Sapphira Cristál’s Whatcha Packin’ 💎 S16 TOP 3 | RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 16 👠✨

Michelle Visage sits down with Sapphira Cristál and chats about Season 16, memorable moments, and the unworn fashion you didn’t see on the runway. Welcome to Whatcha Packin’ presented by ViiV Healthcare!
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[@slmndhf]

I can’t believe we got a Sapphira episode of Watcha Packin’ without an actual explanation of how she packed all those gigantic looks for the show…

[@Kazner0h]

Some things will always remain mysteries, it seems.

[@roxylori]

She said she’s making an exclusive video on it, I think she’s saving it so she can make money on it

[@mrbear1302]

@@roxylori smart!

[@soyalexpop]

@@roxylori that's so smart because imagine the queens that watch it ohh Sapphira the way you changed the runway forever!

[@gabormakovics9140]

And somehow we only got two see two looks from her which weren't on the show

[@anthonyabrenio6130]

someone on twitter said "eleven times so at some point they chose to cast magnolia crawford over her" HELP

[@dawanjackson341]

Lmfaooooo omgggg

[@dallasbernieri9156]

💀💀💀

[@bug7055]

NOOOO LMAO

[@cinnamonroll96]

Uff! But also good she wasn’t on that season, bc she maybe wouldn’t have gotten her flowers then

[@RaymondHng]

Magnolia has retired.

[@maximeminassian6002]

The fact that a queen of her caliber had to audition 11 times to get on the show is baffling. I am glad she’s finally getting the recognition she so deserves. #teamsapphira

[@bunjijumper5345]

Casting is not based on talent. It is based on different types. Once they have a certain type they move on.

[@gurtalurt]

i think in a cosmic, fated sort of way it worked out. i definitely see her taking the crown, and maybe she needed to hone her craft for just as long as she did in order to succeed so masterfully in this competition.

[@def1_notbia]

Honestly I can’t imagine on a different season like imagine her being on season 5 or 6

[@michaelclarke1737]

she better win ❤

[@Manasplaining]

I'm glad, as a greedy viewer, they space out the immensely talented queens for different seasons.

[@vittoriolosi5268]

Honestly, I think Sapphira is the only queen from this top 3 that can be crowned after a legend like Sasha Colby. I wouldn't be mad if Nimphya or Plane got it, but Saphira truly exudes power.

[@bug7055]

AGREED 🎉😊

[@queenqueen977]

there's absolutely no way Plane is getting crowned lololol and I don't think Nymphia is fully cooked yet in the lens of Drag Race to be the winner. just the optics of her and how she fully came across like even see michelle's interactions with Saphira versus Nymphia

[@trash_lad]

@@queenqueen977fully agree w this actually, i LOVE nymphia dont get me wrong but i think sapphira has the concentrated winner essence that a drag race winner should have. nymphia would 100% decimate the competition in 2-3 years on an all stars season imo

[@DawniePooks666]

@@queenqueen977I love Willow as much as the next bitch but she won and she wasn’t as fully developed as nymphia so I don’t think that counts her out completely

[@satori03]

She has it all and would be the best Queen to represent Ru(IMO) Talent, sophistication, poise and CLASS

[@route66ally]

Sapphira saying she prayed that she'd get on the show but only when she's ready to win gave me chills!

[@SadhviJenn]

That’s the smart way to do it.

[@ri.9399]

Can't believe she had to audition 11 times to get on this show oh my god?! Team Sapphira 💯

[@jur_eck]

no wonder, there is nothing special about him

[@blackko1334]

@@jur_eckhave you seen the show Tamar?

[@vanessavanjie]

11 is Ru’s lucky number it took Sonique 11 years to win too 👀

[@r3drift]

They simply Didn’t see her adding “good tv” to the cast. Some would say she doesn’t make good tv, “is boring” etc. she’s good. She is the jlo of drag Good at everything, master of none. Minus the attitude.

[@RaymondHng]

Opera training conditions you to not expect instant gratification.

[@nicolasf7243]

sapphira’s mom said i don’t care WHAT you are, as long as you SERVE.

[@satori03]

I would LOVE to meet his Mom

[@bja808]

Sapphira exudes winner energy. She’s one of the nicest and likeable Queens to grace the show. Definitely want her to win Season 16!!

[@aarons.6022]

She comes across condescending to me.

[@JaysonMarte]

@@aarons.6022not really condescending, but she’s very well aware of what she can do and the talent she possesses. drag race fans nowadays do nothing but bring down the queens with hate and negative comments.

[@MrsCurioCheerio]

@@aarons.6022 From this video or...? Because I didn't get that vibe at all here

[@aarons.6022]

@@JaysonMarte I wasn't being hateful, but yes fans can be hateful for sure. It is just my observation. She just comes across like she thinks she's royalty or something. I don't mean it in a bad way.

[@aarons.6022]

@@MrsCurioCheerio Not from this video specifically. Just from her full run on Drag race.

[@lauren6992]

after auditioning 11 times and proving she’s a well rounded queen, i can happily say sapphira really deserves the crown🥹🩷

[@lauren6992]

like even tho plane is my #1 id be thrilled if sapphira won

[@bryanflux]

@@lauren6992 Same for me, I do not mind if she won, Plane is my #1 but gosh saphira do deserve it

[@richcampbell6808]

​@@bryanfluxSAP 100% lost the lip sync .

[@lpurvis]

Sapphira is a rare queen to not give up when told no. And the fact that she helped her sisters when needed is such a class act! She'd represent the season well as the victor if it's her time. She reminds me a lot of Bianca when it comes to her generosity and raw talent. Didnt realize she was just 34! Wise beyond her years. Her mom seems like a fun hoot too!

[@chipichipichapachapamagicomidu]

Drag queens usually dont give up… not a really safe or prestiged job + not being able to make ends meet by only doing it

[@Ghostface1998]

She was so ready to kill this competition and she most definitely did like wow. She left such an impression on the fans in a good way. The way ppl talk about her wondering how tf she packed her looks will remain a mystery which is the most impressive thing she’s done cause her looks were great. My favorite look is her flower runway cause wow amazing. Her entrance line was “ I think this place is haunted” and her presence was huge in this competition you can feel it everywhere. The fact one of the mannequins are empty is hilarious cause she probably wanted to bring one of the huge outfits but couldn’t.

[@maximeminassian6002]

Raja and Raven not giving her flower look a double shoot will forever remain a mystery to me

[@littlebigbunnyrabbit9520]

​@@maximeminassian6002that should've been the double shoot instead of her fandango look tbh

[@Ghostface1998]

@@littlebigbunnyrabbit9520honestly bc that fan look wasn’t shoot worthy but that flower look with the 2 missing petals but still looking amazing deserved a shoot

[@Ghostface1998]

@@maximeminassian6002they probably didn’t want this season to be full of shoots and Raja was handing them out like candy this season lol

[@maximeminassian6002]

@@Ghostface1998 I mean, aside from Sapphira’s fan look (which I agree isn’t a double shoot), I think all the looks that got a shoot deserved it.

[@luizpmelo]

That's it. That's the winner for me. She is fully realized, she knows herself, she knows her talents. I love her so, so much. I love Nymphia and Plane, but for me, Sapphira is taking it.

[@AKayt-nm2yc]

SAPPHIRA is drag excellence 💙💙💙💙💙 Screaming from H-Town!!!!!!

[@brianh794]

🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@richcampbell6808]

Lost easy to morphine. Rigged. SAP can't dance .

[@TyraDavis_]

@@richcampbell6808cry about it🫶🏾

[@yepitsthatguy5278]

@@richcampbell6808 Girl go away and stan your loser faves in silence

[@Mysanthropiya]

​@@richcampbell6808there's more to drag than lip syncing, especially outside the realm of drag race. Learn that.

[@blaisearwyn3405]

Sapphira is Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve & Talent! #TeamSapphira

[@jur_eck]

maybe in your mind

[@JustEdgeOfficial]

@@jur_eck girl go back to the nymphia comment section lol

[@tristandiorrrr]

@@iglet567right

[@cheyunderskore1306]

@@jur_eck you don’t like Sapphira but you took time to watch this clip and comment? Delulu much ?

[@aarons.6022]

She isn’t very charismatic, but that’s just my opinion.

[@bunjijumper5345]

This top three is the most handsome top 3 in the history of the show. All of these guys are super handsome. Sapphirra is so hot as a male.

[@montycas]

Sapphira is just naturally regal. She exudes the loving kindness of a fairy tale princess and the confidence, wisdom and serenity of a queen. Team Sapphira all the way!!!

[@dandiposts]

Sapphira deserves to win, her presence from the moment she walked into the werkroom ooozed a winner energy + her being besties with Katya is so random but I love it and I love how Katya also appeared in her music video ❤😂🫶

[@vanessavanjie]

100% agree 👏

[@GlobalDrag]

YUP YUP

[@makeatree]

CLOCK ITTTTTTTTTT

[@quinnnmorgendorffer]

Dandi!?!? Omg I love your song Lava Lamp and I also want Sapphira to win 😂

[@Pagliaccimr1]

That voice! So warm and inviting, so beautiful. Not only is this man handsome, but you just want to be wrapped up in that deep, crystal-clear voice like a comforting embrace. He should really record some audiobooks. I bet a lot of us would buy them just for the voice.

[@satori03]

I have friends not into Drag Race that would buy and ...of course....so would I

[@StaciSchuck]

I totally Agree. Such a soothing voice... I would love listening to her read a book or meditation.❤❤

[@SerdarWatches]

Can't say anything other than MOTHER. The runway package screams elegance and opulence! She exudes charm and regalness. Plus she is funny as hell and caring! What more you ask for a winner? I meann?!

[@richcampbell6808]

Can't dance or lip sync . She 100% lost the lip sync to Morphine

[@TyraDavis_]

@@richcampbell6808cry about it lol

[@xatusound3637]

​@@richcampbell6808 Can't lipsync?? First episode, she does 3 different types of split stunts, she comedically dribbles her tiddy bib on the floor (while in a rotating split), shades Q's stunt and gives a winning face/lip sync performance. While I'd probably prefer to watch Morphine dance/lipsync, idk how accurate it is to say Sap "can't" dance or lip sync when the evidence is evident.

[@montagne5825]

she’s not charming nor funny as hell - not sure where you got that from. her runway package screams meh and forgettable minus one or two.

[@SerdarWatches]

@@richcampbell6808 Can't dance or lip sync?! Delusion. Clearly your perception about drag is only drag race i see.

[@TheAspiringCentenarian]

Momma, her vibe. Her presence. Superstar!

[@llve-zzzsh]

I love that Michelle mentioned Sapphira's age and called her a baby. We forget that she's pretty young because the cast is young and she carries herself so well.

[@jbghumanjr]

Sapphira serving ADULT energy! Love this queen and their "grown folk" kinda vibe. You can tell he was that lil'kid that always led the pack on the playground. But in a kind, loving way.

[@JustEdgeOfficial]

In my mind, there is honestly no other choice for the crown but Sapphira. She's classy, she's elegant, she's funny, she's talented.... she's just the whole package. And out of the three, she seems the most prepared to take that title. #TeamSapphira forever!!!

[@satori03]

Amen

[@Himmel.Himmel]

speak on it!

[@ahnyasmith6603]

This is our winner y’all!! She is simply top tier!

[@NoticeMeShizun]

As much as I’m a Nymphia Stan, Sapphira literally has MOST if not ALL qualities of a winner. looking forward go the Finale !!

[@Viffido]

You can see Michelle really loves her, out of the three finalists she was gushing the most for Sapphira #TeamSapphira

[@edbo5949]

I really think that RuPaul has found his successor in Sapphira Cristal

[@theatertots]

The fact that she had to audition 11 times shows to me that production knew that they wanted her on, but they wanted her to be the winner

[@kylewhittle6565]

She must win. She’s so polished. She’s so talented and she’s so drag! She gives 100% each time.

[@fmaries7000]

The level of maturity and professionalism is exactly what Drag Race looks for in their Winner. She's definitely the WINNER! ❤️‍🔥👑👄

[@michaelclarke1737]

i am praying and hoping with every fibre of my being that sapphira becomes the first queen to win miss congeniality and the crown within a single season. 🎉🎉🎉 let's manifest this! she would be totally deserving of it too! truly.

[@jamalharsam]

Very that. Can I get an AMEN! #TeamSapphira 🎉🖤

[@citizensjustice9661]

She definitely is the most worthy of that double distinction.

[@montagne5825]

no

[@siriussemajo9699]

Yes!

[@neildavis8470]

💯

[@mech3384]

The way Sapphira's mom didn't want her to do drag; not out of bigotry but cuz she thought she'd look horrendous is honestly something I find oddly hilarious and heartwarming 😭#TeamSapphira

[@RonnieStewartJr]

If she weren’t such a winner, she’d be Miss Congeniality.

[@Kyoukichi]

She could be both tbh

[@liannna212]

Yup I see her as a both.

[@reezagibbons465]

Miss Sapphira makes me cry, her lightness and joy are contagious.

[@rshields7457]

She won interview category downnnn

[@Ilovethetea]

She gives me winner energy 👑

[@dallasbernieri9156]

It’s so crazy to have known her before the show and see her thrive now. I always knew she’d be on the show one day. I’m so so so happy for Sapphira! Team Sapphira Cristál forever

[@kiml5488]

My winner since day one ❤

[@KurtisWithK]

HOW YOU PACKIN!!!??? Let’s go! I’ve been waiting to hear!!! 🎉❤

[@gdsg77]

This part! I was dying for Michelle to ask her how on earth she packed all those costumes, I need to know!

[@AndreaCaballePais]

I want a mini series with Sapphira showing Houston's best eateries to Michelle, with guest appearances from other Houston queens. I'm happy to script it ;)

[@indie4via]

There are so many amazing places too! You could get several seasons out of a show like that.

[@zmpede7423]

Choosing a winner is getting harder and harder in my heart. All these finalist are literal superstars, each so unique. Like this is the first time I am actually debating having another double crowning 👑.

[@dwrecktheanimal]

Every single time I hear this human being speak I understand why she's the winner of this season. Such an inspiration.

[@vanessavanjie]

THIS IS THE WINNER SHE TRIED OUT 11 TIMES, 11 IS A LUCKY NUMBER THIS CROWN IS SAPPHIRAS

[@Roberto-tt7yv]

Something that I need to hear more people saying is how perfect Sapphira would be as a host of drag race. Her energy commands respect, she had a great run on the season, she has such a warm mothering energy, she’s hilarious and so so talented. I can’t think of a better choice for a host

[@ni410]

Sapphira really deserves it y'all

[@ClittaReese]

Most deserving winner this season, period.

[@bernardescalona2558]

She has that winner energy. And I saw that when she first enter the room

[@trintonnash]

Mother Sapphira is gonna take the crown! Shes been my winner since day 1 so #TeamSapphira

[@IDKmaxxy]

That’s mother!!! #TeamSapphira always 🫶

[@adventuretome]

clearly sapphira is winning by the way michelle talks to her. Michelle seemed most impressed by her #teamsapphira

[@Purpleppleater42]

I love that Sapphira mentioned Miller Outdoor theater!!! Its an amazing place I love Houston

[@SadhviJenn]

Holy, the Saphira and Michelle food tour! I would love to see this! :)

[@ignaciolazarte195]

She's the ONLY right decision. #TeamSapphira

[@SmithyPL]

Nymphia has twice more fan votes atm, Nymphia was robbed in a lot of challenges including ep.2 and was never in the bottom

[@ignaciolazarte195]

@@SmithyPL but she was save from like 1 or 2 bottom placements tho

[@derrickharley1989]

​@@SmithyPLbut Nymphia still has confidence issues and issues believing she's an amazing and SICKENING queen. It's not her time yet, in my honest opinion.

[@dezles6056]

@@SmithyPLnymphia was also saved on snatch game where she should have definitely been in the bottom and sapphira should have won snatch game. All are deserving though

[@lpurvis]

It could be anyone's game since the Top 3 are so talented but Sapphira for the win bc she remained composed the entire time and helped contestants when she could. Very Bianca-esque

[@I_amsoprecious]

This moment of joy and celebration was too short!!! I could have listened to Sapphira and Michelle for 30 more minutes. More please! #teamsapphira 🙏🏽🤗🤩🙏🏽

[@joshua_fry_speed9449]

When she’s describing La Boheme and Leontyne Price I bawled-destiny called and she answered

[@MetallicRoseinFL]

Love the final three but rooting for Sapphira 💙

[@BlazePittman-pf7mf]

Sapphira Cristal radiates excellence and he is the clear winner of Ru Paul’s Drag Race Season 16.

[@sandysandy5406]

That's my winner right there and you can tell she's really a sweet person and I pray all her dreams come true and the world gets to know her. All the best sis ❤❤❤❤

[@DRACKEN1976]

I met her once and had to see her again. Such a calming, powerful, and professional presence. I love love love her. Even the VOICE is Mother Sapphira #TeamSapphira.

[@littlebighead4482]

Sapphira is so personable even through the damn screen 😭

[@Darsen_santana2]

OUR WINNER THE SUPREME SAPPHIRA CRYSTAL

[@elisasegal8153]

We here in Center City Philly thank you for REPRESENTING!!!! WE LOVE YOU❤❤❤❤

[@BEG943]

sapphira seems to humble, i loved so much of the art we were shown!

[@jeromedavis8146]

From one slew foot to another, you make us proud!! Onward and Upward! You’re a winner baby!

[@yarrayarra3731]

Such a beautiful person 😌

[@klausarmanius2639]

I hope she wins. She exudes WINNER energy. Absolutely in love with her. She deserves the crown!

[@fren4851]

Sapphira needs to be appreciated😢 she is so talented and she ate this season honestly

[@JayRapiz]

11th time is a charm!!! mother talking to mother

[@miss_slayana27]

YESS AND WE HAVE ALL OF THE WATCHA PACKINS FOR THE SEASONNN

[@geckohunter123]

No kidding, Sapphira has an All Winners level of performance and Runways. She’s one of the most DR ready queens I’ve ever seen .

[@t.dorazio2784]

i honestly thought he was older than 34... the way he carries himself. He's a gorgeous man.

[@AllieGRhythm]

If I can count all the Whatcha Packin videos of this season, I'd say 5 of them had a moment where Michelle would use her super effective smooch, so season 16 has beaten All Stars 6 by the number of kisses from Michelle.

[@JeremyMYG]

Mother of the season, incredible runways, charisma off the charts, beautifully articulate, excellent all around #TeamSapphira

[@Ivan-fm4eh]

She's so sweet and likable, and talented at so many things. If you had to pick a winner with the highest total competence, you'd have to give it to Sapphira. The only thing she's lacking is a polarizing personality and heavy/controversial activity on social media.

[@TheAcruz133]

Ladies & Gentlemen: Our Winner bby!!!!! Sapphira is a true artist & an excellent Drag Queen!

[@annaelisavettavonnedozza9607]

One of the most beautiful individuals-Inside & out ❤

[@PopSocialChannel]

Absolutely adore her in and out of drag! She just seems screams WINNER energy her confidence, talent, uniqueness, and personality! She definitely deserves this crown #TeamSapphria all the way!!

[@jude-zd9ms]

Love that his mom was like ‘Oh, I can’t care about you doing drag. I just care about you looking a mess doing it’ haha

[@anthonyzolanski8775]

Am I the only one who kept looking at the naked mannequin thinking “oh wow she brought an all black body suit?!”

[@ehna8558]

How can one human being be so beautiful?

[@kalvincarld]

Saphira is such an amazing, charismatic and talented drag artist. And out of drag, he is so attractive. 😅 I'm a banana believer until the end, but I can honestly say that Saphira would be a deserving winner.

[@inmyglowupera]

She exudes winner energy, from the very beginning. I can't imagine someone else winning. #teamsapphira

[@lauramiller1967]

people have been throwing around the phrase “that’s mother” quite lightly over the past few months on the internet but this is the one place that it is truly applicable

[@keremalicihan8844]

if she’s not win this season i’m sure she’s gonna be an all stars winner in future

[@latonyad7769]

I love her!! Omg! Such a loveable spirit!! Ms Sapphira love you💙💙💙💙

[@bellasobrino]

TWO MOTHERSSSSSS! I love Sapphira. She's so talented and kind and just likable!💎

[@ryanambrose7273]

Sapphira is my favorite Queen in YEARS !!!!! 💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙👑💙

[@citizensjustice9661]

The flowers in the hair Michelle...Werq mammaaaa!

[@JB-nj7nq]

Yaaaas I've been waiting for this one!!

[@sandysandy5406]

I love Sapphira ❤ so much and can't get enough of her and she's just like sweetheart.

[@SophiaPickle]

How did she NOT put that amazing 3D gem 💎 outfit on a manikin? I still wish she had worn it in the family resemblance challenge.

[@jacquierojas]

I’m rooting for #teamnymphia , but I’m also rooting for #teamsapphira !!!

[@_o_-I-_o_]

She better take this.

[@RangoonStudios]

Can't wait to see her take this crown! ❤

[@bondfool]

Sapphira has such a grounded, calm vibe. I would love to hang out with her.

[@aaronlevesque8173]

Sapphira is the clear winner in sorry!!! We love her

[@sayhuhsaywhat6991]

I have been waiting on this one ❤❤❤

[@MsElectricLover]

Sapphira HAS to win this season, nobody else from that top 3 is more qualified than momma Sapphira to do it gracefully and PROFESSIONALLY, she's delightful

[@thomasonas153]

RPDR alumni always say that not being casted doesnt mean you're not talented. it just means it's not your time yet. Sapphira is the perfect example. 11 times and yet she exudes winner energy.

[@BasementMermaid]

What a queen. Stunning and talented!!!