The iconic Tammie Brown, best known for her standout performance on the first season of RuPaul’s Drag Race, has once again made headlines after recounting the moment she confronted RuPaul in a new interview. In a scene that has been hailed as one of the most unforgettable in the franchise, RuPaul pokes fun at Brown’s performance in a reunion episode of the show. Brown, however, stands her ground and calls out the judges and fashion designer Santino Rice for their bullying behaviour.
Rice was a member of the Drag Race judging panel for the first six seasons of the show, but mysteriously disappeared after season six aired. Though neither Rice nor RuPaul have ever discussed the reasons for his departure publicly, some believe it may have been the result of fan complaints. Tammie also expressed her distaste for RuPaul’s use of fracking on his ranch.
Brown has been known for her unconventional and hilarious takes on Drag Race, making her a fan favourite. In the new interview, she explains that she was particularly upset by the way the judges critiqued her, and the way they treated other contestants. Despite being criticised by some fans for her confrontational attitude towards RuPaul, Tammie has continued to be a beloved figure in the drag community.
