RuPaul’s Next Act: Is He Quietly Passing the Drag Race Torch, or Keeping the Spotlight All to Himself?

March 22, 2025
RuPaul Charles, the drag world’s brightest star, is shining strong in 2025 with RuPaul’s Drag Race—and fans are hooked! Season 17 kicked off on MTV in January, dazzling with guests like Katy Perry and fresh twists. But at 64, RuPaul’s got everyone whispering: is he prepping someone to take over his glitter-dusted gig, or is he too in love with the limelight to share it? The buzz is irresistible.

With 8 Emmys under his belt, RuPaul’s made Drag Race a global hit—5 million tune in weekly for his “shantay, you stay” magic. This year’s season brings international queens and wild challenges, all wrapped in his signature charm. “He’s still got it,” judge Ross Mathews raves. But hints of change linger—sources say RuPaul’s been musing about “what’s next.” A step back, maybe?

Fans are guessing: could Michelle Visage, his longtime co-judge, be the one? “She’s his right hand,” one tweets. Or maybe a past champ like Sasha Velour’s waiting in the wings? RuPaul plays it cool, smirking, “The future’s fabulous.” Off-camera, he’s a bit of a mystery—married to Georges LeBar since 2017, chilling on a Wyoming ranch, no kids. Does he see Drag Race as his forever home, or is he dreaming bigger?

The show’s a powerhouse—spinoffs, a Vegas gig, and RuPaul’s books keep him everywhere. “He’s a one-man brand,” a fan cheers. Yet, with rivals like The Traitors nipping at his heels, is he rethinking his pace? “I’ll host ‘til the glitter runs out,” he jokes. Still, 2025 feels like a turning point—new surprises are teased, maybe a tour or a fresh face. Is he handing off the mic, or just switching up the beat?

RuPaul’s not fading—he’s vibing with drag’s golden age. “It’s about love,” he says, and fans can’t get enough. Will he share the stage, or keep dazzling solo? The answer’s still up in the air, and that’s the fun of it.