Drag Duel | S1 E11 - Heavy Is The Hair

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[@kaylasays]

As the resident phantom of the Drag Duel universe, I did want to weigh in here to maybe give a perspective as someone who regularly covers drag competitions/drag culture. It's not a coincidence that many of the performers with alternative and nontraditional styles and perspectives on drag feel that they are overlooked or mistreated by the fanbase. These biases may not be intentional but they do manifest because of the drag we're so used to seeing in the mainstream, and the kind of drag that gets rewarded. All of this to say that we all have our opinions, but these are performers are working so hard to give us a show each week, and they don't have the separation of a television screen to shield them from people sharing their opinions into the little comment box down here. It's an internet competition, they can't not engage with people who watch the show. And being judged is hard! I definitely couldn't do it (that's why I do video essays and not drag, lmao), so I commend every competitor who shows up and puts themselves out there. Rosa, Tyler, Bobby, Glass, Trisha, we see you and we love and appreciate what you do! And that's not to say I don't adore everyone in this cast, because I do. I just want so badly for all of you to get your flowers. You are loved and your drag is important. xoxo Karla Speaks

[@nickinewnham2437]

This is so true.

[@dixierae6063]

So beautifully said Karla. You are welcome to speak for me on this topic at any time. Have a wonderful Halloween.

[@salmonsalem6159]

I always really like seeing your input on Drag Duel Kayla. Both in the live chat and that episode you guest judged. Plus your absolutely right here. As an aside, I’ve joked around with the whole Karla Speaks thing after seeing in the livestream, and was wondering if it’s okay to refer to you that way in a joking manner in comments and the like?

[@kaylasays]

@@salmonsalem6159hahaha yes it is, I think it’s very funny lmao

[@Mettaton4394]

⁠I invented karla speaks lol

[@greynotchristian]

the finale should be a fistfight

[@Susanpossibly]

This comment should be pinned at the top.

[@ProjectLethargic]

the sidequest before the finale is a scavenger hunt to find the applebees parking lot they'll fight in, winner gets head protection

[@beckstheimpatient4135]

A fistfight over Zoom, considering the budget 😂

[@greynotchristian]

imagine spending the whole prize on a medical bill@@beckstheimpatient4135

[@HavenTori]

Good thing you trained for it in your applause music video xx.@@Susanpossibly

[@armbones8519]

Rosa’s confessional at the end… I’m so sorry for the struggle that you’ve been through. You are loved. You are cherished. Your bravery through everything is a true inspiration. You can beat murphy’s law; you can beat everything.

[@armbones8519]

I hope Rosa sees this so she knows we adore her. She makes THE best TV of the season and I’ve loved and learned from her concepts every week.

[@colbobo.]

this was Rosa’s episode thank you Rosa for being so vulnerable, and it was really nice seeing another side of you I’d be a really iconic story if you get this next win and have an uphill trajectory

[@tenleeso10]

Rosa is absolutely TV Golde! Hope she knows she’s loved and appreciated ❤

[@graysondecorum]

wow, hearing rosa speak about her complex relationship with her mother had me in tears. i really hope that she is able to continue in drag duel, she contributes so much to the show. i just followed her on instagram, i recommend others to do the same, she puts so much effort into her photoshoots and editing, the photos are all soo aesthetically appealing. also, can we please talk about rosa's mug??? it totally doesn't get enough appreciation, she is always beat for the gods! much love

[@lollydolly4590]

Gosh Rosa has been the reason for the season! Total narrator energy, and it is beautiful to see another side of her. I’m so sorry you felt you lost your mother twice Rosa, and I hope your relationship heals one day

[@armbones8519]

The Orbit and Rosa drama is absolutely GIVING. There might be three years between Orbit and Rosa but the generational gap is REAL. I absolutely adore both of them and they’re giving SUCH good TV. I do understand how Orbit not taking things as seriously could be frustrating so I get where Rosa coming from. I wish nothing but good fortune, finance and fun for both of them and the rest of the cast.

[@nickinewnham2437]

Hearing Rosa’s story was heartbreaking. I really hope she knows how talented she is and how much I and the rest of the viewers love her. It might not come across in live chats or comments, but deep down everyone knows she is talented. Rosa, you are such good TV, such a talented drag artist and most importantly, a strong person. I wish you the best and im praying you make it to the end. Rosa is genuinely SOOOOOOO talented, keep doing what your’e doing.

[@boy_slaying]

Orbit has a clear consistent brand and does it so well. The polish and creativity she has is the reason she’s well received.

[@RosaGolde]

Completely agree!! I’ve talked about it in previous episodes, I think orbit has the most developed brand out of all of us, and I’ve loved seeing her explore and show that brand to us week by week ❤️ So happy she gets the recognition for that!

[@casswashwash1070]

She fine thats why lmao

[@armbones8519]

Omg Tyler is so funny. “Crunchy like Hydra’s wigs” was vicious but you can tell it came from a place of love. I love watching the contestants form relationships with one another.

[@loveyworm]

Thank you, Rosa, for being so vulnerable and open with us on camera. After how much you've been mistreated by rude "fans," I wouldn't have been surprised if you'd silenced yourself to avoid them calling you "aggressive" or "oversensitive" (as discrimination goes...). But even in your time of pain and hurt, you are still a vocal advocate for your communities and for yourself. So much admiration and appreciation for you ❤ And I'm glad you put Drag Duel lower on your priority list to be with your mom. We're the same age, and I can't even imagine what you're going through... Please take time to tend to your well-being. You're not disappointing anyone who supports you; in fact, you're modeling healthy behavior for us, which makes you that much more admirable. Thank you for being so real, raw, and open, for helping your fellow BIPOC trans enbies feel seen, and for sharing your drag with us ☺️

[@loveyworm]

(Also, I never comment on YT but I know that no comment section is guaranteed safe -- so before anyone says anything, this is *not* me being an Orbit hater. This is me giving Rosa support that she deserves. I've loved seeing both of these queens each week. Even though they shared their conflict with us on screen, and even though we may each have our own opinions on it (I'm intentionally not sharing mine), it's not our place to make judgment calls, especially on their character. Rosa posted on her insta story that she'd been speaking out of hurt and emotion, and it's clear that her Drag Duel siblings recognize it too. I hope everyone can have compassion for one another, because life is complex and hard and we are all trying our best with what we have ❤)

[@valentino4142]

HYDRA DOING JODI ARIAS IS ACTUALLY FUCKING INSANE 😭😭😭

[@vozzy9970]

Being a person who actively watches each week to see the amazing group of talent. This episode with Rosa really hit home to me personally as a fellow trans-nonbinary artist POC. I feel like we as artist tend to get overlooked in the scene and I wish things where different but just know that there are fans who support and love all ya'll especially those who have been getting hate. People truly need to understand that drag is art and it truly takes a lot of time, money, effort, and determination to show up each week and showcase who they are

[@damiendelacruz01]

No bc Tyler ATE that tutorial 😭 had me laughing in the subway 🙈

[@tcroc01]

Orbit😭😭😭😭 “do you wear wigs? when will you wear wigs?” my FAVORITE interview of all time

[@bede42069]

rosa if u see this u are absolutely fantastic. me and my gf watching every week living and eating and dying for u ur marge look literally lives in my head rent free that was so fucking iconic

[@lollydolly4590]

The drama has hit Mama! At the same time, Rosa, Trisha, Tyler, Bobby, Glass you’re all incredible! You’ve all had amazing standout moments and you all deserve your flowers!

[@felipepereira8013]

I live for Orbit being the sassy villain and Rosa being the hero of the story

[@Unknownnnnnnnnnnnnnnn144]

I don’t think any of them are villains

[@melpomenathemuse]

Rosa, you should not be that harsh on yourself. You are very talented and charismatic, and I know that competition can be stressful, but try to have more fun. You don't have to win whole thing, it's an opportunity to showcase what you do. And I love your make-up at the end, it's very creative. ❤❤❤

[@matvogel]

Shoutout to Rosa and Orbit for giving us great reality TV on youtube… yall went off this episode and i was gagged the whole time lol 😂

[@godpristine]

every time i hear talk about Rosa getting hate not only does it break my heart but it confuses the hell outta me!! Rosa’s presence has literally been a key part of the entertainment for me in the show. It makes me really sad she doesn’t get the love she deserves.

[@hottieschicken]

Something tells me Orbit’s about to give us a full Space Channel 5 fantasy for the runway and I’m OBSESSED 🤩

[@puddingcake39]

Love the shirt Tyler’s wearing in the confessionals!

[@bradparris7651]

This is Real Housewives levels of Drama

[@godpristine]

damn man Rosa’s confessionals absolutely shattered my heart literally brought tears to my eyes. I’m sending you so much love and prayers and I will keep rooting for you no matter what!! 🫶🏾🫶🏾

[@puddingcake39]

I almost cried during Rosa’s talk towards the end. God bless your heart and I wish you and your mum nothing but the best. Speedy recovery to her. Just know we appreciate you a lot, Rosa. Stay strong ❤️

[@allenscaife7783]

Woah, wait a minute! Rosa's look at end is so cool. I'm really excited to see it. The Callie Coquette shade got funnier the more it happened lol

[@BeckywiseTheDancingClown]

Wowwwwww the drama in this episode 😅 Rosa popped off!! ☕☕☕☕☕

[@sheaponders3740]

I don't usually comment, but just cuz I feel like she hasn't been getting enough love/respect can we talk about how Rosa's mini challenge wig looked soooooo good? Also, Christi's ate, and I loved Titanic's concept. Overall, this has been super entertaining content and I love all the queens, thanks for this awesome show :D

[@AnaSequoia]

Can any of us imagine doing a drag show competition in addition to our full time lives? I can't. I hope they all win.

[@emmamillet242]

sending love to every single member of the cast ❤️ just know the REAL fans support all of you and enjoy seeing your talents shine each week. and side note to rosa- we all believe in you, and i’m so sorry you’re having to handle so much at once. no matter what happens next week, the fact you deserve to be a part of the cast will remain unchanged. you were (all!!!) cast for a reason and i have seen so much raw talent and creativity from you, along with the rest of the cast. please to every drag artist in this competition, know that the real fans and lovers of the art of drag BELIEVE IN YOU AND YOUR TALENT!! especially to the alternative performers, the girls that get it (it being not being a racist/sexist/transphobic/judgmental ass) absolutely get it. so much love to everyone.

[@eraserdusting1840]

OMGGG ROSAAAA 😂😂🤣🤣🤣😍😍😍 how can someone look so good while dragging the shit out of their sister??? I'm living for this episode and I'm not even a quarter of the way in!

[@newsnipecat8337]

I feel so much for Rosa, my mother has been disabled all my life and even though I have helped taken care of her, she has been in and out of the hospital so much and I was always so scared of losing her, I hope it is all goes well, I love you so much and all of the drag duel cast (I hope to be on season 2)

[@beans8750]

Tyler looks gorg in confessional

[@Nederama]

Keep your head up, Rosa, you are beautiful, talented and deserve much better!

[@eldridgeabominationmixedwi9840]

Susan should’ve been Christi. Yall should let her do it.

[@mathewk6026]

I’m excited! Next time can you make a community post if the episode is going to be late? ❤

[@lukasmatthews3571]

tyler is acc so funny 😭😭😭

[@bbgluisbae]

Rosa with the Cali comment I cant😭

[@joeybaird2243]

WHY WAS TYLER NOLL SO FUNNY KSKSKSKS

[@bbgluisbae]

I LOVE YOU ROSA IDGAF!!! I ALSO LOVE YOU ORBIT!!

[@mllx-hw1wz]

Susan? hit the nail on the head with her take on the rosa vs orbit drama

[@leewarren4248]

I ❤ Rosa Golde...I hope I spelt that correct. Although I will say Rosa your very first look where you were painted gold I was living for that look 😊

[@graysondecorum]

i think about that look daily... it was so beautiful!!

[@viclenny3872]

hear you Rosa! and so sorry about your Mother's illness and we are all wishing her a peaceful recovery, and you a peaceful week with whatever direction your art needs to go !

[@Paul-zw7or]

Tylers shirt is so cute, I'm obsessed!!!

[@Paul-zw7or]

And that wig tutorial was actually pretty helpful, thanks King!!!!

[@damiendelacruz01]

I love Orbit but Rosa ate her ass up 🙈🙈 living for the tea

[@eraserdusting1840]

Rosas story literally made me cry omg.... 😭😭😭 we love you rosa🧡🧡🧡

[@evocircuit]

sending so much love to rosa, no one deserves to have to go through that. you are so wonderful and talented

[@babyyyyyj]

bringing back my weekly i love rosa golde comment since apparently some people aren’t woke!!

[@twig_washere]

I really hope Rosa’s situation gets better :(

[@armendmorina1983]

The cast choices are sooo good, love Rosa and Orbit for real. The whole cast is phenomenal and I was gagged by everyone at some point! 🤩

[@icki_nicki]

Love you Rosa ❤

[@terabanks]

rooting for trisha and tyler ❤❤

[@armbones8519]

SUSAN’S CATWALK HAD ME CACKLING

[@isasaurier]

Love for Rosa❤

[@philiplang9772]

This episode was so messy lmao. Like what the fuck is going on on this day

[@BeckywiseTheDancingClown]

Susan? Is my spirit animal

[@mllx-hw1wz]

Orbit lives in Rosa’s mind rent free😭

[@Jewel.Mariii]

Sending so much love to you, Rosa ❤

[@ribacardi]

Rosa we love you!!

[@newsnipecat8337]

Come on this has to be orbits week

[@alessioinnocenti5307]

Sending love to Rosa, and a big hug ❤

[@sirendragclown]

sending rosa all the love. hoping you surpass your own expectations because we all believe in you

[@queensfromisland]

We love u miss Rosa!

[@deadassnick]

WEEKLY TRISHA GIRL COMMENT

[@Justin3x3]

Thank you Rosa! 💙

[@dixierae6063]

Happy Halloween everybody. I'm so excited that the episode fell on Halloween it makes it all the more special. It's going to be hard because I started watching late now I'm going to have to wait a week for the next episode like everyone else

[@dingo.p]

The campaign against Orbit is actually working on me 😶Regardless of who is right and who's wrong, at least Rosa has some valid points and Orbit is just: "hahaha I don't care".

[@RosaGolde]

Hey hey! Thanks for the support on this little argument, but I do just want to caution against any campaigns for or against anyone on the cast. Regardless of our little tiff (or however, not little it seemed) I have so so much love and respect for Orbit. While I have my opinions, I do also just want everyone to enjoy the show, and the drama for what it is - silly drama amongst a group of people on a reality competition! Again, not calling you out at all, and I really do appreciate the support, but just want to make clear I don't want anyone to go after or campaign against Orbit, she is still my sister and I love and respect each and every cast member

[@dingo.p]

@@RosaGolde Ah, english is not my first language so I used "campaign" as a mental shortcut. My bad. It puts you in a bad light and that was not my intention, my apologies. What I meant is that - even tho I'm a fan of all of you, truly - your arguments in this drama were eye opening on certain things. We don't know what's happening behind closed doors (discord) so we can only speculate and believe everything you guys say in the show and sometimes that can be tricky. Anyway, I'm enjoying the show and I love the cast. All the best for you all!

[@RosaGolde]

@@dingo.p And thank you so much for understanding

[@nachowormy]

Preach Rosa 🥵

[@sliceofBluVelvet]

Help shouldn't the next episode be out by now?

[@damiendelacruz01]

ME AND DERRICK R TWINNING RN AHHHH

[@mava4584]

I am bucy dressed as a loutha 🤣

[@theplastics7224]

those wigs girl...

[@kevicook4926]

Rosa Golde owned this episode, she’s getting the storyline, the confessionals, the narration, the vulnerability. I felt for her so hard at the end, knowing that she’s been through the ringer in her personal life. We love you Rosa!

[@dwightmakeup]

23:29 Rosa kinda is projecting from what the audience is saying which I wish Rosa didn’t let those “fans” get in their head

[@eraserdusting1840]

OMGGGHH IM LATE so excited for this episode! ill edit my comment once im done watching :)

[@mintii...]

do we have to give up half the episode to microanalise the fan reception and complain about how people aren't loving every single contestant, like its getting tedious having to put the episode on 2X speed until they decide to stop complaining about fan reception, its like 30% of the show rn

[@Coochie_Seasoning]

I agree how the fans & the drag space as a whole, constantly overlook marginalized drag artists (especially alt drag artists) but Rosa is projecting a lot onto orbit. It’s fine if y’alls personalities don’t mesh, Rosa being frustrated w/ the fanbase overlooking them or orbit maybe not being as open/upfront with her emotions about everything as Rosa but that isn’t a big enough reason to have beef with orbit. I love both of them but rosa is misplacing their anger.

[@RosaGolde]

Hey hi! Just coming in here to respond to a couple of comments. Sorry it took a bit but I’ve been taking a mental health break from it all! Anyways, just wanted to say that I think there was a larger context to why I said what I said, and it doesn’t necessarily boil down to me projecting as I think that’s maybe a bit reductive of the whole situation. My problem was a direct disagreement with one contestant, that was also catalyzed and perhaps fuelled by a larger context of what was happening in my life. Before this all went to hell in a handbasket, I actually consulted with some fellow castmates and friends to ensure my response and my feelings of hurt over Orbit’s confessionals weren’t unfounded. Only then did I actually go in chat to further hash this out (in perhaps not the best manner on my end mind you!). To say that this all boils down to simple projection is just downplaying my feelings of rightful anger to one person, and to say I’m misplacing my anger seems to just be calling me out for having anger to begin with. What I was experiencing were very real emotions, and I have found drag duel and it’s community a safe enough to explore and display these emotions, and I’m a bit sad in some peoples eyes I did not deserve to do so! I understand differing opinions, but I would just ask that the fans understand what I said towards the end - we are all real people, dealing with a very stressful competition on top of very stressful lives. And sometimes, we rightfully explode and should be allowed to do so as long as we’re not unnecessarily and hurt fully attacking the other. If that’s what I did, I’m truly sorry, I’ve tried to be respectful and open with the contestants as to my critiques, and have been very clear to them that if there’s anything I’ve said that has truly offended that I will be the first to own up, apologize, and have actionable steps after to make sure it doesn’t happen again. Anyways, no hard feelings to anyone, just another opportunity to grow as a community. Thanks so much for the comment, for your viewership, and lots of love ❤️

[@beans8750]

Love Orbit

[@arabellathesupervillain]

Susan? having the most factual take regarding the whole Orbit VS Rosa debacle makes this A) So much more clear (( and hilarious)) to understand as a viewer and B) really cements Susan? as one of the primary narrators this season. As a Super Villain myself, I love and appreciate Rosa's unwavering statements. I really love when a performer is just so unafraid to say what's on their mind. I also love Orbit as her humor is just top notch and has the essence of an entertainer. She is just so unbothered and that makes me Teehee just a little bit as I kick my feet like a school girl. This fight is just so silly and so unserious cause like... let's be brutally honest with ourselves here. Being mad at someone who gave their opinion during a confessional is just slightly unhinged behavior. Don't get me wrong, Rosa's feelings are valid, but come on girl, you cannot sit there with a serious face and tell me that in of itself justifies your misplaced anger. It really does just sound like insecurities jumping out and latching onto the individual who gave their opinion.

[@RosaGolde]

Hey hey! Just coming on here to answer some of people’s questions and maybe misconceptions about all of this. Haven’t been checking comments until today for my mental health ❤️ While I stand by everything I said, I do think a lot of it was spurred by a particularly sensitive emotional state I found myself in as was shown in the episode. I also think, not being able to show what happened in chat and what happens behind the scenes takes away a lot of context that I tried to give but maybe didn’t come across! I actually conferred with some of the cast before blowing up in chat, because I thought maybe I was being too dramatic in taking Orbit’s words personally, but some agreed that it was definitely a step too far and thus I thought it was fair for me to bring up! All this to say, there was a context and a reasoning for my anger, and I thought it justified to bring it up in confessionals as it was topical. I’d ask people not jump to the conclusion that I was projecting or that I was just in my feels, as that in an of itself is tone policing and assuming from an edited reality show. Of course, we live and we learn, and I’m here as well to learn from this situation so I hope we all can do the same ❤️ lots of love and thanks for watching!

[@arabellathesupervillain]

Wait, y'all aren't allowed to show any behind the scenes stuff such as screenshots from chat? Is that like a legal/contractual obligation? I ask because I fully agree that there is simply a metric fuck ton of context we're not seeing, however, from what is being shown to the audience and viewers, my deduction was what seemed to be the case BECAUSE that's what was shown. I'm not claiming my observation to be 100% correct, this was simply what was seen. I also feel that if you guys were allowed to show certain conversations in the episodes, some of the comments and assumptions would be subject to change. I harbor no ill will or intentions towards you or anyone in the cast/crew, this was simply my observation based on the edit we got to see. Personally, I think you guys should be allowed to show certain aspects of the BTS talks, especially if it's going to be edited into the episode as a major plot point. @@RosaGolde

[@RosaGolde]

@@arabellathesupervillain We do have some obligations with regards to confidentiality, and now the discord is also a part of our Patreon package! Of course, it would be great to show all of the context, and I know we try our best (within the constraints of personal perspective and bias) to communicate the context. In the comments, I've tried as well to do so in some of my replies to these comments. Also, of course, I don't really believe that you nor anyone is harboring actual negative feelings! I know we are all just online and tone/perspective are very easily misinterpreted - but on my end no hard feelings either

[@trayk1324]

Eeeeee hehehehe! I’m loving it all!😍🍿🍿 the drama is giving!

[@BilsEv-ld2rk]

WE LOVE YOU ROSA

[@owentravis8901]

Orbit is an Icon ❤ keep sending memes !!! But fr release the receipts because alot of this is relying on Rosa describing Orbits text messages 😒

[@kylerross1819]

Rosa is my winner!

[@rrromanticaaa]

#TeamOrbit

[@margaritavlacci]

Not to sound like I disagree with Rosa's actual point.....but there is a certain irony in specifically singling out two trans, Native American contestants as "fan faves who can do no wrong" in a conversation about intersectionality when it comes to fan reception

[@RosaGolde]

Hey hi! Just coming in here to reply to some comments, I’ve been taking a bit of a social media break in order to focus on my mental health. First, I want to say I completely agree that indigineity in the North American context is a very topical and consequent part of conversations about intersectionality. That said, I do want to also expand that intersectionality is just that - the diverse aspects of our identities exerting different dynamics of power depending on the context and situation at hand. Conversations about intersectionality also have to take into account our relative power in the queer community, our citizenship statuses, our age, our location in the world, etc. Me stating that in this context, certain contestants have privilege, does not take away from the true gravity of their loved experiences of indigenous OR trans identities. I was simply bringing to light what I, from my perspective as someone who has gotten relatively much lower and much colder response, saw as a certain privilege in the fan response to some contestants. I find that to be a decently important point here, but I would love to hear any disagreeing opinions of course. And, as I’ve noted, this isn’t to take away from their identities at all either, as I’ve also been able to speak to each on the impacts of their visibility as indigenous artists and as a trans NB person myself also understand the importance of trans voices in our community! Anyways, thanks again, lots of love and thanks for watching ❤️

[@itnas198]

Just watching this now and Rosa Golde is so intense chile calm down 😭

[@nuckertix]

team orbit sry about it

[@yee6870]

butsy

[@nickinewnham2437]

First 💅🍿🍿🍿

[@Spooky5000thaTuffGhost]

Christi Da Vinci serving Pat Benatar/ Pete Burns realness in the wig challenge! Living! And I hope Rosa gets eliminated and gets the help she needs.

[@tempodobnii]

Rosa needs to realize that is not her looks or skills that people are disliking, her attitude is very off putting, she comes across as sardonic, traumatized and wraps her entire character in self-pity consistently reminding everybody how marginalized she is. She works so hard and her Venus music video was actually my favorite, because of the concept and work put into it. I really hope she can overcome the tremendous hurt she had to face so her talent can really come through as she is indeed incredible.

[@RosaGolde]

Hey hi! Just coming in here to respond to some of the comments. I’ve been taking a social media break for my mental health but thought it necessary. First off, thank you for your kindness towards my Venus video, I also have a very special place in my heart for it. That said, I do want to contend with the fact that my personality as a whole is self pitying or sardonic. My personality is real, it’s a composite of the joys I’ve experienced as well as the trauma I’ve had to endure. I’ve taken my time on drag duel to share my story, a story that’s shared by many people within and outside of our community and for that I will never be ashamed. This marginalization is something REAL that performers experience outside of the competition itself in their local scenes and day to day lives. I’ve spoken on it so heavily here because it’s something that’s rarely discussed in drag competitions. The dynamics of power and privilege in our community are understandably complex, and as someone who has built their drag around social activism and awareness, I want to use my story to explore those themes as best as I can with my limited life experience and knowledge. I’m sorry if I come off a bit whiny, I’ve gotten that a lot in my life, but I do try my best to show the breadth of the queer experience - be it joy, trauma, shade, euphoria, or anything else. I hope this gives a bit of perspective on why I talk about these things so often, and to show I’m not just my trauma or marginalization! Lots of love, and thanks for watching ❤️

[@xxoseph]

First off, I don’t think anyone deserves hate but Rose Blaming Mircoagressions is wild when all season all she’s done is come for people and not even in a fun way. Maybe she doesn’t know what a mircoagression is but like don’t use that word when it’s not giving. and people saying the Alt queens are being over looked by the fan base is weird to me some queens just have more followers that’s probably why they’re getting more love Christie’s drag isn’t even traditional drag Christie’s drag is like internet girlie fish vibes which all a queens look down upon let’s be real and since she has more followers it’s gonna look like she has more fans.

[@eraserdusting1840]

But Rosa didn't blame it on micro aggressions? Tyler was the one who mentioned it lol.

[@beans8750]

Aquaria won drag race years ago - fishy internet girl is not alternative

[@xxoseph]

@@eraserdusting1840 she did i’ll give you a time stamp when i can

[@xxoseph]

@@beans8750 them doubting aquaria was like if the s8 girls doubted kim chi she was doing the same things as them at the time just had more followers but Christie is like new age wants to look close to a girl influencer vibes like the S&S twins. Tik Tok Internet girls are definitely overlooked in the real drag scene we saw it on the show a whole bunch of times aquaria is an example of them doing well on the show doesn’t mean that they don’t get hate still .

[@leonievasa]

Even if it's looked down upon by other queens, the follower counts indicate that that type of drag is indeed popular with fans and Rosa was talking about fan reception

[@gracejacobs5700]

Finally an episode with out Rosa's fake laugh. Too bad she just kept spewing contradictory statements for the first half of the episode.

[@davidmunoz133]

Hey hi! Just jumping in here to respond to a couple of comments. I understand the want and the human response to lash out at people you see on screen that you don’t vibe with personally. I understand wanting to have an opinion and put it out there. What I don’t understand is the need to tare each other down within our community! We’ve been very open with you all as an audience that these kinds of comments are hurtful, and I decided to open up even more in this episode in order to have a conversation on issues that I found were pertinent. I don’t know where you saw contradictory statements, and I further don’t know where those statements have anything to do with my laugh. I’d ask next time you decide to as hominem attack someone that you try to understand why you’re doing so and maybe stop yourself before getting there. I’ve done some sincere soul searching since this episode, and I know why I said what I said and stand by it (if anything, I am a bit sad I chose to approach some things in a more emotive way). No hard feelings at all, perhaps just an opportunity for us all to be better! Thanks again for your viewership, and lots of love ❤️ -Rosa

[@VeeMiyakee]

Cannot stand tyler

[@eraserdusting1840]

and nobody can stand you 🧡🧡 We love you Tyler "three challenge wins" Noll! 😘

[@LightCosmos]

Neither can the 48 people who saw the trash you created stand you darling thats why it has 0/48 likes 😘😘

[@XOyo-kaiWatch]

@@eraserdusting1840period

[@titanicdonavon]

What is going on in ur mind that u needed to comment that??? Pls do better

[@Mettaton4394]

I love him so much! You should take a season long break for this show, I’m sure Bucy, Derek, Zelda, The Warriors and even the fans aswell wouldn’t want you watching this show and if you don’t watch this show…. You won’t see Tyler Noll! (You will be missing out tho)

[@katjakeks2690]

@titanicdonavon ❤ love you...