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Drag Race Philippines 2022
Drag Race Philippines is a reality competition show from the Philippines, following the American format of RuPaul's Drag Race. The series features contestants taking part in weekly challenges invited by drag performer Paolo Ballesteros, with the goal of becoming the Next Drag Superstar of the Philippines.
Each episode includes a judging panel consisting of Ballesteros and KaladKaren, occasionally joined by judges like BJ Pascual, Jon Santos, and . Jiggly Caliente served as a judge for three straight seasons but stepped away after announcing she would not return due to recovery from a serious infection; she passed away on April 27, 2025. By 2024, winners had been crowned including Precious Paula Nicole, Captivating Katkat, and Maxie.
This production marks the tenth international version of the Drag Race franchise. It is co-produced by Fullhouse Asia and World of Wonder, debuting originally on streaming platforms HBO Go and WOW Presents Plus on August 17, 2022. A spin-off titled Slaysian Royale was also produced, featuring contestants from other Drag Race adaptations competing in the Philippines.
Crew
- Director
- Arnel Natividad, Ice Seguerra
- Executive producer
- World of Wonder, Tom Campbell, RuPaul, Alex Godinez-Lopez, Yanah Laurel, Jimson Tamano, Maricel Ticar Santos, Gina Godinez
Details
- Production
- Fullhouse Asia, World of Wonder
- Network
- HBO Go, WOW Presents Plus (International)
