Drag Race All Stars Season 11: 18 Queens Start May 8, 2026

18 queens will compete for $200,000 in the new season of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars, starting May 8, 2026. This is more queens than last season.
By Newsroom | Television, Reality TV |

Paramount+ is set to host the premiere of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 11 on Friday, May 8, 2026, kicking off with a two-episode drop. The season features a grand total of 18 queens vying for the crown, cash, and ultimate bragging rights. This installment is framed as a 'Tournament of All Stars,' divided into three competitive brackets, with $200,000 at stake for the winner.

Tournament Structure and Early Challenges

The competition begins with the 'Tournament of All Stars,' where queens are segmented into brackets. The first bracket's premiere episode, titled "Break Dancin' 2: Electric Rugaloo," sees six queens perform an '80s-inspired routine. Following this, the queens will tackle a challenge where they "make over real-life gay dads." Another announced challenge involves the queens creating "over-the-top How-To videos."

The season will also feature a tribute to guest judge La Toya Jackson, with a runway segment titled "La Toyas R Us."

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Cast and Franchise Representation

The cast for Season 11 is composed of 18 queens who have previously competed in various seasons of RuPaul's Drag Race and All Stars. The represented seasons span from as early as Season 2 to as recent as Season 17 of the franchise. Notable returning queens include A'keria C. Davenport (Season 11, All Stars 6) and Salina EsTitties (Season 15).

Broadcast Details and Companion Series

RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 11 will air exclusively on Paramount+. The series will consist of 12 episodes. A companion series, RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars: Untucked, will also be available.

Guest Judges

Among the announced guest judges are La Toya Jackson, Kate Beckinsale, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Devery Jacobs, and Mayan Lopez.

Published: May 9, 2026 (as of June 5, 2026)This report aggregates information from multiple sources published around April 22, 2026, and April 27, 2026, with the latest date appearing as May 9, 2025, for an episode listing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When does RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 11 start and where can I watch it?
RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 11 begins on Friday, May 8, 2026, with a two-episode drop. You can watch it exclusively on Paramount+.
Q: How many queens are competing in All Stars Season 11 and what is the prize?
A total of 18 queens will compete for the title of Queen of All Stars and a cash prize of $200,000. The season is structured as a tournament with three competitive brackets.
Q: What kind of challenges will the queens face in All Stars Season 11?
The queens will participate in various challenges, including an '80s-inspired dance routine, making over gay dads, and creating 'over-the-top How-To' videos. There will also be a runway segment honoring guest judge La Toya Jackson.
Q: Which past seasons are represented by the queens in All Stars Season 11?
The 18 competing queens come from a wide range of seasons, from as early as Season 2 up to Season 17 of the RuPaul's Drag Race franchise. This includes queens like A'keria C. Davenport and Salina EsTitties.