RuPaul's Drag Race is set for a 19th season on MTV, with its companion series Untucked also coming back alongside the new run, Thatgrapejuice reports.
- August 17, 2026
AceShowbiz - RuPaul's Drag Race is set for a 19th season on MTV, with its companion series Untucked also coming back alongside the new run, Thatgrapejuice reports. This renewal underscores the franchise’s ongoing popularity and expanding footprint in reality television.
Deadline further confirms that the renewal announcement includes both the main series and Untucked, emphasizing the continued partnership between MTV and the show's production team. Additionally, Paramount+ has greenlit a 12th season of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars, with The Hollywood Reporter noting that a ninth season of the All Stars’ Untucked spinoff has also been ordered. Thatgrapejuice adds that Season 18 of RuPaul's Drag Race notably increased its ratings by 19% in the key 18-49 demographic and ranked among the top three cable series of 2026 so far.
RuPaul's Drag Race originally debuted in 2009 and has become a staple of reality competition television, produced by World of Wonder Productions. The show features a rotating panel of judges including Michelle Visage alongside RuPaul, whose engaging hosting earned him his 11th consecutive Emmy nomination this year. The series has secured a total of 11 Emmy nods this season alone and has previously won Outstanding Reality Competition Program multiple times, cementing its status as a cultural touchstone in the entertainment landscape.
The decision to renew both the main series and its companion shows reflects the franchise’s strong fan engagement and its ability to evolve while maintaining loyal viewership. With casting and premiere details for Season 19 yet to be revealed, the continuation of Untucked alongside the main show promises fans an inside look at the drama and camaraderie that has become integral to the series’ appeal.
This article is based on reporting originally published by Thatgrapejuice.