Get ready for more glamour, drama, and fierce competition as MTV and Paramount+ announce the renewal of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race,’ ‘All Stars,’ and ‘Untucked’ for new seasons.

With its 19th season, the flagship show ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ is set to return to MTV, following a highly successful season 18 that saw a double-digit growth in viewership and set a new franchise premiere record. The show delivered impressive ratings, with a 19% increase in the P18-49 rating (0.564 vs. 0.472) and a 7% boost in P18-49 share (2.43 vs. 2.27). Season 18 also ranked among the Top 3 cable series in 2026 to date in the key demo.

Season 18 of ‘Drag Race’ featured a star-studded lineup of guest judges, including the likes of Cardi B, Teyana Taylor, and Benny Blanco, who brought their unique perspectives to the competition. The season also saw the crowning of Myki Meeks, who took home the coveted title.

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked’ will also be returning for season 18, offering fans a behind-the-scenes look at the drama, humor, and camaraderie that unfolds when the cameras aren’t rolling.

Paramount+ has also announced the renewal of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ for season 12, following the return of the show’s popular Tournament of All Stars format. In this format, returning queens compete for a coveted spot in the ‘Drag Race Hall of Fame.’ Crystal Methyd earned the title during the latest season, while the show also featured its first all-disco Lip Sync Smackdown for the Crown. Guest judges Kate Hudson, La Toya Jackson, and Reneé Rapp joined the panel, bringing their own brand of glamour and expertise to the competition.

As the Emmy voting process gets underway, ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ has landed an impressive 11 nominations, including a nod for RuPaul as outstanding host for a reality or reality competition program. This marks a record-extending 11th consecutive nomination for the show, solidifying its place as a leader in the world of reality television.

The success of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ can be attributed to its ability to bring people together in powerful ways. As World of Wonder, the production company behind the show, notes, ‘Nearly twenty years later, what began as a dream has become an extraordinary global movement. We owe endless thanks to our partners at MTV and Paramount+, along with every queen, judge, crew member, and fan who has built ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race.’ Drag brings people together in powerful ways – and we are honored to keep celebrating new voices and sharing iconic moments with the world.

With its unique blend of humor, heart, and fierce competition, ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ continues to captivate audiences around the world. The show’s renewal for new seasons is a testament to its enduring popularity and its ability to bring joy and inspiration to fans everywhere.