This is how Pinoy drag queens look out of drag
In 2022, Filipino drag queens went mainstream since the airing of the Philippine version of 'Rupaul's Drag Race,' which is already known in the world.
Precious Paula Nicole, whose real name is Rodolfo Hontiveros Gabriel II, was declared the grand winner in Drag Race Philippines, hosted by longtime 'Eat Bulaga' host Paolo Ballesteros.
Following Drag Race Philippines was an all-Filipino original drag pagentry title 'Drag Den' hosted by Filipino-American drag queen Manila Luzon, who rose to fame after joining the third season of 'RuPaul's Drag Race.'
As extravagant as they are on stage as drag queens, they are still themselves in when they are not performing on stage and entertains the public.
Check out their looks when they are out of drag in this gallery.
Manila Luzon
Filipino-American drag queen Manila Luzon, whose real name is Karl Philip Michael Westerberg, gained international attention after joining the third season of 'RuPaul's Drag Race.' Manila then hosted the All-Filipino original drag pageantry 'Drag Den.'
Precious Paula Nicole
Precious Paula Nicole, whose real name is Rodolfo Hontiveros Gabriel II, is the grand winner of the inaugural season of 'Drag Race Philippines.'
Marina Summers
Marina Summers was the first runner-up of the first season of 'Drag Race Philippines.' Marina's name came from her love for the beach.
Eva Le Queen
Eva Le Queen was a contestant in 'Drag Race Philippines.' Before joining the competition, she was the first runner-up in Singapore's Drag It Out All-Stars competition, only four months after she started doing drag. Currently, Eve Le Queen is part of the GMA Telebabad series 'The Write One.'
Minty Fresh
Minty Fresh, whose real name is Min Ortiz, is one of the contestants of the first season of 'Drag Race Philippines.' Aside from being a drag queen, she is also a model, designer, pop singer, make-up artist, and performer.
Brigiding
Known for her extravagant looks and show-stopping performances, Brigiding is one of the contestants of 'Drag Race Philippines.' Aside from doing drag shows, she is also the co-founder of Drag Playhouse PH, a drag contest and entertainment provider in the Philippines.
Viñas Deluxe
A contestant in 'Drag Race Philippines,' Viñas Deluxe started doing drag while she was still studying at university. With a background in theater, it helped her harness her wit, performance, and comedic skills.
Lady Morgana
Lady Morgana started doing drag in 2004. A contestant in 'Drag Race Philippines,' she was voted Miss Congeniality by her fellow drag queens.