RuPaul Andre Charles, also known as RuPaul, is a multitalented personality known for his work as a drag queen, television personality, actor, singer, producer, and author.
He was involved in every aspect of the project, serving as producer, host and judge on the hit reality competition show, RuPaul’s Drag Race.
His diverse talents and charisma made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
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- Full name: RuPaul Andre Charles
- Stage name: RuPaul
- Date of Birth: November 17, 1960
- Age: 63
- Birthplace: San Diego, California, USA
- Country: United States
- Occupation: American drag queen, television personality, actor, singer, producer, and author
- Height: 1.93 m
- Parents: Ernestine Charles and Irving Charles
- Siblings: Renetta Charles, Roxy Charles and Renea Charles
- Spouse: Georges LeBar
- Children: None
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $60 million
Early life and education
RuPaul Andre Charles, also known as RuPaul, was born on November 17, 1960, in San Diego, California, USA. He was raised by his parents Ernestine Charles and Owen Charles. He grew up with three siblings: sisters Reneta Charles, Roxie Charles and Renya Charles.
RuPaul grew up in a Catholic family and attended Patrick Henry High School. He and his sister Reneta both studied performing arts in Atlanta, honing their skills and passion for entertainment.
Profession
RuPaul Andre Charles, also known simply as RuPaul, began his drag career in Atlanta in the 1980s.
He then moved to New York City, where he made his mark by performing in nightclubs, Gong and drum performance and MTV, and hosted various shows such as The RuPaul Show, RuPaul stars in Gay Gamesand AJ and the Queen (He also stars in the show on Netflix).
Besides hosting, RuPaul has also appeared in many TV shows, e.g. Female Boss and Big City Alleysand even for The Simpsons.
RuPaul is a multi-talented artist who has achieved significant success in a variety of creative fields. In addition to being a famous drag queen, he has also made a name for himself in music, acting, and writing.
His music career spanned three decades and 15 studio albums, including the hit single “Supermodel of the World” which became an international sensation in the early 1990s.
In addition to music, RuPaul has appeared in more than 50 films and television shows, showcasing his acting skills in a variety of genres. He has also written four books, including his autobiography Enjoy.
RuPaul’s overall impact extends beyond his artistic achievements, as he is considered a major influencer in the LGBTQ+ community. Through his work, he has promoted self-expression, acceptance, and drag culture to a global audience.
His contributions did not go unnoticed as he won numerous awards and solidified his status as a cultural icon and a force in the entertainment industry.
Awards and nominations
RuPaul received the following honors:
- Primetime Emmy Awards:
- He holds the record for the most wins in the “Outstanding Competition Program Host” award (14 times).
- The most awarded person of color in Emmy Awards history.
- It also won Outstanding Competition Program and Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program. RuPaul’s Drag Race.
- Other awards:
- Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Reality TV Host.
- Five Producers Guild of America Awards.
- Won two Billboard Music Awards for “Supermodel (You Better Work)”.
- Tony Award for Best Producer of a Musical Strange cycle On Broadway.
- Nominated for many awards including the MTV Movie & TV Awards and the GLAAD Media Awards.
RuPaul’s Drag Race Awards:
- 27 Primetime Emmy Award nominations, including Outstanding Competition Program.
- Three Producers Guild of America Awards.
- Nominated for six MTV Movie & TV Awards, including Best Host.
- BAFTA Television Award Nominations RuPaul’s Drag Race UK.
- Canadian Screen Awards Winners Canadian Drag Show.
social media
- Instagram: @rupaulofficial
- Facebook account: RuPaul
- Twitter account: @RuPaulsDragRace
personal life
RuPaul Andre Charles is an American drag queen, actor, model, singer, songwriter and television personality, and is married to Australian rancher Georges LeBar.
They met in 1994 and married in 2017. Their marriage is unique because their relationship is open, allowing each other the freedom to have romantic or sexual relationships outside of marriage.
The couple currently splits their time between their Los Angeles home and their 60,000-acre ranch in Wyoming. However, their ranch has been the subject of controversy for leasing mineral rights and water resources to oil companies and allowing hydraulic fracturing on the land.
This has raised concerns about the environmental impact and the couple’s stance on issues related to climate change.
Record/Movie Works
Discography
RuPaul has released over 15 studio albums, including:
- World Supermodel (1993)
- Fox Lady (1996)
- Hahaha (1997)
- Red Hot (year 2004)
- champion (Year 2009)
- Glamazon (year 2011)
- Born Naked (Year 2014)
- American (2017)
- Black Buta (2023)
Filmography
RuPaul has appeared in more than 50 films and television shows, including:
- Crockerlin (1994)
- The Brady Bunch Movie (the year 1995)
- To Huang Fu, thank you for everything! Julie Newmar (the year 1995)
- But I’m a cheerleader (1999)
- RuPaul’s Drag Race (Since 2009)
- AJ and the Queen (2020)
net worth
RuPaul Andre Charles is a famous drag queen, actor, singer and television personality who rose to fame in the 1990s.
He has served as host, judge and executive producer of the hit reality show RuPaul’s Drag Race since 2009. With his success in the entertainment industry, various sources estimate RuPaul’s net worth to be around $60 million.
