Somebody Somewhere actor Murray Hill will host the first drag king competition reality series…
It’s finally happening. Years after RuPaul’s Drag Race changed the face of television (and drag) the first ever drag king reality TV competition is coming in 2025, courtesy of LGBTQ+ platform Revry. King of Drag will be hosted by trans actor, comedian and New York City drag king legend Murray Hill, and will feature eight of America’s best drag kings battling it out to be named the titular King of Drag.
The drag stars will compete in challenges and get to show their “unique talents including comedy, unconventional performances, and timely commentary on masculinity, which has been part of the drag king subculture for decades,” according to a statement.
“In each episode, we will learn more about the individual king’s backstory, what motivates them, and their goals for kinging.”
In the statement, Revry confirmed that King of Drag will not “rehash” the formats currently used on other drag contests like RuPaul’s Drag Race and Dragula, and will instead be an “original” set up.
“King of Drag is one of the most ambitious original programs we’ve ever developed… We’re going to give the drag competition format a run for its money and give audiences something fresh and original,” said Chrisopher J. Rodriguez, the co-founder of Revry.
He added, “We are overjoyed to have Murray Hill host the series and introduce a new world of drag to global audiences. His comedy, wit, and experience will be a perfect match for a series that platforms a passionate group in the LGBTQ+ community who are blazing their own trails and carving new paths within the entertainment industry.”
Speaking about his role as host, Hill said it was “long overdue” that drag kings got a platform on TV to share their talents and their stories.
“I’m so excited to be working with Revry as the host of ‘King of Drag,’” Hill told Variety. “I started performing in 1995, so it’s long overdue for the kings to take center stage. This vibrant community deserves to be in the spotlight, and I’ll be their biggest hype man. I can’t wait to work with the kings and introduce them to the biggest audience possible, thanks to Revry. That’s showbiz.”
Season 1 of King Of Drag will have six episodes and will stream on LGBTQ+ platform Revry. The series is set to premiere in spring 2025.
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