In a dazzling announcement, Canada’s Drag Race Season 4 is set to sash-eh back into our lives with the release of its star-studded cast. This fierce competition, under the keen guidance of head judge and RuPaul’s Drag Race alum Brooke Lynn Hytes, promises a rollercoaster of charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent.
11 new queens hailing from diverse corners of the Great White North will take centre stage in this highly anticipated season. Among the glittering lineup, fans can look forward to the captivating presence of several queens who have already made a name for themselves in the drag world.
Notably, a former finalist from Peppermint’s “Call Me Mother” competition series is poised to strut into the Werk Room, adding an extra layer of star power to the roster. Additionally, a reigning Miss Capital Pride pageant winner and a former guest on Brooke’s talk series “1 Queen, 5 Queers” are set to grace the stage.
Moreover, Season 2 queen Kendall Gender’s drag daughter will make her debut, adding a familial touch to the proceedings. The cast is further enriched by the inclusion of a transmasc performer who embodies a captivating “blend of 2000s bimbo fashion”, apparently.
The excitement doesn’t stop with the queens. Returning panellists Brad Goreski and Traci Melchor will join Queen of the North, Brooke Lynn Hytes, as they meticulously judge the fierce competition over nine electrifying episodes. The season promises iconic challenges, including the highly anticipated Snatch Game, a sensational Rusical, and “new game-changing competition twists”, as announced in a press release.
For Canadian viewers, the drag racing action will premiere on Crave on November 16. For fans in the United States and the rest of the world, the premiere of Canada’s Drag Race Season 4 is also set for November 16 on the WOW Presents Plus subscription streaming service, ensuring that American audiences can enjoy the glitter and glamour as it unfolds. Meanwhile, the UK will be able to watch on BBC Three and on BBC iPlayer, much like in previous years, with the season likely to appear on WOW Presents Plus at a later date.
Let the countdown begin as we prepare to be wowed by the extraordinary talents of the following queens.
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Aimee Yonce Shennel
Age: 31
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Pronouns in Drag: She/her
Pronouns out of Drag: He/him
Bio: Aimee Yonce Shennel grew up in the Dominican Republic and moved to Canada in 2016. She is currently the reigning Miss Capital Pride and has won other local awards including Drag of the Year, Performance of the Year, and Fan-Favorite Drag Artist. Aimee seeks to share her drag openly because she knows making even one person smile can make a world of difference.
Quote: “I haven’t met a person who has watched me, and didn’t instantly fall in love with me. It’s something natural. I was born with this gift.”
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Aurora Matrix
Age: 23
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Pronouns in Drag: She/her
Pronouns out of Drag: They/them
Bio: Aurora Matrix is a well-known performer in the Toronto drag scene, and is booked and busy five nights a week! Aurora has a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from York University. They appeared as a guest on Crave’s, Canadian Screen Award-winning original series “1 Queen, 5 Queers”.
Quote: “I’m a performer through and through. I personally don’t think there’s anyone in Toronto who performs like I do! Werk Diva!”
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Denim
Age: 24
Location: Montréal, Quebec
Pronouns in Drag: She/her
Pronouns out of Drag: He/him
Bio: Denim is a transmasc drag queen known for her effortless blend of 2000s bimbo fashion, and futuristic club kid aesthetic. Denim has performed with King Princess, Charli XCX, Kim Petras, Tinashe, and Caroline Polachek. Last year, Denim discovered she is neurodivergent through an autism diagnosis which has become a point of activism in her drag.
Quote: “Denim is everyone’s favorite pocket-sized queen! She is a trans icon, she is a reality TV bimbo star, she is in her own galaxy, she can melt and bend into anything. Some would say it’s in her jeans!”
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Kiki Coe
Age: 35
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Pronouns in Drag: She/her
Pronouns out of Drag: He/him
Bio: She is an accomplished designer, and her costumes are famously elaborate and truly unforgettable; some have previously been seen on the Canada’s Drag Race runway! Kiki also works as a chef and has entered several cooking competitions, including competing on Chopped Canada. Kiki is the youngest of nine siblings.
Quote: “My drag is rich. It’s seasoned. It’s strong. There could be a whole tsunami and my head piece would stay on.”
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Kitten Kaboodle
Age: 57
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Pronouns in Drag: She/her
Pronouns out of Drag: He/him
Bio: Kitten Kaboodle was introduced to drag during high school when she snuck into a gay club when she was 15, but it wasn’t until 2012 when she learned to sew that Kitten Kaboodle was officially born. Kitten is a campy ’70s showgirl who loves a variety show. She is a very popular drag designer who has already made several looks for previous queens who have appeared on the main stage at Canada’s Drag Race.
Quote: “I am always about being campy, but polished and elevated. Everything a little bit bigger, a little gayer, and a lot of sparkle.”
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Luna DuBois
Age: 24
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Pronouns in Drag: She/her
Pronouns out of Drag: He/him
Bio: Luna DuBois is a fashion icon in Toronto with a background in fashion techniques and design, a self-taught makeup artist, and hosted drag masterclasses. Luna uses her voice to represent for the underrepresented, and works with BIPOC performers to help ensure they are treated fairly. Luna proudly represents other queer Nigerians who share her story and find inspiration through her.
Quote: “Luna DuBois is an essence. The DuBois factor. I don’t fit in, I stand out and stand out only. It’s the full moon experience.”
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Melinda Verga
Age: 44
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Pronouns in Drag: No preference
Pronouns out of Drag: He/him
Bio: Melinda started performing drag at 37 and nothing has stopped her since. Melinda’s titles include Mz. Gay Edmonton 2017 and Edmonton Drag Idol 2018, and she has performed at the top of Whistler Mountain for Jasper Pride. Melinda is passionate about mentoring young queens in the Edmonton drag scene and has produced shows highlighting Filipino and Asian cultures and underrepresented performers.
Quote: “This season I am bringing 44 years of life experiences, lessons, wisdom — oh, and ass!”
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Nearah Nuff
Age: 22
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Pronouns in Drag: She/her
Pronouns out of Drag: He/him
Bio: Nearah Nuff is part of Calgary’s infamous drag family, the Nuff family, where she holds the title of Performer with a capital P. Nearah only started doing drag three years ago. She was a competitive dancer for six years, and also holds diplomas in makeup artistry, airbrushing, and is a clinical esthetician.
Quote: “I’m a dancing diva — emphasis on diva! She’s anything but a filler queen and the only thing that’s bigger than her lips is her ego.”
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Sisi Superstar
Age: 31
Location: Montréal, Quebec
Pronouns in Drag: She/her
Pronouns out of Drag: He/they
Bio: Sisi Superstar is Montreal’s self-proclaimed underground, hyper-pop grunge queen. She is the co-creator of Montreal’s biggest alternative queer event, Unikorn Parties, and is credited by many as a major force for alternative drag in the city. Aside from her drag career, Sisi is a DJ, songwriter, professional event planner, and community organizer.
Quote: “She’s spooky, she’s sexy, she’s Montréal’s No. 1 party girl, organizer, socialite, queen of the underground nightlife, professionally messy. She’s everything.”
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The Girlfriend Experience
Age: 31
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Pronouns in Drag: She/her
Pronouns out of Drag: She/her
Bio: The Girlfriend Experience (a.k.a. Girlfriend) was born in Germany, and grew up between Vancouver with her mother and Germany with her father, and speaks fluent German. Two of the most important things to The Girlfriend Experience is living her authentic self and drag, and she documented her transition journey publicly to help anyone who is considering a similar path. Earlier this year, she began producing an all-trans drag show in Vancouver.
Quote: “I fit in ’cause I’m everybody’s friend, but I stand out ’cause I’m prettier than all of them!”
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Venus
Age: 27
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Pronouns in Drag: She/her
Pronouns out of Drag: No preference
Bio: Venus is a well-known drag legend in Vancouver and is a member of the popular non-binary drag supergroup ENBY6. She is also a member of the Gender drag family with her drag mother, Kendall Gender from Season 2 of Canada’s Drag Race. Venus is a supermodel in the making. She has walked in New York Fashion Week, and has been selected to perform with Teyana Taylor, Orville Peck, and Charli XCX. As a Red River Metis two-spirit person, Venus’ heart lies with her Metis family and ancestors in Manitoba, where she often visits to deepen her relationship with the land and her family’s history.
Quote: “Get ready for interplanetary impact for the supernova supermodel, Venus, has finally arrived. Not only is she the hottest in all our solar system, but she also has a big surprise. So, let’s have some fun, her outfits are sick, come take a ride on her rocket ship!”
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Canada’s Drag Race Season 4
This star-studded lineup guarantees a season filled with unforgettable moments, fierce competition, and, of course, jaw-dropping fashion. Stay tuned for a mesmerising journey through the world of Canadian drag as these queens sash-eh their way into our hearts and onto our screens.
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Canada’s Drag Race Season 4 will premiere on Crave on November 16 for Canadian viewers, it will be available to watch on BBC Three and iPlayer in the UK, and it will also be shown on WOW Presents Plus for viewers in the US and for the rest of the world.