Behind the Scenes with 'Drag Race' Star Jaida Essence Hall | Cover Shoot | Entertainment Weekly

[@TheBatManiac]

The fact that *some* people didn’t think Jaida should have won her season is WILD to me… like S12 is one of the best seasons ever and she slaughtered the challenges

[@waddledeedeee]

season 12 is one of the best seasons of the show n half of it is bc of both jaida n heidi

[@goliaboi]

LOVE her, but Gigi is absolutely winner material as well. Glad Jaida won though!

[@TheBatManiac]

@@goliaboi idk, I loved Gigi and she killed it, but she never felt like a winner to me. I think she needed to grow a little more in certain areas, whereas jaida was extremely versatile already & had that aura about her!

[@ytscrownjewell]

When the promos came out I instantly was like "That's the winner". And then she practically got a standing ovation when she walked in then proceeded to win the first challenge. It was clear from the start.

[@icydelight3693]

@@TheBatManiac well tbf Gigi never truly bombed a challenge, she’s also very versatile. She did great in the fashion challenges, she did well in comedy challenges (she even won Snatch Game), she did well in the acting challenges and she killed it in the 2 Rusicals (her Madonna was great, both in the vocals and in the choreo). Even her lipsyncs were good, even if she’s not a professional dancer. To be that good at 21 years old is winner material to me. Jaida was also versatile and she had some hiccups (the comedy improvisation for instance) as well. Overall both Gigi and Jaida were winner material if we are talking about versatility and talent. Then it’s true that Gigi has time to mature and become more aware of certain topics (for instance politics), but she’s already well-rounded as a drag Queen.

[@Himmel-Himmel]

Jaida is like your hot lesbian aunt that you can’t take anywhere cause she’s so charismatic that she shows you up! My favorite winner! 🖤

[@gobstopper3041]

Yes, the lesbiana energy is so accurate. Your mind!

[@annissa5356]

Gay uncle*

[@jeibal02]

Mine too

[@DarlingMissDarling]

@@annissa5356 relax, girl.

[@christopheremanuelhernande8628]

Jaida has that something that makes her a super star. She’s down to earth, beautiful, fun, I just love her ❤️

[@ANDY-ie7nh]

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[@christopheremanuelhernande8628]

@@ANDY-ie7nh who?

[@DarlingMissDarling]

She's one of my absolute fave RU girls. 👏👏👏

[@christopheremanuelhernande8628]

@@DarlingMissDarling mine as well! I was rooting from her since the introduction of the queens prior to the season. Her fierce look, those eyes that showed she was THE B, her personality. It’s sad to see how many people sent her hate because their favorite didn’t win

[@JeremyMYG]

Jaida getting emotional when talking about specific topics really touches my heart. I adore her. All the love to the essence of beauty, the essence of winning, Miss Jaida Essence Hall.

[@blaisepotvien2785]

Wow the poem at the end 😍

[@benjiiuler]

Shea and Jaida is THE FRIENDSHIP. I love love love this girls

[@emmarasmith7084]

Jaida is pure black excellence

[@FreshGirl3000]

I love her being vulnerable, such a queen! And you can always tell stuff means a lot to her, like having that sisterhood, being a good person, the support from the fans...

[@kellielaine5011]

During her reign, she came to our first big Pride in Jackson, MS. It was pretty small-scale, and she was so gracious and still gave all her energy in the performance, acknowledging on the mic that she was there to support. Really appreciated her for that.

[@amishills]

My favorite. Ever. Underrated icon. I hope she slays this season

[@incntnito4379]

She deserves this so much - I can’t believe how underrated she is #TeamJaida

[@ArtemisMoon12]

Jaida being on the brink of tears for a good chunk of this video? Same. Feel your feels! I love her so much.

[@brew_stew]

no bc imagine being in your living room and hearing Charlie XCX start blaring from your upstairs neighbor and then a sound of elephants stomping starts and it’s just casually your neighbor fighting for 100k virtually online for national television. that’s so camp. jaida!!!!!

[@lalo7645]

HAHAHA YESSS AN ICON

[@ytscrownjewell]

Charli XCX? You mean Ciara and Destiny's Child?

[@gee1271]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 the image is sending me

[@jessicabw]

one of my favorite things about Jaida is learning how flipping goofy she is lol love our S12 queen!

[@stinso6490]

Omg give her the crown for that interview alone ❤️

[@danielcullens5281]

She’s incredibly underrated she deserves the WORLD

[@BrenC627]

Who else can’t wait to count the number of times she says “chiiiiild” this season? I love her so much. ❤️

[@JeremyMYG]

I'm picturing Muniz preparing the Blair St. Clair inserts right now.

[@yankenji]

She’s such a genuine good person. All the love to Jaida!

[@bachumiah119]

That melanin is GLOWINGGGGG

[@RobinPochita]

I cannot fathom how much I adore this queen right here 😩

[@archieharding2042]

Jaida is my favourite queen of all time. I love her so much. Can’t wait to see this season!

[@brandonryan6080]

I cry every time she cries 😢 get it together Jaida

[@Jboops]

Jaida is soooo beautiful and so sweet I love her and her n Shea bonding is everything 🥰

[@usernameformychannel]

Her soul is so beautiful!

[@kikint9545]

Sorry but Jaida is, by far, the most beautiful Drag Queen I’ve ever seen !!! She’s beaten for the Gods !!! OMG 😱😱😱 She’s so beautiful in and out ! A joy to listen and watch ❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰

[@boyroyboy226]

Wow, such candor and what a huge heart! You are a winner, Jaida Essence Hall! QUEEN!

[@maycoleman7348]

I love her, she’s like one of the most personable winners ever! And she takes all the gigs and is accessible to all the fans!

[@HausMonsoon]

She's sooooo sweet! 🥺❤

[@mickydale8594]

I love jaida...love love love..perfect from the minute I seen her.❤❤

[@bryandetweiler6684]

I think we have our winner. Also, imagine being so good that one of the first calls to an all stars cast from your season is the winner. Iconic.

[@ellamayothethird906]

god she is just…ethereal. Such a beautiful soul :)

[@J-D1995]

Jaida is the most beautiful queen to grace rupauls drag race…fact! 💅🏻She comes across so graceful too, one of my absolute favourites 😍👑

[@ytscrownjewell]

Personable, charming, down to Earth, talented, real, impeccable taste, absolutely stunning, an amazing performer. There aren't enough good things to say about Jaida Essence Hall.

[@kirac.7368]

Jaida is such a genuine sweet goofball!! How can you not love her.

[@Viet_bear]

Jaida is that queen and this all stars you’ll see it.

[@jaxvelour3727]

Love love love Jaida! Loved her since her Meet the Queens on season 12 and I KNOW she's gonna slay All Stars 7.

[@catfishes77]

So excited to see her runways! Love Jaida so much

[@tastyanagram]

Someone forgot to update the description! 🙈 Jaida Essence Hall is everything. This video was so moving. I can't wait to see more of her on the season!

[@DonaTarte]

God I adore her, so much 😭😭💜

[@Jayjay_07]

Jaida has that special something, that star quality, but still seems like a super down to earth and approachable person. She deserves a second crown 😍

[@sofiarestifo6413]

Jaida is such a talented human being with a beautiful heart!! She is amazing❤️

[@hermescoelhoneto]

I love her so much. Jaida is a true winner and has such a beautiful soul.

[@lenny1980]

I LOVE JAIDA!!!! Such a beautiful human being

[@johnb7104]

I love how she shows emotions, made me love her. X

[@daniel6678]

god I love jaida to the moon and back. I love all the queens in this cast but I ADORE jaida.

[@kbgkjsad]

Jaida is always going to be a star.

[@minamiku1475]

Jaida crying makes me want to cry. She's such a passionate and heartful queen. 💖👑

[@albertodelgadomorales9838]

She is just a sweetheart with a big gold soul...she deserves everything

[@vryllebrian]

jaida looked like a fucking goddessss , obsessed

[@Tyler-hh3hv]

I love her so much she’s so sweet

[@unknown-ci3cx]

this is why she's my favorite queen💞

[@jmill09]

Jaida the trade of every season lol ❤😂

[@hayyaanhussain]

Jaida's skin is looking so soft and supple and gorgeous

[@DarlingMissDarling]

I heard this in Heidi's voice! 😂👏👏👏

[@hayyaanhussain]

@@DarlingMissDarling FINALLY someone realised what I was going for

[@DarlingMissDarling]

@@hayyaanhussain 😘💕💅

[@ruthquetant7375]

Love Jaidia💖‼

[@class.act__9915]

Looooveeeeeeee Jaida ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@erinrodgersStoryCoach]

Her heart is as beautiful as her face. Love, love, love Jaida

[@hayyaanhussain]

Jaida Essence Hall is out here Jaida Essence Halling ❤️

[@stevenclemons1]

As someone who also speaks in run-on sentences, I see you and i feel you Jaida! Lol

[@bluestacheandego]

shes so funny i love her

[@tankbambi]

God I love Jaida, such a beautiful soul.

[@domyboji]

Cannot wait for her to be back on our screens!! Favourite winner ❤ *the* essence of beauty

[@danielcullens5281]

Been WAITING FOR THIS!!!

[@ezrielgelbfish]

they released everyone else's but jaida's i kept refreshing the page

[@morganband5711]

She exudes winner energy

[@mimibanana5615]

I love this queen so much wow. Such a beautiful insight and energy from her in this interview. 💕

[@offbalanceg]

Jaida is one of my favorite winners. She just has that something extra, & she has it all & then some.

[@BooMamaDrama]

Jaida is a glamorous, talented & special queen. I hate that the pandemic kinda overshadowed her win & hurt some opportunities to work, travel & meet her fans. So happy she is getting another chance for the fandom to fall in love with her even more than before & I hope she goes far!

[@atolm1]

Utterly beautiful inside and out, love her!

[@BlinkyB23]

I love Jaida. She is such a genuine, gorgeous queen and person. And so talented and vulnerable. I watched her season when I was on vacation in Italy...And it sounds kinda weird but, when I see her, I think of this beautiful time in my life when I visited such a beautiful place - for the first time ever, I had never gone on such a trip before - and wound down by watching her season at night in my hotel in Como. It occupies a special place in my memories. Also her look is so beautiful in this! Very Renaissance ;) Beautiful queen. Rooting for you, Jaida!

[@NileSings]

Jaida is so sincere and beautiful🥲🥲 A QUEEN

[@DantesflameX]

I love her so much 😩 like love isn’t the word. I see myself in her so much

[@Sunshine-zm1fx]

Man, I am loving this series. I never watch Entertainment Weekly, but here I am! These are really fantastic!

[@andrescontt8906]

Jaida is the essence of a true winner I just want her to be happy

[@nh-wq6sw]

Jaida omg 😭😭😭

[@alikhatab614]

Oh, Jaida. Ur so beautiful and lovely.

[@rachaeljones4731]

Jaida is an incredible person.

[@TheGiftyK]

We love you, Jaida.

[@TheSky996]

I wasnt so sure if I was happy about her winning, but after seeing her at the Werq The World tour, I completly see the charisma, uniqueness, nerve & talent! Can't wait to see her on AS7!

[@markroman8226]

i’m so excited for jaida. she deserves a full reign that isn’t from home

[@marqueamore8467]

The essence of beauty get into it.

[@winterkeptuswarm]

Team Jaida!! She's my favorite, I can't get enough Jaida!

[@noellenn2122]

Queen Jaida, you're a winner IN LIFE, baby! That's the T.

[@kfkm]

jaida is genuinely so beautiful inside and out ❤

[@nigelsaunders9290]

She looks sooooo good wow. My favorite winner

[@dianasarasaborraz3859]

Jayda is THE BEST! nothing but love and admiration to this cast buy Jayda is sooo sweet and gorgeous and just a beautiful soul, ill be your friend Jayda!

[@kennethdrake7686]

One of my favorites!!!

[@boppkun]

She is a godess. ❤❤❤

[@spoidabetch]

the elegance and grace of Jaida is endless

[@EmsiWolf]

Jaida is so sweet ❤️

[@jasonflorence127]

Such a beautiful person; inside and out.

[@lifegoesonlike]

we love u Jaida

[@dawnmaestascowell6930]

So much kindness 💖 fabulous queen

[@aknguyen23]

So is Shea the best person alive? It’s possible. Love Jaida & their friendship ♥️

[@sinclairzz]

my heart beats for miss hall

[@moonstoneuniverse8516]

The winner of the winners PERIOD.

[@dariorangel8830]

I’m glad jaida feels welcomed in the sisterhood. She is a winner biatch

[@edenbeden5791]

Jaida is such an amazing person and I am so glad she gets this chance to come back and prove all the white fans that came for her cuz their fav didn’t win wrong

[@elijahmims1928]

2:15 PERIODTTT!!! I'm dead af lmfaoooooo

[@littlebigbunnyrabbit9520]

Rooting for her and Jinkx!

[@CohnTrohL]

I FEEL SEEN WITH HER HERE !! I love Jaida

[@Laurelkazini]

I wish Jaidas voice would narrate my life, be my Alexa, my ring tone, everything.

[@pembrokelove]

Perfection! I love Jaida. Shes one that I’m rooting for big time - not only is she amazing and charismatic, but she was sort of robbed of her reign. I feel like she just spoiled is though… why is she drilling in “So you didn’t win, at least I look good” or whatever. Idk exactly what she said, but it sounded like she was implying she had not won.