Gia Gunn

Gia Gunn is a drag performer and activist known for her appearances on RuPaul’s Drag Race and The Switch Drag Race, advocating for transgender visibility and rights. After gaining national attention with her participation in the sixth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race, which premiered on February 24, 2014, Gia Gunn quickly established herself as a distinctive presence in the drag world. Prior to her television debut, Gia Gunn built a strong reputation as a headlining drag performer in Chicago, also maintaining a full-time career in the hair industry, and held a cosmetology license. Her pre-television career included winning prestigious titles such as Miss Roscoe’s and Miss Diosa in 2013.

In this highly anticipated season, she made history as the third openly transgender contestant and the first to compete post-transition. She placed eighth overall, continuing to champion trans representation within the drag community. Her ongoing work continues to underscore her commitment to both entertainment and dedicated advocacy for LGBTQ+ human rights, further establishing her as a multifaceted talent in the industry.