RuPaul's Drag Race Renewed
MTV and Paramount+ greenlight new seasons, with Season 19 and All Stars Season 12 on the way
RuPaul's Drag Race has been renewed for Season 19 on MTV, with the show's companion series RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked also renewed for another season.
The renewal comes after a successful Season 18, which saw double-digit growth over the previous season and set a new franchise premiere viewership record. Myki Meeks was crowned the winner of Season 18.
RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars has been renewed for Season 12 on Paramount+, with its companion series RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars: Untucked renewed for Season 9. Crystal Methyd won Season 11 of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars.
The renewals come as the RuPaul's Drag Race franchise celebrates 11 Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality Competition Program for RuPaul.
## Why it matters The RuPaul's Drag Race franchise has become a global sensation since its premiere in 2009, with the show's format still going strong across the world. The franchise's production company, World of Wonder Productions, has stated that drag brings people together in powerful ways and that they are honored to keep celebrating new voices and sharing iconic moments with the world.
The show's success can be measured by its viewership, with Season 18 delivering a 19% increase in P18-49 rating and a 7% increase in P18-49 share. The show ranked among the Top 3 cable series in 2026 to date in the key demo.
The renewal of the shows is a testament to the enduring popularity of the RuPaul's Drag Race franchise, which continues to attract new fans and celebrate new voices in the world of drag.
