Drag Race Is Sticking Around for Season 16 on MTV
The iconic reality show isn't going anywhere.
For nearly two decades, RuPaul's Drag Race has stood as one of the most popular reality shows on network television. Not only has it broken barriers in terms of LGBTQ+ representation, but it has also consistently delivered excitement and positivity in spades. So, when MTV acquired the rights to produce and release the show's 15th season, fans were elated to see their favourite program getting a more substantial budget and broader exposure.
However, once the season premiered on the network, some fans expressed disappointment, arguing that the shorter running time of the episodes had an adverse impact on the chemistry between the queens.
Nevertheless, the 15th season boasted the best ratings Drag Race has seen in years, confirming that the show remains a fixture in the entertainment landscape. The only downside was that fans had to wait a bit longer for the final confirmation of the show's renewal, as MTV decided to take their time to confirm DragRace's next season.
Yes, it's finally official: MTV has renewed RuPaul's Drag Race for a 16th season. While the release date and contestant names remain under wraps, fans are eager to see RuPaul evaluate a new cohort of queens.
It hardly came as a surprise when fans learned about MTV's decision to renew Drag Race for another season, with many noting that the reality show is the only reason some viewers watch the channel in the first place.
'Least surprising thing ever but still fantastic news. I honestly don't see the show stopping before season 30, only question would be who replaces Ru,' a fan noted.
Overall, the general sentiment is one of jubilation. Fans are thrilled that RuPaul and the queens will be back for another season. Drag Race is not just one of the most entertaining reality shows available, but it also stands as a crucial platform for the LGBTQ+ community. Many hope it remains on air for many more years, if not decades.
'Good! Drag Race was one of the first tv shows I saw that explicitly caters to the LGBTQ community and puts them at the centre. It's such a fun and silly show and really highlights drag as a true art form and lets the artists' creativity and comedic skills shine through. It's awesome!' another fan commented.
Source: Reddit.