Get ready for wild performances, backstage drama, and fierce competition! Meet the queens of Drag Race Down Under Season 4 as they share their craziest moments on stage and more.
The new season of Drag Race Down Under is set to premiere on Stan, Friday, November 1, with a lineup of 10 queens from Australia and New Zealand competing for the title of “Down Under’s Next Drag Superstar.” Hosted by Michelle Visage, this season promises a mix of standout performances and fierce competition.
Watch our video interview with several of the contestants at a launch event this week below:
Here’s a look at all the queens ready to take the stage:
Brenda Bressed (@brenda_bressed) – Melbourne’s camp performer with a background in musical theatre and a finalist on The Voice Australia.
Freya Armani (@freyaarmani) – A Brisbane-based queen bringing competitive dance skills and a passion for diversity.
Karna Ford (@karnaford) – Sydney’s high-energy performer known for winning the Slay 2 Stay competition and her WorldPride appearance.
Lazy Susan (@mslazysusan) – A comedy queen from Melbourne, known for her unique drag aesthetic and sold-out comedy festival performances.
Lucina Innocence (@lucinainnocence) – Auckland’s tall queen, recognised for her live singing and wig styling skills.
Mandy Moobs (@mandymoobs) – Brisbane’s experienced costumier, with her designs already gracing the Drag Race main stage.
Max Drag Queen (@maxdragqueen) – Melbourne’s stunt queen, with a history of winning drag competitions and performing in national campaigns.
Nikita Iman (@nikitaiman) – Originally from Auckland, now based in Sydney, this Samoan queen brings ballroom culture to the competition.
Olivia Dreams (@oliviadreamsnz) – A pop performer from Wellington, focused on creating inclusive drag spaces in her community.
Vybe (@itsjustvybe) – A veteran of Sydney’s drag scene, performing for over 13 years at major venues and events.
You can catch all the action when the new season kicks off on Stan.
Interviews: @samprins.
Editing: @bengrubb.
Production assistance: @finnparsonage.
Editor’s note: GSN’s editor works for a company that owns Stan.
Ben Grubb is the founder and editor of Gay Sydney News, an independent publication covering LGBTQIA+ news. A journalist with more than 15 years' experience, he has reported and edited for The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, WAToday, Brisbane Times, The Australian Financial Review, News.com.au, ZDNet, TelecomTimes and iTnews, primarily on the topic of technology. He previously hosted The Informer, a queer current affairs program on Melbourne’s JOY 94.9 radio station, and contributes to LGBTQIA+ media including Stun Magazine. Ben has also appeared as a technology commentator on Channel Ten's The Project, ABC RN’s Download This Show and commercial radio stations 2UE, 2GB and 6PR. Contact Ben: ben.grubb@gaysydneynews.com.au
