They were raised on Drag Race UK - but can they snatch the crown?
A new wave of queens raised on the hit reality show are among the 12 contestants set to compete for the series eight crown.
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Notable Quotes
""My drag has always been inspired by Drag Race because that's why I started.""
— Mocha , Celebrity
""I found drag through queens who had featured in the American franchise.""
— Flesh , Celebrity
""It really upsets me that there's a lot of people that would do well on the show and should have that platform that feel like they can't go on because of how expensive it seems to be getting.""
— Naya Thorn , Celebrity
""Expectations remain at a Drag Race level and our income and opportunities in the real world do not reflect that.""
— Flesh , Celebrity
Key People
A London-based contestant on the eighth series of Drag Race UK with a unique style.
A contestant in the eighth series of Drag Race UK, inspired by the show to pursue drag.
The youngest contestant on Drag Race UK series eight, hailing from Dudley, West Midlands.
A contestant on Drag Race UK series eight, anticipating a revival of drag culture.
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A new wave of queens raised on the hit reality show are among the 12 contestants set to compete for the series eight crown.
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