Top 5 drag queen channels to watch on YouTube in 2021

Drag queens are conquering the global stages and online platforms alike. Thanks to RuPaul’s Drag Race, the demand for fabulous online drag content continues to grow. DRAG reveals the best drag YouTube channels you should subscribe to in 2021.

1. OnlineKyne

Image: courtesy of Kyne.

If you’re starting drag on a budget, Kyne’s tutorials and how to’s will help you get to the bottom of drag basics. The Filipino-Canadian queen covers a range of topics, such as sewing, skincare, wig styling and even maths.

2. Novympia

Image: courtesy of Nova and Olympia.

“Vlogs, comedy sketches, music and more general nonsense” – that’s how British drag queens Nova and Olympia introduce their channel. Over the years, the duo has built a devoted audience with creative challenges and viral parodies.

3. The Villbergs

Image: courtesy of The Villbergs and @jkfphoto.

This avant-garde Swedish couple has one of the most high-end drag channels on YouTube. From transformations to music videos, the duo expresses their alternative vision through polished yet wearable drag.

4. Hey Qween

Image: courtesy of Jonny McGovern.

Hosted by queer comedian Jonny McGovern and drag diva Lady Red Couture, this talk show sees LGBTQ artists share their journeys in an in-depth way. Besides, Hey Qween was the birthplace of a spooky drag competition Dragula.

5. Fallowla Ruffalo

Image: courtesy of Fallowla Ruffalo.

Ruffalo’s political satire makes her channel an underrated gem on YouTube. Her mockumentary series The Candidate follows her character’s attempts to become an MP and celebrates her quintessentially British art.