's supply of Anastasia Beverly Hills Cosmetics, 1265 00:56:32,992 --> 00:56:37,797 plus their very own ABH makeup collaboration 1266 00:56:37,897 --> 00:56:42,102 and a cash prize of $200,000. 1267 00:56:44,170 --> 00:56:48,074 Courtesy of "RuPaul's Drag Race Match Queen." 1268 00:56:48,174 --> 00:56:52,045 Now, the time has come to crown our queen. 1269 00:56:54,114 --> 00:56:57,183 Myki Meeks, Nini Coco, 1270 00:56:57,283 --> 00:56:59,319 I've made my decision. 1271 00:56:59,419 --> 00:57:03,490 The winner of "RuPaul's Drag Race," 1272 00:57:03,590 --> 00:57:07,827 America's Next Drag Superstar is... 1273 00:57:15,769 --> 00:57:17,337 Myki Meeks. 1274 00:57:19,205 --> 00:57:20,974 You're a winner, baby! 1275 00:57:26,813 --> 00:57:29,582 ♪ I'm a winner, baby, I'm a winner ♪ 1276 00:57:29,682 --> 00:57:32,686 Yes, Myki! 1277 00:57:36,256 --> 00:57:38,224 Condragulations, Myki. 1278 00:57:38,324 --> 00:57:40,093 Is there anything you'd like to say? 1279 00:57:40,193 --> 00:57:43,430 This is for my friends, my family, 1280 00:57:43,530 --> 00:57:45,498 all of Orlando. 1281 00:57:45,598 --> 00:57:48,401 Live fiercely, love boldly, 1282 00:57:48,501 --> 00:57:50,704 and write it in the books, baby. 1283 00:57:50,804 --> 00:57:54,040 The meek shall inherit the crown! 1284 00:57:56,409 --> 00:57:58,044 Now prance, my queen. 1285 00:57:58,144 --> 00:57:59,813 Prance! 1286 00:57:59,913 --> 00:58:01,915 ♪ I'm a winner ♪ 1287 00:58:02,015 --> 00:58:05,452 ♪ I'm a winner, baby, I'm a winner ♪ 1288 00:58:05,552 --> 00:58:09,155 ♪ I'm a winner, baby, I'm a winner ♪ 1289 00:58:09,255 --> 00:58:11,424 ♪ I'm a winner, baby ♪ 1290 00:58:11,524 --> 00:58:14,994 ♪ I'm a winner, I'm a winner, baby ♪ 1291 00:58:15,095 --> 00:58:16,429 ♪ I'm a winner ♪ 1292 00:58:16,529 --> 00:58:19,032 Myki likey. 1293 00:58:19,132 --> 00:58:21,134 ♪ I'm a winner ♪ 1294 00:58:21,234 --> 00:58:23,303 Now, remember, if you can't love yourself, 1295 00:58:23,403 --> 00:58:25,338 how in the hell you gonna love somebody else? 1296 00:58:25,438 --> 00:58:27,007 Can I get an amen up in here? 1297 00:58:27,107 --> 00:58:28,308 all: Amen! 1298 00:58:28,408 --> 00:58:30,877 All right, now let the music play. 1299 00:58:30,977 --> 00:58:32,545 ♪ I'm a winner ♪ 1300 00:58:32,645 --> 00:58:34,481 ♪ I'm a winner, baby ♪ 1301 00:58:34,581 --> 00:58:36,583 ♪ I'm a winner ♪ 1302 00:58:36,683 --> 00:58:38,051 ♪ I'm a winner, baby ♪ 1303 00:58:38,151 --> 00:58:40,353 ♪ Losers weepers ♪ 1304 00:58:40,453 --> 00:58:41,755 ♪ I'm a winner, baby ♪ 1305 00:58:41,855 --> 00:58:44,391 ♪ Finders keepers ♪ 1306 00:58:44,491 --> 00:58:46,526 ♪ I'm a winner, baby ♪ 1307 00:58:54,467 --> 00:58:55,935 ♪ Good luck, and don't ♪ 1308 00:58:56,036 --> 00:58:57,937 ♪ Good luck, and don't, oh ♪ 1309 00:58:58,038 --> 00:59:01,775 ♪ Good luck, and don't eff it up, up, up ♪ 1310 00:59:01,875 --> 00:59:03,276 ♪ Good luck, and don't ♪ 1311 00:59:03,376 --> 00:59:05,612 ♪ Good luck, baby ♪ 1312 00:59:05,712 --> 00:59:08,915 ♪ Good luck, and don't eff it up, up, up ♪ 1313 00:59:09,015 --> 00:59:10,617 ♪ Give yourself permission ♪ 1314 00:59:10,717 --> 00:59:12,719 ♪ Take the script and flip it ♪ 1315 00:59:12,819 --> 00:59:14,354 ♪ Give yourself permission ♪ 1316 00:59:14,454 --> 00:59:16,122 ♪ Take the script and flip it ♪ 1317 00:59:16,222 --> 00:59:18,124 ♪ 'Cause if you're not like other bitches ♪ 1318 00:59:18,224 --> 00:59:20,460 ♪ Then show me something different ♪