RuPaul’s Drag Race season 18 queens have spilled the tea — revealing a secret “15th queen” named Crystal, an on-set kiss between Athena Dion and Vita VonTesse Starr, and tearful confessions about sisterhood and mental health — all before the premiere even airs.
The RuPaul’s Drag Race season 18 premiere hasn’t aired yet — but the entire cast has already crashed through the walls of decorum in Entertainment Weekly’s exclusive group interview. The queens are crying, kissing, coming out, and shouting at each other over runway disasters, Untucked drama, and the existence of a secret “15th queen” who allegedly competed with them before being edited out of the show.
One of the most jaw-dropping moments came when former The View guest Athena Dion and southern pageant princess Vita VonTesse Starr confirmed rumors of a passionate on-set romance. In the middle of the conversation, they made out — right there, in front of their fellow competitors. “Get a f—ing room, dude!” Jane Don’t exclaimed, laughing as she tried to break up the moment.
Things got even more dramatic when Vita proposed to Athena using a fake ring. “It’s still TBD if Athena’s granddaughter, Juicy Love Dion, will be the flower girl at the wedding,” the queens joked, turning a personal moment into a full-blown social media event.
But the biggest bombshell wasn’t the romance — it was the revelation that a secret 15th queen named “Crystal” allegedly competed with them during filming. According to Kenya Pleaser, Crystal had to lip-sync to “Mambo No. 5” and clearly didn’t want to be there anymore. “F— that bitch!” Kenya said, while Jane added, “She got disqualified. We edited Crystal out.”
While some fans were shocked by the alleged disqualification, others were thrilled to hear about the behind-the-scenes drama. “This is exactly what makes Drag Race so special — the chaos, the love, and the unexpected turns,” one fan wrote on social media.
On a more serious note, the queens also opened up about how the competition helped them grow personally. Mandy Mango revealed she’s now fully embracing her nonbinary identity after years of internal struggle. Vita VonTesse Starr gave an emotional tribute to how the cast lifted her up during a dark time in her life. “I think the reason why I’m here is because I needed these girls,” Vita said, fighting back tears. “You are everything to me, and you are what I needed.” Kenya broke down crying as she listened to Vita’s words.
Other queens shared similar stories. Nini Coco admitted she learned to embrace her own flaws after being criticized for her runway looks. Briar Blush confessed she found a new sense of confidence after being voted the “shadiest queen of the year.” Even Discord Addams, who previously faced early ouster rumors, said she’s now ready to face whatever comes next.
The queens also fielded questions from past contestants like Nicole Paige Brooks, Jewels Sparkles, and Sapphira Cristál, who asked what truths the competition brought out among the cast. The answers were honest, raw, and deeply moving — reminding fans why RuPaul’s Drag Race continues to be one of the most beloved shows on television.
For fans who missed the exclusive group interview, the full video is now available on Entertainment Weekly’s YouTube channel. The queens also shared individual interviews, giving fans even more insight into their personalities and motivations ahead of the season premiere.
As RuPaul’s Drag Race season 18 prepares to premiere on MTV, fans are buzzing with excitement — not just for the new queens, but for the emotional journey they’re about to embark on together. With secrets, scandals, and sisterhood at the core of every episode, this season promises to be one of the most unforgettable in Drag Race history.
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