The highly anticipated episode 13 of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17 debuted on March 28, 2025, presenting fans with a captivating challenge titled “Drag Baby Mamas.” In this poignant episode, the top five queens showcased their creative talents by giving their parents glamorous drag makeovers, culminating in a celebratory family resemblance on the main stage.
This makeover task has become a staple in recent seasons, serving as a benchmark for the queens’ ability to fuse their distinctive styles with those of their family members. The episode commenced with the “Spill the T”mini challenge, which demanded that the queens reveal personal insights about one another. This segment stirred the pot, unveiling underlying tensions and preferences within the group.
Onya Nurve emerged victorious in the mini challenge, answering the most questions correctly. Following this initial challenge, each queen welcomed a parent into the Werk Room for the heart of the episode. The mothers and fathers of Sam Star, Suzie Toot, Onya Nurve, Jewels Sparkles, and Lexi Love joined their respective daughters for a transformative runway experience.
Revealing Family Dynamics: The Mini Challenge and Preparations
During the mini challenge, the queens humorously shared their thoughts, leading to predictions about who might be the next to leave. Jewels was viewed as the most likely to be eliminated, while Onya and Lexi were considered unpredictable competitors. Suzie, on the other hand, was dubbed the “beast” of the group, showing her fierce competitive spirit. Ultimately, Onya took the win.
As preparations for the runway commenced, each queen tailored her look to reflect her parent’s persona. Sam aimed for a country glam vibe, sharing a nostalgic tidbit about her mother winning a swimwear contest back in the day. Jewels opted for long nails on her dad with a dramatic reveal. Suzie crafted a charming black-and-white cartoon look for her mom, drawing inspiration from the classic Betty Boop. Meanwhile, Onya’s father boldly decided to shave his beard to “feel fabulous,” and Lexi’s mom shared an emotional moment with RuPaul, expressing unwavering support and pride as her daughter’s “biggest fan.”
This challenge sparked profound conversations between the queens and their parents, leading to reflections on topics previously left unaddressed. Suzie candidly noted that the challenge provided a unique platform to engage in meaningful discussions. Sam embraced this opportunity to reconnect with her mom on body positivity, bridging past experiences with the present.
Moreover, Suzie’s observations highlighted that not all queens enjoyed the same level of support, amplifying the variations in their personal journeys.
Runway Showdown: The Results and Bottom Two Announcement
The episode’s runway segment featured a dazzling display where each queen and their parent strutted in coordinated outfits. Sam and her mom commanded attention as “Sassy Star” in stunning blue and gold cowgirl attire, while Suzie and her mother paired up as “Queenie Toot,” sporting a delightful black-and-white cartoon theme with whimsical mouse ears. Jewels and her father graced the stage as “Salchicha Sparkles” in pastel fur ensembles.
Lexi and her mom, embodying “Mimi Lovely,” and Onya with her dad as “Nunya Bidness,” also made their marks, but not without critiques. The judges provided mixed feedback; Michelle humorously remarked that Lexi’s look seemed like “distant cousins” in appearance. Law, however, hailed Suzie’s creation as the “most fashion-forward” of the night. Unfortunately, Jewels and her father’s presentation was considered underwhelming, while Onya’s pairing faced critiques for their lack of cohesive style.
“Two young girls telling each other they look good when they don’t.”
Ultimately, RuPaul declared Sam and her mom the challenge winners, with Suzie following closely behind in second place. Lexi was deemed safe, while Jewels and Onya faced the pressure of a lip-sync battle to Amerie’s “1 Thing.” Jewels candidly acknowledged the odds stacked against her, but the performance showcased both queens’ talents, leading RuPaul to grant a double shantay, ensuring their continued journey in the competition.
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