Good One BenDeLaCreme on if Drag is too Mainstream to be Provocative
Sep 4, 2025
BenDeLaCreme, a renowned drag queen and comedian known for her appearances on RuPaul's Drag Race, shares her thoughts on the evolution of drag from counterculture to mainstream. She discusses the impact of shows like the Snatch Game on drag artistry, the significance of authenticity within the community, and her collaboration with Jinkx Monsoon. The conversation also explores the connection between drag performance and personal identity, while reflecting on humor's role in navigating stress and anxiety. Delve into the joyful complexities of modern drag culture!
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Self-Elimination By Choice
- Ben recounts winning many challenges and then deliberately eliminating herself to avoid being forced to send someone home.
- She describes the act as one of the most satisfying and surprising moments of her life.
Take Control Of Your Creative Narrative
- The elimination taught Ben she could produce her own career and trust her instincts over middlemen.
- She used that confidence to start a production company and control her creative output.
Drag Race Expanded The Audience
- Ben admits Drag Race broadened drag's audience but doesn't replace the variety of non-TV drag pioneers.
- She sees the show as a net benefit that brings more people through the door to discover diverse drag.