The final critiques were poignant and meaningful. I would've had a lot more to say on that yesterday, when they were posted, but the words are escaping me now. Either way, I'm super thankful to be here, and the judges panel's words meant a lot to me.
And now, girls-- Carrie and Scarlett, before it ends, I'm just glad to have made it this far with you two, and I wish the best for everyone, regardless of the outcome.
My gym playlist today, in honor of this game coming to an end:
RuPaul - Glamazon
Kylie Minogue - Get Outta My Way
Mariah Carey - Triumphant (Pulse Club Mix)
Ke$ha - Your Love Is My Drug
Cher - Strong Enough
Robyn - Dancing On My Own
Jess Glynne - Don't Be So Hard On Yourself
Britney Spears - Seal It With A Kiss
Nelly Furtado - Do It
Whitney Houston - I'm Your Baby Tonight
Kyle Minogue - Love At First Sight
RuPaul - Born Naked
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Originally posted by keshaspearsxo
They don't deliver here either fml I feel the depression sinking in
Do you live in the middle of the desert or something?
Chanel: You are a ****ing handful bitch, lord was this game a rollercoaster for you. I mean, looking at the chart you bulldozed the competition. For a while in that long period of SAFE's I thought you lost it and would burn out but here we are. You definitely have the dedication for the crown and the talents to back it up. You're also definitely the most divisive of the girls and you have that precise blend of annoyance that gets people talking but not enough to make them hate you. I'm not reading you though, I'm like that too. But you were already a winner before you joined this game, you don't need my approval. I actually see myself a lot in you.
Having this start off my own critiques made me burst out laughing. Scarlett and I have said "You are a ****ing handful bitch" to each other about a few dozen times since this was posted. You & pears were the only judges I actually knew & got along with (?) before this began, and seeing your critiques meant a lot to me. Thank you for all of this.
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Originally posted by Citrus
Chanel DiAngelo – Your look is the most representative of your character, it’s astounding, really. The wig choice didn’t sit well with me at first, but I warmed to it a bit. What a look queen. Your speech came across as the most commanding and conversational, an impressive dichotomy to accomplish. It felt important to you and we got to hear you address all of your issues in this competition. Your growth in this game parallels the progress you are making in the real world, and that is incredibly inspiring. I am so excited by the changes I have seen in you over the course of this tournament, going from fighting with nearly everyone to winning more challenges than anyone else this season. You’ve truly left a run to be jealous of, and I hope you’re as proud of your work as I am. Congratulations, whatever the outcome.
Whew, thank the LORD that the internet doesn't have budget restraints or else I'd probably look a little busted. But these outfits are legit stuff I would wear; I wouldn't go out in drag unless I'd have myself perfected. I'd save up for that ****. And this was definitely a time to bring it and show you what I'm made of, so I'm glad I was able to do that and have it received well. This competition, as I've said, means a lot to me, and at times it felt like you were the only one on the panel who saw that (no shade towards the others), and that's meant just as much to me. Thank you, so much.
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Originally posted by TheOnlyOne
Chanel -
I see what you mean in this coming off as basic to some. But classic is not basic. This is a real fashion moment and feels like you've stepped into a new (and better) portion of your drag character. This is giving me genuine Holly Golightly does high grand drag. And trust, that is a much better style icon over Emma Roberts. My one criticism is that your wig felt a bit much for this ensemble. It is such an elegant look that I feel would've been better served with an updo or something that doesn't compete with the volume of your dress.
Your passion and immense love for this game and drag in general has been both your biggest strength and your biggest hinderance in the competition. It's undoubtable that you have always been the one who wants this the most, who would get the most out of the win and probably do the most with it. But you've also let your tunnel vision for this win affect your behavior and your actions. Can I really crown a queen who disrespected the judging process? Can I really crown a queen who threatened to quit this game? Did Pearl really only bring 3 shoes with her to season 7?
You've been such a confusing person to me. And I've loved it. I suppose the reason for my meltdowns with you, both in this game and out of it, and even before it with the actual Drag Race, was because you had this cold distance and perfect taste to you that I wish I could live up to, and it always felt like I was an embarrassment whenever I tried to live up to that and I failed and was scorned by you one way or another. I felt defeated. And to finally have some kind of praise from you is such a magical thing. Your admiration for my outfit last challenge and then my look this round (even with that giant wig; I'd do an updo, but I'm not Audrey Hepburn/Holly Golighty and Chanel would probably end up looking like some old republican woman with an updo) has been such a wonder. And I completely understand your critiques for why you may be against me winning, but, hey! I didn't quit, I'm still here, and Violet attacked Michelle for judging her, too! Thank you for, even when I didn't see it in the midst of my emotional meltdowns, being a good judge and putting up with my ****. Just, thank you.
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Originally posted by DripDrip
Chanel -
I always knew you would end up a finalist. I saw the hunger in your eyes from day one and you ate everything you could in this competition. You really fought and I mean, fought your way to get here. Some people may make it seem like you breezed through, but I disagree. You worked just as hard if no harder to constantly prove yourself. You seemed to attract the most negative critique compared to the other two and were often doubted by others and each time you proved them wrong. When I first judged you Ep 1, I mentioned how creative you were, and this has always been something I admired about you.
You have 1001 ideas brain storming in your head, and you always leave me waiting and wanting more from you. You made your leaps and hurdles and you got past any obstacle you had to get here, and for that I salute you. Is your bold personality and sometimes quick temper holding you back? Perhaps, but I don’t think it’s gonna stop you. You always excel in front of the others, and even in your final runway, your look was the best and your speech had the passion and confidence I wanted from you. I salute you Chanel, good job.
While I said something similar to Citrus, I think you've been the most clear about seeing something in me out of all of these judges. I always had your support even in messy times, and whenever I came to talk to you, you were there, you were comforting, and you listened. I wish I'd done that with the rest of the judges, but I probably would've gotten on their nerves... Or I already did. Oops. But anyway, you've been such an inspiration and a motivation to me, and I'll never forget this. I'm so thankful for it.
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Originally posted by keshaspearsxo
Chanel
It's quite interesting seeing these outfits choices because it appears y'all certainly have images of this creation or being in your minds and to finally see it as a judge is quite funny because they aren't particularly what I'd imagine. I'm just glad you chose a nice puffed out dress you can hide your horrible personality in rather than something slim.
Your speech was powerful. To hear your genuine inner thoughts in such depth is really wonderful. You didn't have to bring up your chart run or something, which I expected, but this is really quite touching and I enjoy this side to you because I think it's something I haven't witnessed before. You certainly let yourself be vulnerable but this like, actually makes me care. So well done.
In general my favourite part of you competing has been getting to see your personality. You're really quite interesting. And I'm not talking about Chanel, I mean you personally. You talk quite openly, and it's almost the kind of charisma that a real drag superstar would have in a kind of Adore sense, of course not in the exact same way because you're very different, but hopefully you understand what I mean.
I may have said TOO was confusing, but that's an aloof, detached kind of confusion. You are a meth-bombed acid trip on ecstasy in a house of mirrors kind of confusion, and some days I love it, and some days it pisses me off, but I know at the end of the day, it's entirely valid and totally fitting here. I never knew what to expect from your critiques, but that always kept me on my toes in the best of ways. I wish I could show you more of who I am when I'm on my A-game, emotionally, rather than at such a confusing and emotional time in my life while also in this competition that became a metaphor for that. I'm thankful to have had your critiques, along with everyone else's.
You've all come a long way, and the growth you've all shown is astounding. But, as we know, there can only be one winner, and while it breaks my heart to send two of you home, it must be done.
Scarlett LaPierre,
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I'm sorry my dear, but this moment is not yours. But don't forget what you've accomplished in this competition. You'll always leave a bright red warmth in our hearts. Now,
That leaves two queens left before me.
Carrie Messiah, you've been a savior to all of us with your wonderful work, from the way you wrote your way to the top or showed you're a master of mimicry. Chanel DiAngelo, you've swept the competition away from the beginning with four wins under your belt. But I can only crown one.
The winner...
is...
Weslina Spice!
Condragulations, baby. You may have been ruled out by the others, but the judges saw your spark by the end and we all knew it was appropriate you'd win. You've won the title of ATRL's Next Drag Superstar, along with television show for the ATRL Network, and no money since we ran out of it paying the mods to leave this thread alone. Go spice up the plain dishes of the world, my love. Now prance!
Carrie Messiah and Chanel DiAngelo, I'm sorry but you both proved you aren't worthy of this crown. Try again next time!
You've all tried so hard, and while 19 of you didn't try hard enough, that one spectacular one made up for the rest of you.
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