Lady Nona's Drag Race (Season 4)

## Season 4

The **fourth season** of *Lady Nona's Drag Race* was officially announced on March 11, 2022. Casting opened the same day with deadline of June 19.

On December 15, 2022, a premiere date of January 12, 2023 was announced. On December 16, the cast of Season 4 was officially announced. The promo theme was "Sunrise."

On April 27, 2023, Gene Rocity was crowned as the Winner of Season 4, with Tiffany Gucci finishing as Runner-Up. Little Lady won the title of Miss Congeniality, as voted by her fellow contestants.

In August 2023 it was announced that Alicia Wonderland, Celine Poussey, and Tiffany Gucci would be returning to compete on All Stars 1. Alicia placed 6th, Celine placed 9th, and Tiffany placed 7th.

## **Contestants**

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

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

█ The contestant placed as the runner-up.

█ The contestant was not chosen to advance to the Lip Sync For The Crown.

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

█ The contestant competed in a four way lip sync where no one was eliminated and advanced to the finale.

█ The contestant won the maxi challenge that episode or won the lip-sync for the win.

█ The contestant was one of the maxi challenge winners.

█ The contestant was in the Top 2 of the week, but did not win the lip sync for the win.

█ The contestant received mainly 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 mainly 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 and won the lip sync for your life.

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

█ The contestant returned to the competition, placed in the bottom, lost the lip sync for your life, and was eliminated.

█ The contestant was chosen to compete in the mini challenge by a queen in the competition, but did not return.

█ The contestant was not chosen to compete in the mini challenge by a queen in the competition.

█ 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 4 Queen Reveal"**

*Airdate: December 16, 2022*

*Synopsis: Meet all of the new queens competing for the crown on Lady Nona's Drag Race Season 4 with the host, Lady Nona.*

### **Episode 1: "Talk of the Town Part One"**

*Airdate: January 12, 2023*

*Synopsis: It's the premiere of Season Four! The first seven queens enter the werkroom and are challenged to design and create a sickening look using supplies they would find around town. Guest judge is award-winning actress and author Jamie Lee Curtis (Halloween).*

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* **Guest Judge:** Jamie Lee Curtis
* **Mini Challenge:** Take a photoshoot under neon lights
* **Mini Challenge Winner:** Stumble Whore-Gasmic
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $2,500
* **Maxi Challenge:** Create a look using common items found around town
* **Runway Theme:** Talk of the Town
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Lolli Pop
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Sophia Quinn and The Abbey
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Judas" by Lady Gaga
* **Eliminated:** Sophia Quinn
* **Farewell Message:** "It's tough to sashay away, but my heart's still here with all of you! 💋❤️ Sophia Quinn, forever grateful for this fierce journey."

**Entrance Order**

**Neon Photoshoot**

GeneRocityS4E1Photoshoot.pngGene RocityLittleLadyS4E1Photoshoot.pngLittle LadyLolliPopS4E1Photoshoot.pngLolli PopMysticS4E1Photoshoot.pngMysticSophiaQuinnS4E1Photoshoot.pngSophia QuinnStumbleWhore-GasmicS4E1Photoshoot.pngStumble Whore-GasmicTheAbbeyS4E1Photoshoot.pngThe Abbey
### **Episode 2: "Talk of the Town Part Two"**

*Airdate: January 19, 2023*

*Synopsis: In the second premiere the remaining seven queens enter the werkroom and are challenged to design and create a sickening look using supplies they would find around town. Guest judge is actress Salma Hayek (Puss In Boots).*

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* **Guest Judge:** Salma Hayek
* **Mini Challenge:** Pose in a elemental photoshoot
* **Mini Challenge Winner:** Alicia Wonderland
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $2,500
* **Maxi Challenge:** Create a look using common items found around town
* **Runway Theme:** Talk of the Town
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Alicia Wonderland
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Dame Judy Drenched and Eeota
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Tusa" by KAROL G and Nicki Minaj
* **Eliminated:** Eeota
* **Farewell Message:** "Leaving with love in my heart. Farewell, darlings! 💖"

**Entrance Order**

**Elements Photoshoot**

AliciaWonderlandS4E2Photoshoot.pngAlicia WonderlandCelinePousseyS4E2Photoshoot.pngCeline PousseyDameJudyDrenchedS4E2Photoshoot.pngDame Judy DrenchedDuchessBumticklerS4E2Photoshoot.pngDuchess BumticklerEeotaS4E2Photoshoot.pngEeotaSugahPawpS4E2Photoshoot.pngSugah PawpTiffanyGucciS4E2Photoshoot.pngTiffany Gucci
### **Episode 3: "The Faux Housewives of Fabulosity"**

*Airdate: January 26, 2023*

*Synopsis: The queens comes together and are split into groups to overact in "The Faux Housewives of Fabulosity." Guest judge is reality TV pro Tiffany Pollard.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Tiffany Pollard
* **Maxi Challenge:** Overact in "The Faux Housewives of Fabulosity"
* **Runway Theme:** Celestial Elegance
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Dame Judy Drenched
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Little Lady and The Abbey
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Bang Bang" by Ariana Grande, Jessie J, and Nicki Minaj
* **Eliminated:** The Abbey
* **Farewell Message:** "Thank you all for the love and support on my journey. Keep spreading the love and shining bright! 💖"

**The Faux Housewives of Fabulosity**

### **Episode 4: "Drag Idol"**

*Airdate: February 2, 2023*

*Synopsis: The Top 11 queens are tasked with singing their hearts out as they audition for the new drag-tacular singing TV sensation, "Drag Idol." Guest judge is singer and winner of the first season of American Idol Kelly Clarkson.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Kelly Clarkson
* **Mini Challenge:** Create a look from unconventional materials
* **Mini Challenge Winner:** Lolli Pop
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $2,500
* **Maxi Challenge:** Audition for "Drag Idol"
* **Runway Theme:** Living Art
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Little Lady
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Stumble Whore-Gasmic and Sugah Pawp
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Since U Been Gone" by Kelly Clarkson
* **Eliminated:** Sugah Pawp
* **Farewell Message:** "Leaving the stage with love in my heart! Rooting for my fierce sisters to slay it all the way! 💋"

### **Episode 5: "Fashion Week"**

*Airdate: February 9, 2023*

*Synopsis: It's Fashion Week! The queens are challenged to stomp down the runway in their very best Haute Couture outfits. Guest judge is legendary designer Bob Mackie.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Bob Mackie
* **Maxi Challenge:** Walk the runway in Haute Couture outfits
* **Runway Theme:** Haute Couture
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Gene Rocity
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Celine Poussey and Stumble Whore-Gasmic
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Groove Is in the Heart" by Deee-Lite
* **Quit:** Celine Poussey
* **Farewell Message:** "I may be leaving, but my heart's still in the game! To my fellow queens, go out there and snatch that crown! 💖"

### **Episode 6: "Bring The Talents"**

*Airdate: February 16, 2023*

*Synopsis: This week the queens are challenged to bring their all in an extraordinary Talent Show! Actor and comedian Aziz Ansari (Parks and Recreation) guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Aziz Ansari
* **Mini Challenge:** Guess juicy secrets about the other competitors
* **Mini Challenge Winner:** Tiffany Gucci
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $2,500
* **Maxi Challenge:** Perform in a talent show
* **Runway Theme:** Disco Fever
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Tiffany Gucci
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Mystic and Stumble Whore-Gasmic
* **Lip Sync Song:** "The Promise" by Girls Aloud
* **Eliminated:** Stumble Whore-Gasmic
* **Farewell Message:** "Keep shining, and may the best woman win. Kisses!"

**Talent Show Performances**

### **Episode 7: "Queens of Commerce"**

*Airdate: February 23, 2023*

*Synopsis: The queens are split into two teams and are challenged to come up with a product and create a commercial. Which team will prevail? Actor Chiwetel Ejiofor (Love Actually) joins the judging panel as another queen sashays away.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Chiwetel Ejiofor
* **Maxi Challenge:** In teams, come up with a product and create a commercial
* **Runway Theme:** Enchanted Garden
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Gene Rocity
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Duchess Bumtickler and Little Lady
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Supernova" by Kylie Minogue
* **Eliminated:** Duchess Bumtickler
* **Farewell Message:** "Farewell, my darlings! Sending hearts to all of you. Keep slaying, and remember, Duchess Bumtickler loves you!"

**Commercial Teams**

 Dame Judy Drenched
 Little Lady

### **Episode 8: "Wigspray: The Musical"**

*Airdate: March 2, 2023*

*Synopsis: This week the queens are challenged to perform in Wigspray: The Musical! Actress Linda Cardellini (Legally Blonde) guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Linda Cardellini
* **Maxi Challenge:** Wigspray: The Musical
* **Runway Theme:** Rainbow Revolution
* **Top Two:** Alicia Wonderland and Dame Judy Drenched
* **Lip Sync Song:** "A Public Affair" by Jessica Simpson
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Dame Judy Drenched
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000

**Wigspray: The Musical**

 Gene Rocity
 Little Lady
 Lolli Pop
 Mystic
 Tiffany Gucci

### **Episode 9: "The Snatch Game - Season 4"**

*Airdate: March 9, 2023*

*Synopsis: The queens impersonate celebrities in a TV game show, but not before reading each other to filth. Actress Candis Cayne (Elementary) and actor Denis O'Hare (Law & Order) play the game and Candis guest judges.*

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* **Special Guest:** Denis O'Hare
* **Guest Judge:** Candis Cayne
* **Mini Challenge:** Reading is Fundamental
* **Mini Challenge Winner:** Gene Rocity
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $2,500
* **Maxi Challenge:** Snatch Game
* **Runway Theme:** Galactic Glamour
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Lolli Pop
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Alicia Wonderland and Mystic
* **Lip Sync Song:** "I Wanna Go" by Britney Spears
* **Eliminated:** Mystic
* **Farewell Message:** "Keep shining, and always remember to embrace your magic. Rooting for my sisters to conquer the stage! With love, Mystic."

**Snatch Game Characters**

### **Episode 10: "The Roast of the Drag Race Legends"**

*Airdate: March 16, 2023*

*Synopsis: Drag Race Alumni drop by to say hello to the queens before they are challenged to get the judges laughing in a roast. Singer-songwriter Nelly Furtado guest judges.*

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* **Special Guests:** Clown, Mouse, Raye Storm, and Midnight Stryker
* **Guest Judge:** Nelly Furtado
* **Maxi Challenge:** Perform in a roast
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Alicia Wonderland
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Lolli Pop and Tiffany Gucci
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Maneater" by Nelly Furtado
* **Eliminated:** None

**Roast Order**

### **Episode 11: "Drag Duets"**

*Airdate: March 23, 2023*

*Synopsis: The queens pair up as they create and perform choreography to hit songs by RuPaul. Actress and activist Angelina Jolie (Maleficent) guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Angelina Jolie
* **Maxi Challenge:** In pairs, perform choreo to RuPaul songs
* **Runway Theme:** Metamorphosis
* **Maxi Challenge Winners:** Dame Judy Drenched and Lolli Pop
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000 each
* **Bottom Two:** Alicia Wonderland and Little Lady
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Dance Again" by Jennifer Lopez ft. Pitbull
* **Eliminated:** Little Lady
* **Farewell Message:** "My dearest darlings, it's time for me to flutter away. 🦋 Keep spreading love and glitter wherever you go. Rooting for my fierce sisters in the race! Farewell, Little Lady."

**Choreo Pairs**

 Alicia Wonderland
 **Dame Judy Drenched** | **Lolli Pop** | Who Is She?

### **Episode 12: "Everyday Heroes Makeover"**

*Airdate: March 30, 2023*

*Synopsis: In a twist that leaves the remaining queens shocked, one of the eliminated queens gets the chance to come back to the competition. In the main challenge the queens are challenged to makeover everyday heroes; everyone from police officers and firefighters to teachers. Guest judge is actress and singer Hayden Panettiere (Heroes).*

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* **Guest Judge:** Hayden Panettiere
* **Mini Challenge:** Pair up with an eliminated queen and choreograph a dance number
* **Mini Challenge Winners:** Dame Judy Drenched and Duchess Bumtickler
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Returning to the Competition and a Cash Prize of $2,500 each
* **Maxi Challenge:** Makeover everyday heroes
* **Runway Theme:** Everyday Heroes
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Tiffany Gucci
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Alicia Wonderland and Duchess Bumtickler
* **Lip Sync Song:** "King" by Florence + The Machine
* **Eliminated:** Duchess Bumtickler
* **Farewell Message:** "My fellow queens, it's been quite the journey. 💋 I'm leaving with love in my heart, and I'll be cheering on my fierce sisters from the sidelines. Until we meet again, Duchess Bumtickler."

**Mini Challenge Pairs**

 Dame Judy Drenched
 Gene Rocity
 Lolli Pop
 Tiffany Gucci

**Makeover Pairs**

 Alicia Wonderland
 Dame Judy Drenched
 Gene Rocity
 Lolli Pop
 **Tiffany Gucci** | Gianna Jeanes*(Police Officer)* | Victoria Gucci

### **Episode 13: "The Royal Ball"**

*Airdate: April 6, 2023*

*Synopsis: It's time for the Ball! The queens must become royalty as they design and create three sickening looks for The Royal Ball. Singer-songwriter Stevie Nicks guest judges.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Stevie Nicks
* **Mini Challenge:** Everybody Loves Puppets
* **Mini Challenge Winner:** Gene Rocity
* **Mini Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $2,500
* **Maxi Challenge:** The Royal Ball
* **Runway Themes:** Monarch Majesty, Crown Jewels Eleganza, Palace Extravaganza
* **Maxi Challenge Winner:** Gene Rocity
* **Maxi Challenge Prize:** Cash Prize of $5,000
* **Bottom Two:** Alicia Wonderland and Lolli Pop
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Sorcerer" by Stevie Nicks
* **Eliminated:** Alicia Wonderland
* **Farewell Message:** "Sending a kiss to all my Wonderland darlings! ❤️ Fourth time's the charm, but I'm proud of every moment. Rooting for you, Gene! - Alicia"

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

 Dame Judy Drenched
 Tiffany Gucci

### **Episode 14: "Glamazon"**

*Airdate: April 13, 2023*

*Synopsis: In the semi-finals, the Top Four queens must write verses and perform to RuPaul's hit song, "Glamazon," in order to cement their place in the finale. Guest judge is choreographer Jamal Sims.*

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* **Guest Judge:** Jamal Sims
* **Maxi Challenge:** Write verses and perform to RuPaul's hit song, "Glamazon"
* **Runway Theme:** Drag Excellence
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Nobody" by Mitski
* **Finalists:** Dame Judy Drenched, Gene Rocity, Lolli Pop, Tiffany Gucci

**Top Four of Season 4**

 File:TeamGeneS4.png | 3(Eps. 5, 7, 13)
 File:TeamLolliS4.png | 3(Eps. 1, 9, 11)
 File:TeamTiffanyS4.png | 2(Eps. 6, 12)

### **Episode 15: "Reunited"**

*Airdate: April 20, 2023*

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

* **Lip Sync Assassin of the Season:** Alicia Wonderland
* **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 Alicia 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 14 was shown of the Top 4 answering the question "Why should you be America's Next Drag Superstar."

### **Episode 16: "Grand Finale"**

*Airdate: April 27, 2023*

*Synopsis: It’s time to crown our winner, baby! The Top 4 queens show off their unique songs in the race to crown “America’s Next Drag Superstar." The queens also pick a Miss Congeniality.*

* **Runway Theme:** Best Drag
* **Miss Congeniality:** Little Lady
* **Songs:** "Glittered Crown" (Dame Judy Drenched); "Star of the Show" (Gene Rocity); “Candy-Coated” (Lolli Pop); “Expensive Bitch” (Tiffany Gucci)
* **Top Two:** Gene Rocity and Tiffany Gucci
* **Eliminated:** Dame Judy Drenched and Lolli Pop
* **Lip Sync Song:** "Hold My Hand" by Jess Glynne
* **Winner of Season 4: Gene Rocity**
* **Runner-Up:** Tiffany Gucci

**Top Four Performances**

 Gene Rocity
 Tiffany Gucci

## Trivia

* Season Four is the first season to...
	+ ...have a contestant return to the competition due to a mini challenge.
* Season Four is the second season to...
	+ ...feature a split premiere.
		- However, it is the first to have eliminations.
* Season Four is the third season to...
	+ ...have a contestant return to the competition.

## Gallery

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