Stories of Success: The Fiercest Queens Who Graced Rupaul’s Drag Race

Starting out in the early 90s, Raja has wowed audiences with sassy comments and exceptional contouring skills. Before competing in RuPaul’s show in 2011, she worked as a makeup artist for nine cycles on America’s Next Top Model, creating runway-worthy looks for many prominent models including Tyra Banks.

After winning Season 3 of Drag Race, she went on to guest star in four more episodes and several spinoffs, and even landed a cameo in The Simpsons! One of her singles, Diamond Crowned Queen, topped the charts at #35 in 2011. You go, gurl! After making a name for herself on the makeup artist scene, she’s currently one of the most prominent faces in the industry.