During the season 15 reunion of RuPaul’s Drag Race, Princess Poppy paid homage to the show’s inaugural season by recreating one of its most iconic looks. The queen donned a yellow strap top and jeans reminiscent of Rebecca Glasscock’s entrance look from season one, which left a distinct impression on fans and contestants alike.
Rebecca Glasscock, the season one runner-up, may have stepped back from the spotlight, but Javier Rivera, the artist behind the drag persona, took to Instagram to give Princess Poppy’s tribute the definitive seal of approval. Fans also expressed their adoration for Rivera and Glasscock, with season two alumna Jessica Wild declaring, “We need Rebecca Glasscock back!!!”
Princess Poppy’s tribute wasn’t the only memorable aspect of the season 15 reunion. The queen also attended the finale’s red (pink) carpet in a reference to Regina George’s prom dress/back brace from Mean Girls.
While Princess Poppy was eliminated early in the competition, her tribute to Rebecca Glasscock’s iconic look is a testament to the enduring impact of Drag Race on the world of drag. Fans and contestants alike continue to pay homage to the show’s legendary queens, and Princess Poppy’s tribute is the latest example of this enduring love and admiration.
As the finale of RuPaul’s Drag Race season 15 airs on MTV in the US, fans around the world eagerly await the next season and the next batch of queens who will take the stage and make their mark on the world of drag.