Lady Nona's Drag Race (Season 7)

## Season 7

The **seventh season** of *Lady Nona's Drag Race* was officially announced on April 11, 2025. Casting opened the same day with deadline of June 23.

On December 21, 2025, a premiere date of January 13, 2026 was announced. On December 22, the cast of Season 7 was officially announced. The promo theme was "Steampunk."

On April 13, 2026, Marina Sanchez was crowned as the Winner of Season 7, with Kali Starr and Kyutie Pie finishing as Runners-Up. Vivian Foxx won the title of Miss Congeniality, as voted by her fellow contestants.

## **Contestants**

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*(Biographical information stated from during time of contest)*

█ The contestant won *Lady Nona's Drag Race*.

█ The contestant lost the third lip-sync round.

█ The contestant lost the second lip-sync round.

█ The contestant lost the first lip-sync round.

█ The contestant appeared on the "Reunion" episode and was still in the running.

█ The contestant won the maxi challenge that episode.

█ The contestant received positive critiques, but did not win the maxi challenge.

█ The contestant was a member of a winning team and praised as one of the best individually, but did not win the maxi challenge.

█ The contestant was a member of a winning team, but did not win the maxi challenge.

█ The contestant received negative critiques, but was not up for elimination.

█ The contestant placed in the bottom two, but neither were eliminated.

█ The contestant placed in the bottom two or three and won the lip sync for your life.

█ The contestant placed in the bottom two or three, lost the lip sync for your life, and was eliminated.

█ The contestant was declared safe after the first round of the "Lip Sync Smackdown".

█ The contestant was declared safe after the second round of the "Lip Sync Smackdown".

█ The contestant was declared safe after the third round of the "Lip Sync Smackdown".

█ The contestant was eliminated after the third round of the "Lip Sync Smackdown".

█ The contestant appeared as a guest.

█ The contestant was awarded the Golden Boot Award for the worst look of the season.

█ The contestant was awarded the title of "Miss Congeniality" at the finale.
### Queen's Winning Earnings

█ The contestant was awarded $200,000 for winning *Lady Nona's Drag Race*.

█ The contestant was awarded $50,000 as the runner-up.

█ The contestant was awarded $20,000 for winning the title of Miss Congeniality.
\* Each queen present (excluding the Miss Congeniality) in the Grand Finale episode was awarded a $2,000 tip, courtesy of Olay Body.

## Episodes

### **Special Episode: "Season 7 Queen Reveal"**

*Airdate: December 22, 2025*

*Synopsis: Meet all of the new queens competing for the crown on Lady Nona's Drag Race Season 7 with the host, Lady Nona.*

### **Episode 1: "The Grand-Reopening"**

*Airdate: January 13, 2026*

*Synopsis: It's the beginning of a brand new season and things are already getting gaggy! Fourteen queens enter the werkroom for the first time and are challenged to bring their all in a dazzling talent show. Renowned musician Mary J. Blige guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Mary J. Blige
* **Mini Challenge:** Do a photoshoot with extra long hair extensions
* **Mini Challenge Winner:** Mary Malade
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $2,500
* **Maxi Challenge:** Perform in a talent show
* **Runway Theme:** Signature Drag
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Marina Sanchez
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Brilliance and Mary Malade
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Holding Out For A Hero" by Bonnie Tyler
* **Eliminated:** Mary Malade
* **Farewell Message:** "Spread joy like marmalade, and remember, life's zest is in the giggles. Mwah! Mary Malade"

**Entrance Order**

**Talent Show Performances**

**Hairography Photoshoot**

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### **Episode 2: "HBIC: The 100th Episode"**

*Airdate: January 20, 2026*

*Synopsis: The 100th episode is here! This week the queens participate in an acting challenge inspired by the popular crime-solving TV series, NCIS. Wilmer Valderrama (That '70s Show) guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Wilmer Valderrama
* **Maxi Challenge:** Act in HBIC a parody of NCIS
* **Runway Theme:** Mellow Yellow
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Brilliance
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Adora and Hella Whole
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Telephone" by Lady Gaga ft. Beyoncé
* **Eliminated:** Hella Whole
* **Farewell Message:** "I'm not just Hella Whole, I'm a whole lotta fabulous! Bye for now!"

### **Episode 3: "Show Up Queen"**

*Airdate: January 27, 2026*

*Synopsis: Drag and activism come together as the queens record and perform an inspiring anthem: “Show Up Queen!” Designer extraordinaire Zaldy brings his eye for fashion to the judging panel.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Zaldy
* **Mini Challenge:** With a partner create a doll using the provided materials
* **Mini Challenge Winners:** Ceri OL Boxx and Quinton Rage
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Team Captains and a Cash Prize of $2,500 each
* **Maxi Challenge:** Write and record a verse for RuPaul's hit song "Show Up Queen"
* **Runway Theme:** Night of 1000 Rihannas
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Priya Steen
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Adora and Sunrise Galore
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Good Ones" by Charli XCX
* **Eliminated:** Adora
* **Farewell Message:** "I may be leaving but I'll always be 'Adora-ble' from afar! Keep shining, beauties!"

**Girl Groups**

 Brilliance
 Lavish Lazuli
 Marina Sanchez
 Quinton Rage

### **Episode 4: "The Snatch Game - Season 7"**

*Airdate: February 3, 2026*

*Synopsis: The queens have to impersonate celebrities in the legendary Snatch Game. Model and actress Carmen Electra guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Carmen Electra
* **Mini Challenge:** Pants down, bottoms up
* **Mini Challenge Winner:** Celeste Booday
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $2,500
* **Maxi Challenge:** Snatch Game
* **Runway Theme:** Bad Girls
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Kyutie Pie
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Quinton Rage and Sunrise Galore
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Va Va Voom" by Nicki Minaj
* **Eliminated:** Sunrise Galore
* **Farewell Message:** "Sunrise may be fading for now, but trust me, Galore will return with the dawn!"

**Snatch Game Characters**

### **Episode 5: "The Mother of All Balls"**

*Airdate: February 10, 2026*

*Synopsis: Tensions rise as queens put their design skills to the test in a pageant of mother-inspired couture, and showcase three mom-themed looks. Iconic fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Isaac Mizrahi
* **Maxi Challenge:** Showcase three mom-themed looks
* **Runway Themes:** Mother Goose, Significant Mother, and Call Me Mother/Father Eleganza
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Ceri OL Boxx
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Quinton Rage and Vivian Foxx
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Rumors" by Lindsay Lohan
* **Eliminated:** Vivian Foxx
* **Farewell Message:** "Farewell, my foxy darlings! Keep the glamour turned up to eleven, and may your nights be as fabulous as my wig reveals. Until our stiletto paths cross again, Vivian Foxx out!"

**Runway Inspirations**

### **Episode 6: "SEX: The Musical"**

*Airdate: February 17, 2026*

*Synopsis: The queens star in SEX: The Musical, a dazzling musical loosely based on the six sexy wives of Queen Henrietta VIII. One half of Grammy-nominated duo Chloe Bailey guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Chloe Bailey
* **Maxi Challenge:** Star in SEX: The Musical
* **Runway Theme:** Made Ya Look
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Lavish Lazuli
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Ceri OL Boxx and Quinton Rage
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Treat Me" by Chlöe
* **Eliminated:** None

**SEX: The Musical**

 Celeste Booday
 Ceri OL Boxx
 Kali Starr
 Kyutie Pie
 Marina Sanchez
 Priya Steen
 Quinton Rage

### **Episode 7: "The Sexxy Beanie Show"**

*Airdate: February 24, 2026*

*Synopsis: After a hilarious mini challenge, the queens are challenged to improv their way through a talk show hosted by our very own judge Biana Sexx. Actress and Broadway singer Kristin Chenoweth guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Kristin Chenoweth
* **Mini Challenge:** Reading is Fundamental
* **Mini Challenge Winner:** Kali Starr
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $2,500
* **Maxi Challenge:** Improv in "Sexxy Beanie", hosted by Biana Sexx
* **Runway Theme:** Goddesses Amongst Men
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Celeste Booday
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Lavish Lazuli and Quinton Rage
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Happier Than Ever" by Billie Eilish
* **Eliminated:** Quinton Rage
* **Farewell Message:** "Remember, rage is just another shade of passion. Always fight for what you believe in. Don't forget about me! #lipsyncassassin"

 Marina Sanchez
 Save Me From My DeadlyFear of...Pickles!
 Why Are You SoObsessed With Me?
 Ceri OL Boxx
 Look At Me!I'm A Sexy Baby!
 Priya Steen

### **Episode 8: "Time for a Show!"**

*Airdate: March 2, 2026*

*Synopsis: In order to test the remaining queens lip-sync abilities, Lady Nona throws a lip-sync smackdown! Cook, model, and TV personality Padma Lakshmi guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Padma Lakshmi
* **Maxi Challenge:** Lip-Sync Smackdown
* **Runway Theme:** Time for a Show
* **Eliminated:** Celeste Booday
* **Farewell Message:** "Darlings, it's time for this celestial journey to take a bow! See you at the reunion! XOXO Celeste"

**Lip-Sync Smackdown**

### **Episode 9: "Army Supplies"**

*Airdate: March 9, 2026*

*Synopsis: The queens are challenged to create sickening outfits from army supplies but not before a shocking twist changes the whole game. Scream Queen and Golden Globe Award winner Jamie Lee Curtis guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Jamie Lee Curtis
* **Returned:** Vivian Foxx
* **Maxi Challenge:** Design and create a look from army supplies
* **Runway Theme:** The American Dream
* **Top Two:** Kali Starr and Kyutie Pie
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Ain't Nobody" by Chaka Khan
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Kyutie Pie
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000

### **Episode 10: "Family Reunion"**

*Airdate: March 16, 2026*

*Synopsis: The queens reunite with their family as they are challenged to give them a drag makeover in this weeks maxi challenge. Actress and comedian Tina Fey guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Tina Fey
* **Mini Challenge:** Pitch their own self-help book
* **Mini Challenge Winner:** Lavish Lazuli
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $2,500
* **Maxi Challenge:** Makeover family members
* **Runway Theme:** Family Reunion
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Marina Sanchez
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Brilliance and Ceri OL Boxx
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Wildest Dreams" by Taylor Swift
* **Eliminated:** Brilliance
* **Farewell Message:** "Keep slaying, queens. Go and snatch that crown, Kyutie. Brilliance out. 💖✨"

**Makeover Pairs**

### **Episode 11: "Two Queens, One Joke"**

*Airdate: March 23, 2026*

*Synopsis: The queens perform stand-up comedy in pairs, but an odd number of queens causes for some drama. Comedian Ali Wong (Ali Wong: Baby Cobra) guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Ali Wong
* **Maxi Challenge:** Perform stand-up in pairs
* **Runway Theme:** Rip Her to Shreds
* **Maxi Challenge Winners:** Ceri OL Boxx and Marina Sanchez
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000 each
* **Bottom Two:** Lavish Lazuli and Vivian Foxx
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Ignorance" by Paramore
* **Eliminated:** Vivian Foxx
* **Farewell Message:** "Guess second time was the charm! So glad I got to come back and be with my sisters one last time. Love y'all! Vivian"

**"Who Should Go Home Tonight?"**

 *Vivian Foxx* | Lavish Lazuli

### **Episode 12: "Hustle That Cat"**

*Airdate: March 30, 2026*

*Synopsis: In the semi-finals, the top six queens are challenged to write verses and perform choreo in a music video for RuPaul's hit single, "Hustle That Cat." Choreographer Jamal Sims guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Jamal Sims
* **Mini Challenge:** Everybody Loves Puppets
* **Mini Challenge Winner:** Marina Sanchez
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $2,500
* **Maxi Challenge:** Write verses and perform choreo for RuPaul's song "Hustle That Cat"
* **Runway Theme:** Red Carpet Eleganza
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Lavish Lazuli
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Three:** Ceri OL Boxx, Kyutie Pie, and Priya Steen
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Detention" by Melanie Martinez
* **Eliminated:** Ceri OL Boxx and Priya Steen
* **Farewell Message - Ceri OL Boxx:** "Boxx out! 💋"
* **Farewell Message - Priya Steen:** "To the fabulous queens sashaying forward, keep shining bright! Priya Steen"

**Top Four of Season 7**

 File:TeamKyutieS7.png | 2(Eps. 4, 9)
 File:TeamLavishS7.png | 2(Eps. 6, 12)
 File:TeamMarinaS7.png | 3(Eps. 1, 10, 11)

### **Episode 13: "Reunited"**

*Airdate: April 6, 2026*

*Synopsis: The eliminated queens return to spill the tea of the season with the remaining queens.*

* **Lip Sync Assassin of the Season:** Quinton Rage
* **Segments:**
	+ The Top 4 were asked "69 Questions" (A parody of Vogue's 73 Questions video series).
	+ Each queen individually discussed their highlights and lowlights of the season.
	+ After two (or three) girls discussed their run on the show, the small group asked each other fan questions.
	+ The eliminated queens Tooted and Booted looks from the season.
	+ Lady Nona recognized Quinton for being the lip sync assassin of the season
	+ The Top 4 were reunited with Lady Nona in Los Angeles for the taping of the Grand Finale.
	+ Footage from Episode 12 was shown of the Top 4 answering the question "Why should you be America's Next Drag Superstar."

### **Episode 14: "The Grand Finale"**

*Airdate: April 13, 2026*

*Synopsis: It’s time to crown our winner, baby! The top 4 queens compete in a finale lip sync smackdown in the race to crown “America’s Next Drag Superstar.” The queens also pick a Miss Congeniality.*

* **Runway Theme.** Best Drag
* **Lip Sync Pairs:**
	+ Lavish Lazuli vs. Marina Sanchez
	+ Kali Starr vs. Kyutie Pie
* **Lip Sync Songs:**
	+ "Dynasty" by Rina Sawayama (Lavish Lazuli vs. Marina Sanchez)
	+ "PYNK" by Janelle Monáe (Kali Starr vs. Kyutie Pie)
	+ "Now That I Found You" by Carly Rae Jepsen (Kali Starr vs. Kyutie Pie vs. Marina Sanchez)
* **Winner of Season 7: Marina Sanchez**
* **Runners-Up:** Kali Starr and Kyutie Pie
* **Fourth Place:** Lavish Lazuli
* **Miss Congeniality:** Vivian Foxx

**Lip Sync for the Crown Bracket**

## Gallery

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