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United States RuPaul Charles is an Emmy-winning television host, producer, and cultural icon, recognized for his expansive influence in entertainment and unwavering dedication to LGBTQ+ visibility.
RuPaul became the first spokesperson for MAC Cosmetics, raising millions of dollars for the MAC AIDS Fund and becoming the first man to land a major cosmetics campaign.
RuPaul collaborated with Build-A-Bear Workshop for a new line of stuffed animals, including a signature RuPaul bear with gold heels.
SLG Brands teamed up with RuPaul and Superdrug to release his debut cosmetics range in the UK.
Balenciaga partnered with RuPaul for a merchandise capsule collection and curated a playlist for their Apple Music series.
Mally Beauty collaborated with RuPaul on a large makeup collection, offered exclusively on QVC, featuring various cosmetic products.
RuPaul launched his debut make-up line and a unisex perfume, 'Glamazon', with cosmetic manufacturers Colorevolution.
RuPaul appeared in TV commercials and magazine advertisements for Old Navy Tech Vests.
RuPaul appeared in TV commercials and magazine ads for Webex.
RuPaul Andre Charles, born on November 17, 1960, in San Diego, California, is a prominent American drag queen, television host, singer, producer, writer, and actor. He spent his early years in San Diego before moving to Atlanta, Georgia, at age 15 to study performing arts. His career began in the 1980s, performing in Atlanta’s nightclub scene and appearing on public access television. He gained national exposure dancing in The B-52s’ “Love Shack” video in 1989. After relocating to New York City, RuPaul became a notable figure in the LGBTQ nightclub circuit, performing at venues like the Pyramid Club and the annual Wigstock drag festival. In 1993, he achieved international fame with his debut album “Supermodel of the World” and its hit single “Supermodel (You Better Work).” This success propelled him into mainstream media, leading to film roles and a groundbreaking spokesperson role for MAC Cosmetics, becoming the first drag queen to secure a major cosmetics campaign.
His career significantly progressed with the launch of “The RuPaul Show” on VH1 in 1996, where he interviewed celebrities and musical acts for more than 100 episodes, co-hosting with Michelle Visage. In 2009, RuPaul created and began hosting the reality competition series “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” which has since become a global phenomenon with numerous international spin-offs. The show has earned him multiple Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Host, making him the most awarded Black artist in Emmy history. In 2018, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and in 2022, he won a Tony Award as a producer for the Broadway musical “A Strange Loop.” RuPaul has also authored four books, including the New York Times bestseller “The House of Hidden Meanings” in 2024. He continues to be a vocal advocate for voter registration and LGBTQ+ rights through various initiatives and his ongoing work.
Throughout his career, RuPaul has released fifteen studio albums, appeared in over 50 films and television shows, and actively participates in drag conventions like RuPaul’s DragCon. His influence extends beyond entertainment, as he was included in the Time 100 list of the world’s most influential people in 2017. He maintains residences in New York, California, and Wyoming with his husband, Georges LeBar.
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