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RuPaul
- Born: 17 November 1960, San Diego, California, USA
- Estimated net worth: $60 million
RuPaul is a renowned drag queen, singer, and television personality best known for hosting the reality competition series 'RuPaul's Drag Race.' With a career spanning over three decades, RuPaul has become an iconic figure in pop culture, celebrated for their…
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About RuPaul
RuPaul is a renowned drag queen, singer, and television personality best known for hosting the reality competition series 'RuPaul's Drag Race.' With a career spanning over three decades, RuPaul has become an iconic figure in pop culture, celebrated for their charisma and distinctive voice. Their work often blends comedy and music, making them a versatile performer.
- Born
- 17 November 1960, San Diego, California, USA
- Height
- 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
- Spouses
- Name (2004-present)
- Children
- 0
- Parents
- Ernest Charles Charles and Nino Benoit
- Estimated net worth
- $60 million
Fun facts about RuPaul
- RuPaul's full name is RuPaul Andre Charles.
- They have released several albums, with 'Supermodel of the World' being their breakthrough hit.
Famous RuPaul quotes
“You better work!”
“If you can't love yourself, how in the hell you gonna love somebody else?”
“We're all born naked and the rest is drag.”
RuPaul filmography
Cast (190)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Judge Judy: Unfiltered, Unforgettable Movie | Self | |
| 2026 | Canada's Drag Race: All Stars TV | Self - RuMail | 7.0 |
| 2026 | Stop! That! Train! Movie | President Gagwell | 4.9 |
| 2025 | Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale TV | Self - RuMail | 8.0 |
| 2025 | Dancing In the Light Movie | himself | |
| 2025 | RuPaul's Drag Race Live - 1,000th Show Movie | Self | 6.0 |
| 2025 | Hollywood Squares TV | Self | 4.4 |
| 2024 | Hitpig! Movie | Polecat (voice) | 6.7 |
| 2024 | RuPaul's Drag Race Global All Stars TV | Self - Host / Judge | 5.3 |
| 2024 | Bob Mackie: Naked Illusion Movie | Self | 8.5 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | OZI: Voice of the Forest Movie | Gurd (voice) | 6.0 |
| 2023 | Darlo todo Movie | Material de archivo | |
| 2023 | Trolls Band Together Movie | Miss Maxine (voice) | 7.2 |
| 2023 | The Super Models TV | Self (archive footage) | 6.9 |
| 2023 | Nimona Movie | Nate Knight (voice) | 7.9 |
| 2023 | Commitment to Life Movie | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2023 | The Stroll Movie | Self (archive footage) | 6.5 |
| 2023 | Lingo TV | Self - Host | 4.7 |
| 2022 | Canada's Drag Race: Canada vs The World TV | Self - RuMail | 5.2 |
| 2022 | The Tiny Chef Show TV | Announcer (voice) | 8.7 |
| 2022 | Celebrity Lingo TV | Self - Host | 7.3 |
| 2022 | Drag Race Philippines TV | Self - RuMail | 7.7 |
| 2022 | Z-O-M-B-I-E-S 3 Movie | The Mothership (voice) | 7.3 |
| 2022 | PRIDE: To Be Seen - A Soul of a Nation Presentation Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.5 |
| 2022 | RuPaul's Drag Race UK vs The World TV | Self - Host | 6.3 |
| 2021 | Reno 911!: The Hunt for QAnon Movie | Q | 5.8 |
| 2021 | The Bitch Who Stole Christmas Movie | Hannah Contour | 4.7 |
| 2021 | Painted with Raven TV | Self - Guest Judge | 5.5 |
| 2021 | Drag Race Italia TV | Self (uncredited) | 5.5 |
| 2021 | Chicago Party Aunt TV | Gideon (voice) | 6.1 |
| 2021 | Dragging the Classics: The Brady Bunch Movie | Unknown character | 5.2 |
| 2021 | Being BeBe Movie | self | 9.0 |
| 2021 | Workhorse Queen Movie | Self (archival footage) | 5.6 |
| 2021 | Drag Race Down Under TV | Self - Host / Judge | 5.1 |
| 2021 | Celebrity Wheel of Fortune TV | Self - Contestant | 7.1 |
| 2020 | The Big New Year's In Movie | Herself | 1.0 |
| 2020 | RuPaul's Drag Race: Bring Back My Ghouls Movie | Himself (archive footage) | |
| 2020 | Drag Race Holland TV | Self - RuMail | 5.6 |
| 2020 | RuPaul's Drag Race: Vegas Revue TV | Self | 7.2 |
| 2020 | Muppets Now TV | Self | 5.9 |
| 2020 | Canada's Drag Race TV | Self - RuMail | 6.8 |
| 2020 | How's Your Head, Hun? TV | Self | 8.0 |
| 2020 | RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race TV | Self - Host | 5.8 |
| 2020 | AJ and the Queen TV | Robert Lee / Ruby Red | 7.5 |
| 2019 | RuPaul's Drag Race UK TV | Self - Host / Judge | 7.1 |
| 2019 | A Little Late with Lilly Singh TV | Self | 3.4 |
| 2019 | The Queens Movie | Self | 7.7 |
| 2019 | SpongeBob’s Big Birthday Blowout Movie | Self | |
| 2019 | Stonewall Outloud Movie | Narrator (voice) | 1.0 |
| 2019 | Amphibia TV | Mr. X (voice) | 8.6 |
| 2019 | RuPaul TV | Self - Host | 5.8 |
| 2019 | The X Change Rate TV | Self - Special Guest | 4.4 |
| 2019 | Wig Movie | Self | 5.8 |
| 2019 | Trixie Mattel: Moving Parts Movie | Self | 6.8 |
| 2019 | Someone Great Movie | Hype | 6.4 |
| 2019 | The World's Best TV | Judge | 8.8 |
| 2018 | BEAT. Contour. Snatched. How Drag Queens Shaped the Biggest Makeup Trends Movie | Self | |
| 2018 | RuPaul's Drag Race Holi-Slay Spectacular Movie | Self - Host | 5.3 |
| 2018 | The Alec Baldwin Show TV | Self | 1.0 |
| 2018 | Drag Tots TV | Corny the Unicorn (voice) | |
| 2018 | Follow Me TV | Self | |
| 2018 | Show Dogs Movie | Persephone (voice) | 5.9 |
| 2018 | Forbidden Movie | Unknown character | 8.2 |
| 2018 | The Advocate Celebrates 50 Years: A Long Road to Freedom Movie | Self | 7.7 |
| 2017 | Katy Perry: Will You Be My Witness? Movie | Self | 7.7 |
| 2017 | Susanne Bartsch: On Top Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 2017 | Girlboss TV | Lionel | 6.5 |
| 2016 | Not Today, Bianca TV | RuPaul | 5.5 |
| 2016 | Martha & Snoop's Potluck Dinner Party TV | Self | 8.5 |
| 2016 | The $100,000 Pyramid TV | Self | 7.0 |
| 2016 | Match Game TV | Self - Panelist | 6.5 |
| 2016 | Straight Outta OZ Movie | Unknown character | 7.4 |
| 2016 | Skin Wars: Fresh Paint TV | Self - Host | 6.0 |
| 2016 | To Tell the Truth TV | Self - Panelist | 5.8 |
| 2016 | Hurricane Bianca Movie | Weatherman | 6.1 |
| 2016 | The Real O'Neals TV | RuPaul | 7.2 |
| 2016 | Animals. TV | Dr. Labcoat | 6.3 |
| 2016 | Kocktails With Khloé TV | Self | 6.8 |
| 2015 | RuPaul's Drag Race: Green Screen Christmas Movie | Self | |
| 2015 | Adam Ruins Everything TV | Unknown character | 7.5 |
| 2015 | The Muppets TV | Self | 7.0 |
| 2015 | The Late Show with Stephen Colbert TV | Self | 6.1 |
| 2015 | The Late Show with Stephen Colbert TV | Self - Guest | 6.1 |
| 2015 | Close Up with The Hollywood Reporter TV | Self | 6.2 |
| 2015 | RuPaul's Drag Race: RuVealed TV | Self | 7.0 |
| 2015 | Grace and Frankie TV | Benjamin Le Day | 7.7 |
| 2015 | Drag Becomes Him Movie | Self (archive footage) | 6.8 |
| 2015 | Harvey Beaks TV | Jackie Slitherstein (voice) | 6.3 |
| 2014 | BoJack Horseman TV | Queen Antonia (voice) | 8.5 |
| 2014 | Skin Wars TV | Self - Judge | 6.6 |
| 2014 | Trailblazer Honors TV | Self - Speaker | 7.5 |
| 2014 | Hey Qween! TV | Self | 6.6 |
| 2014 | Last Week Tonight with John Oliver TV | Self | 7.8 |
| 2014 | Late Night with Seth Meyers TV | Self | 5.1 |
| 2014 | The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon TV | Self - Guest | 5.8 |
| 2014 | Broad City TV | Marcel | 7.1 |
| 2013 | Lady Gaga & the Muppets Holiday Spectacular Movie | Self | 5.8 |
| 2013 | RuPaul Drives... TV | Self - Host | 5.0 |
| 2013 | The Out List Movie | Herself (archive footage) | 5.9 |
| 2013 | Alyssa's Secret TV | Self - Guest | 6.0 |
| 2012 | RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars: UNTUCKED TV | Self - Narrator | 5.5 |
| 2012 | RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars TV | Self - Host / Judge | 7.3 |
| 2012 | Finding Your Roots TV | Self | 6.5 |
| 2011 | 2 Broke Girls TV | Himself | 7.2 |
| 2011 | Happy Endings TV | KrisJahn | 6.9 |
| 2010 | RuPaul's Drag U TV | Self - Host | 5.5 |
| 2010 | RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked TV | Self - Narrator | 5.9 |
| 2009 | Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen TV | Self - Guest | 4.9 |
| 2009 | RuPaul's Drag Race TV | Self - Host | 7.5 |
| 2009 | Under the Hood TV | Self - Narrator (voice) (uncredited) | 6.0 |
| 2008 | Starz Inside: Ladies or Gentlemen Movie | Narrator | 3.7 |
| 2008 | Another Gay Sequel: Gays Gone Wild! Movie | Tyrell Tyrelle | 5.7 |
| 2007 | Rick & Steve: The Happiest Gay Couple in All the World TV | Tyler (voice) | 6.1 |
| 2007 | Starrbooty Movie | Starrbooty / Cupcake | 3.5 |
| 2007 | The Graham Norton Show TV | Self - Guest | 7.2 |
| 2007 | The Graham Norton Show TV | Self | 7.2 |
| 2006 | Ugly Betty TV | Rudolph | 6.4 |
| 2006 | The One Show TV | Self | 4.3 |
| 2006 | More Dangerous: The Making of Michael Lucas' 'Dangerous Liaisons' Movie | Self | |
| 2006 | Zombie Prom Movie | Miss Strict | 7.3 |
| 2006 | Whitepaddy Movie | Radio Kissin' | 7.5 |
| 2005 | Disco: Spinning The Story Movie | self | 6.8 |
| 2005 | The Comeback TV | RuPaul | 7.4 |
| 2005 | American Dad! TV | (voice) | 7.0 |
| 2005 | Dangerous Liaisons Movie | Self - Non-sexual Role | 9.5 |
| 2004 | Project Runway TV | Self - Guest Judge | 6.3 |
| 2004 | The Soup TV | Self | 6.4 |
| 2003 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! TV | Self - Guest | 5.3 |
| 2003 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! TV | Self - Guest Host | 5.3 |
| 2002 | The Groovenians Movie | Champagne Courvoisier | 6.0 |
| 2002 | Sylvester: Mighty Real Movie | Self | 10.0 |
| 2001 | Who Is Cletis Tout? Movie | Ginger Markum | 5.9 |
| 2000 | The Truth About Jane Movie | Jimmy | 6.3 |
| 2000 | But I'm a Cheerleader Movie | Mike | 7.1 |
| 2000 | VH1 Divas 2000: A Tribute to Diana Ross Movie | Self | 9.0 |
| 2000 | Son of the Beach TV | Unknown character | 6.3 |
| 2000 | The Eyes of Tammy Faye Movie | Narrator | 6.3 |
| 1999 | Time of Your Life TV | Unknown character | 5.9 |
| 1999 | Popular TV | Sweet Honey Chile | 6.6 |
| 1999 | After Stonewall Movie | Self | 5.6 |
| 1999 | EDtv Movie | RuPaul | 6.0 |
| 1998 | V.I.P. TV | Pepe Dutille | 5.3 |
| 1998 | Hollywood Squares TV | Self - Panelist | 7.6 |
| 1998 | Hercules TV | Rock Guardian (voice) | 6.8 |
| 1998 | An Unexpected Life Movie | Charles | 4.9 |
| 1998 | Motown 40: The Music Is Forever Movie | Self | |
| 1997 | Veronica's Closet TV | Brett | 5.4 |
| 1997 | The View TV | Self | 4.3 |
| 1997 | The RuPaul Show TV | Self - Host | 9.0 |
| 1997 | Shantay Movie | Shantay | 3.0 |
| 1996 | Sabrina, the Teenage Witch TV | Witch Judge | 7.8 |
| 1996 | A Very Brady Sequel Movie | Ms. Cummings | 5.9 |
| 1996 | Fled Movie | Himself | 5.7 |
| 1996 | The Rosie O'Donnell Show TV | Self | 4.1 |
| 1996 | Nash Bridges TV | Simone Dubois | 6.6 |
| 1995 | Catwalk Movie | Self | 7.8 |
| 1995 | The State's 43rd Annual All-Star Halloween Special Movie | Self | 4.0 |
| 1995 | MADtv TV | Self | 7.1 |
| 1995 | Blue in the Face Movie | Dancer | 6.5 |
| 1995 | To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar Movie | Rachel Tensions | 7.5 |
| 1995 | Red Ribbon Blues Movie | Duke | 4.4 |
| 1995 | Wigstock: The Movie Movie | Self | 5.8 |
| 1995 | A Mother's Prayer Movie | Deacon "Dede" | 8.6 |
| 1995 | The Brady Bunch Movie Movie | Mrs. Cummings | 6.1 |
| 1994 | Crooklyn Movie | Bodega Woman | 6.8 |
| 1994 | Sister, Sister TV | Marje | 7.0 |
| 1994 | Nelson Sullivan's World Of Wonder Movie | Self | |
| 1993 | RuPaul's Christmas Ball Movie | Host | 10.0 |
| 1993 | Out There Movie | Self | |
| 1993 | A Simple Matter of Justice Movie | Self | |
| 1993 | Walker, Texas Ranger TV | Bob | 7.0 |
| 1993 | Fertile La Toyah Video Magazine: Inaugural Issue Movie | Unknown character | |
| 1992 | Inferno Movie | Party Guest | 3.7 |
| 1990 | Real Sex TV | Unknown character | 5.0 |
| 1990 | The Word TV | Unknown character | 6.0 |
| 1989 | The Simpsons TV | Queen Chante (voice) | 8.0 |
| 1989 | Nelson Sullivan's Video Diaries Movie | Himself | 1.0 |
| 1989 | Nelson Sullivan Movie | Unknown character | |
| 1989 | Pickle Surprise Movie | Unknown character | 7.2 |
| 1987 | Starbooty Trilogy Movie | Starbooty | |
| 1984 | RuPaul & Felecia Having Fun in New York - October 18, 1984 Movie | Himself | |
| 1984 | Trilogy Of Terror Movie | Sheila Jones | |
| 1984 | MTV Video Music Awards TV | Self | 7.8 |
| 1982 | American Playhouse TV | Self (archive footage) | 6.6 |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live TV | Danielle (uncredited) | 6.9 |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live TV | Self - Host | 6.9 |
| 1949 | The Emmy Awards TV | Self | 7.9 |
| TBA | RuPaul's Drag Race UK All Stars TV | Self - Host / Judge | |
| TBA | American Porn Star Movie | Cherry Grind | |
| TBA | Just Between Friends Movie | Unknown character |
Crew (62)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | RuPaul's Drag Race UK: Rewind Movie | Executive Producer · Production | |
| 2026 | Drag Race México: Latina Royale TV | Creator · Creator | 3.0 |
| 2026 | Drag Race Down Under vs The World TV | Creator · Creator | 8.0 |
| 2026 | Canada's Drag Race: All Stars TV | Creator · Creator | 7.0 |
| 2026 | Stop! That! Train! Movie | Producer · Production | 4.9 |
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| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale TV | Creator · Creator | 8.0 |
| 2025 | RuPaul's Drag Race Live - 1,000th Show Movie | Director · Directing | 6.0 |
| 2024 | RuPaul's Drag Race Global All Stars TV | Creator · Creator | 5.3 |
| 2024 | RuPaul's Drag Race Live Untucked TV | Creator · Creator | 7.0 |
| 2024 | Drag Race España All Stars TV | Creator · Creator | 7.3 |
| 2024 | Drag Race España All Stars TV | Production Executive · Production | 7.3 |
| 2023 | Drag Race Germany TV | Creator · Creator | 4.3 |
| 2023 | Drag Race Germany TV | Songs · Sound | 4.3 |
| 2023 | Drag Race Germany TV | Executive Producer · Production | 4.3 |
| 2023 | Drag Race Brasil TV | Creator · Creator | 6.3 |
| 2023 | Drag Race Mexico TV | Creator · Creator | 7.0 |
| 2023 | Drag Race Sweden TV | Creator · Creator | 4.6 |
| 2023 | Drag Race Sverige: Untucked! TV | Creator · Creator | 8.0 |
| 2023 | Drag Race Belgium TV | Creator · Creator | 4.7 |
| 2022 | Canada's Drag Race: Canada vs The World TV | Creator · Creator | 5.2 |
| 2022 | Bring Back My Girls TV | Executive Producer · Production | 5.0 |
| 2022 | Drag Race Philippines Untucked! TV | Creator · Creator | 8.0 |
| 2022 | Drag Race Philippines TV | Creator · Creator | 7.7 |
| 2022 | Drag Race France TV | Creator · Creator | 8.2 |
| 2022 | RuPaul's Drag Race UK vs The World TV | Creator · Creator | 6.3 |
| 2021 | Queen of the Universe TV | Executive Producer · Production | 4.2 |
| 2021 | Queen of the Universe TV | Creator · Creator | 4.2 |
| 2021 | Painted with Raven TV | Executive Producer · Production | 5.5 |
| 2021 | Drag Race Italia TV | Creator · Creator | 5.5 |
| 2021 | Drag Race Italia TV | Executive Producer · Production | 5.5 |
| 2021 | Drag Race España TV | Creator · Crew | 7.5 |
| 2021 | Drag Race España TV | Creator · Creator | 7.5 |
| 2021 | Drag Race Down Under TV | Creator · Creator | 5.1 |
| 2020 | RuPaul's Drag Race: Bring Back My Ghouls Movie | Executive Producer · Production | |
| 2020 | Drag Race Holland TV | Creator · Creator | 5.6 |
| 2020 | Canada's Drag Race TV | Executive Producer · Production | 6.8 |
| 2020 | Canada's Drag Race TV | Creator · Creator | 6.8 |
| 2020 | RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race TV | Creator · Creator | 5.8 |
| 2020 | AJ and the Queen TV | Writer · Writing | 7.5 |
| 2020 | AJ and the Queen TV | Creator · Creator | 7.5 |
| 2020 | AJ and the Queen TV | Executive Producer · Production | 7.5 |
| 2019 | RuPaul's Drag Race UK TV | Creator · Creator | 7.1 |
| 2019 | RuPaul's Drag Race UK TV | Executive Producer · Production | 7.1 |
| 2018 | RuPaul's Drag Race Holi-Slay Spectacular Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 5.3 |
| 2018 | Drag Race Thailand TV | Creator · Creator | 6.0 |
| 2017 | The Trixie & Katya Show TV | Executive Producer · Production | 5.3 |
| 2012 | RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars TV | Creator · Creator | 7.3 |
| 2012 | RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars TV | Theme Song Performance · Sound | 7.3 |
| 2010 | RuPaul's Drag U TV | Creator · Creator | 5.5 |
| 2010 | RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked TV | Executive Producer · Production | 5.9 |
| 2009 | RuPaul's Drag Race TV | Creator · Creator | 7.5 |
| 2009 | RuPaul's Drag Race TV | Executive Producer · Production | 7.5 |
| 2009 | Under the Hood TV | Creator · Creator | 6.0 |
| 2007 | Starrbooty Movie | Writer · Writing | 3.5 |
| 2007 | Starrbooty Movie | Producer · Production | 3.5 |
| 2006 | Queer Duck: The Movie Movie | Theme Song Performance · Sound | 4.2 |
| 2006 | Encounters 1: The Heat of the Moment Movie | Director · Directing | 8.0 |
| 1993 | RuPaul's Christmas Ball Movie | Writer · Writing | 10.0 |
| 1984 | Trilogy Of Terror Movie | Writer · Writing | |
| TBA | RuPaul's Drag Race UK All Stars TV | Creator · Creator | |
| TBA | Drag Race South Africa TV | Creator · Creator | |
| TBA | Drag Race Japan TV | Creator · Creator |
Latest releases
- Stop! That! Train!2026 / TMDB 4.9
- Hitpig!2024 / TMDB 6.7
- Bob Mackie: Naked Illusion2024 / TMDB 8.5
- OZI: Voice of the Forest2024 / TMDB 6.0
RuPaul in the news
Questions about RuPaul
What are RuPaul's most famous roles?
RuPaul is most famous for hosting 'RuPaul's Drag Race,' which has garnered numerous awards and a large fanbase. They also appeared in films such as 'To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar' and 'The Brady Bunch Movie.'
Has RuPaul won any awards?
Yes, RuPaul has won multiple Emmy Awards for 'RuPaul's Drag Race,' including Outstanding Host for a Reality or Competition Program. Their influence on the LGBTQ+ community has also been recognized with various accolades.
What was RuPaul's first film?
RuPaul's first film role was in 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert' (1994), where they played a character named 'Miss Understanding.' This role helped to launch their film career.
What is RuPaul's estimated net worth?
RuPaul's estimated net worth is around $60 million. This wealth comes from their successful career in television, music, and various business ventures.
How did RuPaul start their career?
RuPaul began their career in the 1980s, performing in clubs and music venues. They gained recognition in the New York City nightlife scene, leading to opportunities in music and television.
What is RuPaul's most successful project?
RuPaul's most successful project is 'RuPaul's Drag Race,' which premiered in 2009 and has become a cultural phenomenon, leading to spin-offs and international versions.
How has RuPaul influenced pop culture?
RuPaul has significantly influenced pop culture by bringing drag into the mainstream. Their show has popularized drag culture and inspired a new generation of performers and fans.
What are some notable achievements in RuPaul's career?
Notable achievements include multiple Emmy wins, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the creation of a successful music career. RuPaul has also authored books and started a podcast.