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Step Right Up! Queens Announced as CANADA’S DRAG RACE Returns for Season 6, November 20

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– The 12 drag artists from across Canada showcasing their talents this season are: Dulce, Eboni La’Belle, Hazel, Karamilk, Mya Foxx, Paolo Perfección, PM, Saltina Shaker, Sami Landri, Star Doll, Van Goth, and Velma Jones –

TORONTO (October 23, 2025) – Crave announced today the troupe of Canadian queens set to serve under the big top in Season 6 of the award-winning Crave Original series, CANADA’S DRAG RACE. Premiering Thursday, Nov. 20 at 9 p.m. ET, the nine-episode season features 12 new larger-than-life drag artists vying for the coveted title of Canada’s Next Drag Superstar.    

**Media Note: assets for CANADA’S DRAG RACE are available on The Lede HERE**  The queens of CANADA’S DRAG RACE Season 6 are:  Dulce  Age: 24 (London, ON)  Pronouns: she/her (in drag), he/him (out of drag)  Instagram: @dulcethequeen  TikTok: @dulcethequeen  X: @dulcethequeeen
  • Originally from London, ON, Dulce is a dancing diva who drives all over Ontario to entertain audiences. 
  • As Spanish is her first language, she performs Spanish songs as much as possible. 
  • At the age of 16, Dulce served six years with the Canadian Army Reserve, using her time there to advocate for queer people serving in the military. 
“I’m a high-energy, plus-sized dancing diva! I’m Canada’s spiciest import ready for the spotlight.”    Eboni La’Belle  Age: 24 (St. Catharines, ON)  Pronouns: she/her (in drag), she/her (out of drag)  Instagram: @ebonilabelle  TikTok: @ebonilabelle  X: @ebonithequeen
  • Eboni La’Belle is a good-time girl who loves making audiences laugh with her quick-witted, hilariously authentic style. 
  • In the short time that Eboni has been performing, her proudest moment is winning her hometown pageant, Miss Pride Niagara 2022-2023, along with being named Pride Niagara Ambassador. 
  • As a Trans person who has overcome many struggles, Eboni embodies strength and resilience. 
“She is ratchet meets runway, ghetto meets girly pop, and girl gone glam.”    Hazel  Age: 27 (Vancouver, BC)  Pronouns: she/her (in drag), he/him (out of drag)  Instagram: @names.hazel  TikTok: @nameshazel  X: @Names_Hazel
  • Hazel is an elite-level diver who has competed for the Canadian National Team and was recruited to Florida State University on a scholarship to compete for the school. 
  • After being introduced to Florida-style Drag, she closed her diving chapter and brought her competitive spirit back to Canada. 
  • Hazel runs a weekly show called HAZE and has performed alongside artists like RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE alum Trixie Mattel.
“Sweet, a little nutty, and always packed with flavour! I’m here to crack open the competition and leave you wanting more!”    Karamilk  Age: 25 (Toronto, ON)  Pronouns: she/her (in drag), he/him (out of drag)  Instagram: @karamilk.queen  TikTok: @karamilk.queen  X: @karamilk_queen
  • Originally hailing from Halifax, NS, Karamilk has a background in acting and musical theatre, and has spent countless hours in the dance studio.  
  • As the drag daughter of Kimmy Couture from Season 3 of CANADA’S DRAG RACE, she hopes to continue a legacy of excellence. 
  • Karamilk took home the crown in Ottawa’s Next Drag Superstar Season 1 and Absolut Empire’s Ball Season 4 and continues to perform often between Ottawa and Toronto.
“Karamilk is a talented and incredible performer, known for her humility and kindness.”    Mya Foxx  Age: 31 (Halifax, NS)  Pronouns: she/her (in drag), he/him (out of drag)  Instagram: @myafoxx_hfx  TikTok: @myafoxx
  • Representing the Maritimes and Inuit heritage, Mya Foxx is ready to bring her mix of urban fashion and Indigenous influence to the national stage. 
  • Mya twirled her way onto the stage as a backup dancer for other queens, and now she can’t wait to be the first Nova Scotian on CANADA’S DRAG RACE. 
  • She has honed her drag skills in multiple competitions like the Halifax Garden Ball, Best of Halifax Awards, and the TV series CALL ME MOTHER.
“The East Coast Inuk Diva is here, so come to the kitchen party, grab yourself a drink – we’re gonna get into it!”    Paolo Perfección  Age: 25 (Montreal, QC)  Pronouns: she/her (in drag), he/him (out of drag)  Instagram: @paoloperfeccion  TikTok: @paoloperfeccion  YouTube: @PaoloPerfeccion 
  • Paolo Perfección attended fashion school for design and makes professional grade costumes and looks. 
  • Attracting wide audiences, Paolo currently performs exclusively at straight clubs in Montréal to huge acclaim.  
  • Paolo’s got a natural ability to be pulling ANYTHING off, and audiences all over fall in love with her.
“I’m definitely a mouth – I say things that get attention. It’s just too bad I don’t know too many words.”    PM  Age: 31 (Vancouver, BC)  Pronouns: they/them (in drag), they/them (out of drag)  Instagram: @pmforagoodtime  TikTok: @pmforagoodtime
  • Starting drag to gain confidence while studying ballet, PM is now nine years into being known as a respected, revered artist in the BC scene. 
  • PM makes their mark with their insane dancing skills, unique make-up, and original approach to drag. 
  • There are no limits to PM’s drag – they can be a monster, alien, motorcycle daddy, or just a girl on the go.  
“I’m everyone’s favourite front flipping, jump splitting, high kicking alien from Vancouver!”    Saltina Shaker  Age: 29 (Ottawa, ON)  Pronouns: she/her (in drag), he/they (out of drag)  IG: @saltinashaker  TikTok: @saltinashaker  X: @saltinashaker
  • Saltina Shaker has a fresh take on the future of drag, where she believes strongly in meditation, intentionality, and the power of connecting with your inner self. 
  • After surviving a serious car accident in her teens, Saltina began using drag to fall back in love with her body, and posting about her body eventually lead to her 2.3 million followers on TikTok. Everything she’s built, from her drag to her social platform, to her performance production businesses have come from that first seed of believing in her creativity and pushing through challenges.  
“I think Canada is already rooting for me. Whether it be shows or social media, people are drawn to me. I’m someone who can mold herself into anything.”    Sami Landri  Age: 26 (Moncton, NB)   Pronouns: she/her (in drag), he/him (out of drag)  IG: @samilandri  TikTok: @samilandri
  • Sami is a major flag bearer for the Acadian drag scene and is considered a pioneer of New Brunswick drag. 
  • Since developing an online following with hundreds of thousands people, Sami has toured globally and appeared on TV several times. 
  • One of Sami’s dreams is to tour her drag in all the small, forgotten villages in Canada. 
“New Brunswick just entered the chat! I’m the chaotic Acadian that keeps popping up on your ‘for you’ page.”    Star Doll  Age: 25 (Toronto, ON)  Pronouns: she/her (in drag), he/him (out of drag)  Instagram: @itsstardoll  TikTok: @itsstardoll  X: @itsstardoll
  • Star Doll is here to make her drag mom, Suki Doll, biological single mother, and the entire Filipino community proud with stunning performances and killer looks. 
  • Since graduating from theatre school in 2021, Star has been consistently booked as a Drag entertainer, performing four to five times a week. She is a fixture at the City of Toronto’s Drag Masterclass. She loves to sing, rap, and write her own lyrics, and has written her own original song “Shiny,” streaming now.  
“The one of one IT girl of Toronto. It’s time to shine and show the world the STAR I am!”    Van Goth  Age: 27 (Toronto, ON)  Pronouns: she/her (in drag), he/him (out of drag)  IG: @itsvangoth  TikTok: @itsvangoth  X: @itsvangoth
  • With a Bachelor of Design in Fashion, Van Goth’s aesthetic is a whole mood that is guaranteed to turn heads and stand out in any crowd. 
  • As a Toronto Village staple, she performs multiple times a week and has performed all over the country, from Ottawa to Vancouver. 
  • Van Goth won Absolut Empire’s Ball Season 3 and is a two-time contender at Miss El Convento Rico.  
“Van Goth is a polished burlesque showgirl who tripped and got a little dirty. She’s got a sharp tongue and even sharper liner.”    Velma Jones  Age: 39 (Montreal, QC)  Pronouns: Velma = she/her & Johnny = he/him (in drag), she/they (out of drag)  IG: @velma.johnny_jones  TikTok:@velmajohnny.jones
  • As an AFAB (assigned female at birth) queen, Velma Jones is here to prove that representation matters. 
  • Velma placed first in Drag Moi at Cabaret Mado, and Mx Cocktail at Le Bar Cocktail, not to mention she performed at the biggest show at Montreal Pride in 2023, Drag Superstar. Always booked and busy, Velma even co-produces and co-directs CANADA’S DRAG RACE winner Gisele Lullaby’s weekly show, Full Gisèle. 
  • Velma is very passionate about supporting younger Drag artists with mentorship and education.
“I am a super powered drag artist that will do anything to make you feel as powerful as I am.”  Available in English and French, new episodes of CANADA’S DRAG RACE stream Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET on Crave. Season 6 launches simultaneously on World of Wonder’s SVOD platform WOW Presents Plus, in the U.S. and in 190 territories worldwide. Winner of 25 Canadian Screen Awards, CANADA’S DRAG RACE features top Canadian drag artists as they compete for the title of “Canada’s Next Drag Superstar” and a $100,000 grand prize. Each episode pushes them to their limits with singing, dancing, acting, impersonation, costume making, and improvisation challenges. Competitors are eliminated until one queen is left standing with the crown and sceptre. Throughout this raucous journey to the crown, the queens share personal experiences, celebrate their successes, and showcase the importance of celebrating everyone’s Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve, and Talent! In association with Crave, Season 6 of CANADA’S DRAG RACE is produced by Blue Ant Studios with World of Wonder. Executive Producers for Blue Ant Studios are Matthew Hornburg, Mark Bishop, Donna Luke, and Laura Michalchyshyn. Trevor Boris is Executive Producer/Showrunner, Lori Greenberg is Supervising Producer. Executive Producers for World of Wonder are Fenton Bailey, Randy Barbato, Tom Campbell, and RuPaul Charles. For Bell Media, Justin Stockman is Executive Producer and Vice President, Content Development & Programming. Senior Production Executive is Danielle Pearson. Sarah Fowlie is Head of Production, Original Programming. Carlyn Klebuc is General Manager, Original Programming.  

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About Bell Media Original Programming 

Bell Media has commissioned some of Canada’s most-watched and most-acclaimed English and French original programming, working with the best Canadian independent producers and global content powerhouses. Scripted series commissioned by CTV include SULLIVAN’S CROSSING, SIGHT UNSEEN, CHILDREN RUIN EVERYTHING, and ACTING GOOD; with unscripted series THE TRAITORS CANADA, MASTERCHEF CANADA, and record-breaking Canadian format THE AMAZING RACE CANADA; as well as quiz series BATTLE OF THE GENERATIONS. Crave Originals include hit series LETTERKENNY, SHORESY, THE TRADES, LATE BLOOMER, THE OFFICE MOVERS, and CANADA’S DRAG RACE; award-winning drama LITTLE BIRD; docuseries BILLIONNAIRE MURDERS, THUNDER BAY, and THE REBUILD: Inside the Montreal Canadiens; as well as dozens of acclaimed feature documentaries. Bell Media’s factual series and franchises include HIGHWAY THRU HELL, FORENSIC FACTOR, and MY PET ATE WHAT!?. Bell Media also distributes a slate of original scripted and unscripted series, including LATE BLOOMER, THE OFFICE MOVERS, MARK MCKINNEY NEEDS A HOBBY, EVOLVING VEGAN, THE MIGHTIEST, and more. Bell Media is part of BCE Inc. (TSX, NYSE: BCE), Canada’s largest communications company. Learn more at www.BellMedia.ca. 

 

​​​​About Blue Ant Studios​​​ ​​

​​​​An award-winning international production and rights management business, Blue Ant Studios’ diverse slate spans premium factual and high-impact documentaries, competition and entertainment formats, lifestyle, kids, youth and family, comedy, drama and animation, for broadcasters and streamers throughout the world. A division of Blue Ant Media (TSX: BAMI), the Studio encompasses Blue Ant Studios Productions, Insight Productions, Proper Television, and Jam Filled Entertainment. Its award-winning slate includes iconic, fan-favourite shows such as ​​Blown Away, Canada’s Drag Race, Mysteries From Above, Davey and Jonesie’s Locker, Gary & His Demons, Race Against the Tide, Top Chef Canada, Northwoods Survival, The Great Canadian Baking Show​​ and ​​Amazing Race Canada.​​ ​​​ ​

​​The Studio’s International distribution arm, Blue Ant Rights, represents over 8,000 hours of acclaimed content from Blue Ant Studios and third-party producers, maximizing rights opportunities and connecting buyers with programming that resonates with global audiences. With offices in Toronto, London, Los Angeles, New York, Miami, Ottawa, Halifax, Singapore, and Sydney, the studio is well-positioned in key markets worldwide.​​​ 

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About World of Wonder (WOW)  

World of Wonder (WOW) has reshaped international pop culture, earning 33 Emmys, inspiring two Oscars, creating global network WOW Presents Plus across 190 territories, and bringing drag culture to the world stage via RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE and DragCon. SVOD WOW Presents Plus, the exclusive home to the global DRAG RACE franchise and hundreds of WOW Original series, saw 35M hours of content watched in 2023 with 77% subscriber growth in the same year. WOW’s pioneering television portfolio includes other smash-hit franchises like MILLION DOLLAR LISTING. Their film division WOW Docs produces groundbreaking documentaries including MAPPLETHORPE: LOOK AT THE PICTURES, PARTY MONSTER, and THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE. WOW also operates YouTube channel WOWPresents, music label World of Wonder Records, the WOW Podcast Network, and year-round international live events. Co-founders Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato have been profiled in Variety’s Reality TV Impact Report and Hollywood Reporter’s Most Powerful Producers in Unscripted. Honours for their trailblazing work include the IDA Pioneer Award, Realscreen’s Global 100 list, Banff’s Impact Award, and the OUT 100. In 2022, World of Wonder was ranked #2 among film and TV powerhouses in Fast Company’s World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies.  

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