Flor, 25, Auckland
Why did you apply for Drag Race?
To represent my lovely country Guatemala. I’m the first Guatemalan queen ever to be part of Drag Race, which is very special.
How did you get into drag?
My cousin back in Guatemala put me in drag for the first time for a fashion show. I knew the drag world was for me when I saw myself in all the photos while I was walking down the runway.
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Who’s your inspiration?
Strong Latin women with big hearts, red lips and who love to party!
Hollywood Star, 34, New South Wales
What’s your special talent?
I have a degree in opera and have been in Broadway shows. I’m a singer, actor and dancer, with fashion sense to die for.
How did you get into drag?
I realised I wanted to take it up in lockdown. I was afraid I’d lose friends by showing a feminine side, but people adore me whether I’m in drag or not!
Who’s your inspiration?
The late singer Aaliyah, the strong women in my life and, of course, Naomi Campbell. I’ve always been obsessed with pop culture and fame – hence the name!
Rita Menu, 24, Hamilton
How did you get into drag?
After seeing all the local talent Hamilton and Auckland have to offer, my curiosity grew and one day I just did it. Spoiler alert: I’ve only been doing it for about a year, so it’s a huge achievement for me to represent New Zealand in this Olympics of drag.
Who’s your inspiration?
Beyoncé is a strong, independent, curvy woman!
Who is your ultimate celeb crush?
I’m sure everyone can agree with me on Henry Cavill. I mean, he’s Superman!
Isis Avis Loren, 33, Melbourne
What’s your special talent?
I’m the fiercest seamstress in the competition. No one can hold a candle to me. And they better not – I’m wearing synthetic fibres! I don’t need to be more flaming.
Who’s your inspiration?
Lady Gaga is my idol. She is a talented artist who has done it her way, stayed true to herself and leads with love.
What would you be doing if you weren’t a drag queen?
Probably a designer or pattern maker.
Gabriella Labucci, 31, Victoria
Who’s your inspiration?
I love the iconic way Lady Gaga made herself a huge success from nothing.
Who is your ultimate celeb crush?
Does being on Drag Race mean I’m a celebrity now? If you can’t crush on yourself, how the hell are you gonna crush on somebody else?!
What would you be doing if you weren’t a drag queen?
I’ve worked as a dog groomer, in supermarkets and in fast food, but nothing sparks joy like drag does.
Bumpa Love, 51, Melbourne
What’s your special talent?
I have a seventh sense – I see dumb people. I’m not sure if it’ll work for me in this competition, but it’s helped me in my career so far!
Describe your style in three words…
Big, brown and beautiful!
Who’s your inspiration?
The strong women in my whānau past and present, plus Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Nicki Minaj, J.Lo and Beyoncé!
Who’s your ultimate celeb crush?
It’s a toss-up between Tom Hardy and Keanu Reeves.
Ivory Glaze, 26, Sydney
What’s your special talent?
I style my own wigs and design my own looks. I can also like bend my tongue into a clover shape, which I’m sure will come in handy!
What made you apply for Drag Race?
I want to represent the queer Asian community, who we don’t see a lot of.
Who is your ultimate celeb crush?
Shawn Mendes – I know, basic AF!
What would you be doing if you weren’t a drag queen?
I currently work in technology at a bank, so that.
Ivanna Drink, 26, Auckland
How did you get into drag?
I was 19 when I put on my first wig. I’d been missing live performance and then I met my husband [Anita Wigl’it], who introduced me to the world of drag. I haven’t looked back!
Who is your ultimate celeb crush?
Anyone with a pulse, but if Chris Evans brings his Captain America shield…
What would you be doing if you weren’t a drag queen?
I work in finance, but I like to inspire, so maybe a motivational speaker.
Amyl, 27, Sydney
What’s your special talent?
Drag queens can famously be catty little creatures, so my strategy is to win over everybody’s hearts and minds with my incredible good looks and irresistible charm.
Describe your style in three words…
Chic meets stupid.
How did you get into drag?
It first started when I went to a school fundraising event as Big Momma from the fabled film Big Momma’s House. It tickled something within me and a few years later, it clicked.
Ashley Madison, 25, Melbourne
Describe your style in three words…
Really very pretty.
How did you get into drag?
I always wanted to be a popstar, but I realised I’m a god-awful singer, so this was as close as I could get.
Who’s your inspiration?
Lady Gaga, Marilyn Monroe and, funnily enough, RuPaul.
What would you be doing if you weren’t a drag queen?
Probably begging for a dollar outside the local servo.
RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under starts 28 July on TVNZ+.
