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United States Naomi Smalls is a drag performer and model, known for her striking fashion aesthetic and consistent placement as a runner-up on 'RuPaul's Drag Race' and 'RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars'.
Naomi Smalls conducted an interview with Cardi B for Cosmopolitan, discussing various topics including high school and success. This collaboration was highlighted in Billboard and on Reddit.
Naomi Smalls collaborated with Kim Chi's makeup brand, Kim Chi Chic Beauty, on a makeup palette named '2 Queen 1 Dessert'. This partnership was reported by RuPaul's Drag Race Wiki and Allure.
As part of the queer-owned company's Pride collection, Naomi Smalls launched a candle called 'Dame Nature' with Boy Smells, inviting fans to 'smell the fantasy'.
Naomi Smalls referenced RuPaul's Viva La Glam campaign for MAC as her very first encounter with drag, indicating a long-standing awareness and potential indirect association with the brand.
Naomi Smalls was featured in Vogue's 'Beauty Secrets' series, demonstrating her 70-step drag transformation. Vogue also covered her new one-woman show, discussing her drag schedule during the pandemic.
Davis M. Heppenstall, known professionally as Naomi Smalls, was born on September 8, 1993, in Fresno, California, and was later adopted in Redlands. Heppenstall adopted the drag persona Naomi Smalls, a name inspired by supermodel Naomi Campbell and rapper Biggie Smalls. At 21, Smalls gained widespread recognition as a contestant on the eighth season of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ in 2016, where she finished as a runner-up alongside Kim Chi. During her time on the show, she notably won the makeover challenge, showcasing her design capabilities.
Her career further advanced with a return to the franchise in 2018 for ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ season 4. Smalls consistently performed well, reaching the finale and again finishing as a runner-up with Monique Heart. Her performance on ‘All Stars’ included a second makeover challenge win, making her the first queen to win two such challenges across her seasons. A significant moment during this season was her controversial elimination of front-runner Manila Luzon, a decision that generated considerable discussion among fans. Beyond competitive drag, Smalls co-hosted the WoWPresents internet series ‘M.U.G.’ with Kim Chi, critiquing makeup looks, and frequently appeared on ‘Fashion Photo RuView’.
In addition to her television appearances, Smalls has expanded her brand through various ventures. She interviewed Cardi B for Cosmopolitan in February 2018 and launched her own YouTube series, ‘Small’s World,’ in February 2018, documenting her experiences touring nationally. Her musical endeavors include releasing her single “Pose” in 2018, accompanied by a music video, and appearing in Manila Luzon’s music video for “Go Fish.” In September 2019, Smalls joined the rotating cast of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race Live!’ in Las Vegas. By October 2021, she had amassed over 1.6 million Instagram followers, underscoring her significant impact in the drag community and beyond.
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