Stephen Tells RuPaul About His Drag Persona "Raven"

[@slaggeylindsay7464]

I really love how matter of fact Stephen was about drag, he isn't appalled or bewildered by drag like some talk show hosts and very earnestly said he felt beautiful in drag, I just love it

[@finnishnin]

They guy has seen a lot in his years in show business, he's probably desensitized.

[@HavootuKali]

I love rupaul because hes not trying to be anything man or woman he is just delightfully himself, and his aura is so addictive! love him!

[@FullBoarDaniel]

Love your lipstick and look

[@sybaritesphynx8057]

1:50 "I am THE Drag Queen" lolol yassss 🙌🙌🙌

[@frankinsaneandmyrrh1202]

TRUTH

[@tennesseejermyn7705]

"Thank you for being here your majesty"

[@aNytmare]

Every drag queen is THE Drag Queen!

[@king-su9vm]

No, other queens are fierce,but RuPaul is THE Drag Queen

[@Jose-ti4ws]

She's just staying relevant off of other more talented drag queens that go on his show

[@drewskie20100]

"i'm not just a drag queen. i am *THE* drag queen."

[@imaphoenix7692]

Drew Thomas she is.

[@deyesed]

She put in the work and then some.

[@foureyedchick]

What about Milton Berle?

[@IsaFinchelLove]

Only RuPaul can wear a suit with sandals. What a fashion queen 👸🏻

[@DB-xo6xh]

Can't like a comment when its at 666 🤘🏻😈🤘🏻

[@XcupcakeXhorrorshowX]

Ru's laugh is EVERYTHING

[@too_capricious]

It's so warm

[@rtjahyadi7868]

Love his laugh 😆

[@Chi45lou]

Yassss Mama! Ru was just talking about how drag would never be mainstream because he had never been invited on late night talkshows! This is a big deal!

[@floridawtr8722]

If she comes to one in drag it will be everywhere

[@omgitsBenjamin]

You must have read that article too.

[@iynque]

I feel like I'm crazy… I could have sworn I saw Ru, in drag, on a late night talk show when I was a kid. Maybe even Letterman or Leno. Did that not actually happen?

[@ronaldtrigeros2216]

he was on the Arsenio Hall show many years ago

[@Chi45lou]

Yes but in drag. In his recent nightline interview he said that they would only invite him if he was in drag and make him the joke. This was his first interview on late night as just Ru.

[@CrzyLion]

'I didnt come out, i was never in"

[@LegionIvory]

That was his point. He, unlike many, never had the leverage to be in the closet. Everyone knew long before he himself decided to be open about it.

[@rosy178]

"It made me feel beautiful." Awww! Your vulnerability and honesty are beautiful.

[@96powerpower]

I would have never imagined Stephen would turn out so fishy. 😂

[@slimeronio]

He panders.

[@disorientalism]

Right. Serving premium swordfish on a platter.

[@kobacha]

LMAO

[@destinybutyourdadjustcalls6662]

Very gorgeous

[@laurenpaumier2562]

I'm not sure I even believe it's him tbh she's too pretty 😆

[@dearmakeupdiary]

*I've got one thing to say: You better work!*

[@dearmakeupdiary]

WikeddTung ok... rephrase: you bettA wErk! ;)

[@jameslevy4688]

if you cant love yourself how in the hell are you gonna love someone else. can i get an amen

[@songbird989]

Amen! lol

[@amy4762]

+James Levy AMENNN

[@illusionofartYT]

+DearMakeUpDiary work!!! cover girl!!!

[@estrelarl2698]

just recently I saw him in an interview saying that he didn't think talk shows would ever be interested in having him and look at thissss I'm so happy

[@jwilliams7554]

I actually remember him performing on Arsenio if that counts

[@rhmotes]

I'll never understand why people dislike a video before they get the chance to watch

[@Laura-oe2dl]

i know...but just imagine if it had the word feminism in the title....the horror!

[@solorhurricane6956]

I'll never understand why people watch these at 3 in the morning

[@koalabanana1231]

+Solorhurricane 695 it's 11h30 here

[@12Avoid]

Considering how you have more upvotes than there are downvotes to this video. I would say that its a non issue here.

[@rhmotes]

+12 there were a few dislikes 2 minutes after it was uploaded

[@nettananni5451]

Stephen's drag was honestly good. Didn't expect it!

[@PixelJunkieOfficial]

If you can't love yourself, how the hell you gon love somebody else. Can I get an AMEN in here?

[@capcom23]

you can get a gaymen

[@samirabouslimi9703]

Pixel Junkie aaameeen

[@avirajsinhmahida6178]

AMEN

[@dragontuttle4391]

amen

[@marena8357]

AMEN

[@JB1996TF]

I have wanted this for so long. Bring back Raven! Stephen Colbert for guest judge on RuPaul's drag race!

[@Mayabee321]

One of the best late night interviews I've EVER seen! 👏🏼

[@Love.Protagonist]

the name raven is already taken.

[@mainepty]

Yes someone get Raven on this on Fashion RuView

[@LQOTW]

Yes, because there can only be one person named Raven. Evar.

[@mainepty]

+amsterdamsel Hmm I hope your being sarcastic. If not you should lookup Kate Hudson and Katy Perry or Michael Douglas and Michael Keaton. It explains why some performers change their names .

[@bradywood459]

+amsterdamsel he's speaking of the drag queen Raven... Not the actual name itself

[@LQOTW]

Brady Wood okay.

[@xshaniaxharrisonx]

I think the name Raven is already taken 😂😏

[@thenorwegian76]

What name isn't tho

[@JoshyJosh]

Stephen can be part of the house of Ravens?

[@MrOrogenesis]

+MegaSayitlikeitis The Aviary

[@narutomen10]

Looking at the picture Stephen was probably Raven before the existence of the Raven we know.

[@NellieKAdaba]

There are many people with that name, because I knew a girl with that name.

[@Daethaqt3000]

That nose is not pinched enough to be RAVEN!!!!

[@Iceyicez]

Well, He was born before Raven, and he was trying to be himself, not Raven. So. Stop comparing, it's rude.

[@mjpsy7121]

settle the fuck down

[@tizzynerd]

LMAOOOOOO

[@Iceyicez]

Well. I don't remember being heated. I don't know why I can't speak my mind without it being read in a harsh tone. You settle. :P

[@Iceyicez]

Lmao.

[@rebellehomme]

RuPaul is the best. So wise and amazing at conversation. This interview was brilliant. He's ALWAYS full of knowledge, history and stories. Love this.

[@Lyw1234567890]

Rupaul's laugh gets me every time I love ittt

[@Thevelvetrope1983]

RuPaul really is THE DRAG QUEEN. There isn't anyone that's come near taking that throne or being as fabulous as her!!

[@Onus6688]

When you read comments and people think drag queens are trans women... Lmao...

[@paulg6527]

Yes, people get that mistaken. Drag is something men (primarily gay men do) and as Rupaul said, "to get paid." They do not suffer from gender identity issues or undergo transitioning.

[@Salieri21]

Stephen is gorgeous as a man AND a woman.

[@Mr-DNA]

Anyone calling Stephen out for pandering needs to Google "Wigfield" right away. Because either that photo is (fictionally) legit, or he pandered to RuPaul thirteen years in advance. What a master!

[@warriorwaitress7690]

Thank you! I read Wigfield in the '90s when it came out, but my ex-husband got custody of our copy. I was pretty obsessed with SWC at the time, and since Stephen co-wrote Wigfield with Amy Sedaris and Paul Dinello, I was all over that shit! I will always reserve a special place in my heart for Jerry Blank, Chuck Noblet and Geoffrey Jellineck. And now for Raven of Wigfield as well.

[@quester09]

There was a stage show too.

[@Myrdwin]

"...is an actor, Drag Queen, model, author, and recording artist..." You forgot he's also the black Peewee Herman !

[@jvlixn]

Lmao. Shade

[@johnmavis9341]

+Julian Aguilar oh heeeeyy Julian!

[@JoshyJosh]

Coco Montrese! :)

[@jvlixn]

John Mavis hiiiieee

[@victorbarraza4910]

that read though XD

[@Jade-mm1wl]

so I guess he is the... Drag Queen Queen.

[@LQOTW]

Or, 'Queen Drag Queen'?

[@0nlinegrl]

She is mother

[@LQOTW]

MJ how about 'Queen Mother Drag Queen'?

[@0nlinegrl]

+amsterdamsel Rupaul, The Queen of the Drag Queens, Queen of Logo, Queen of World of Wonder, the breaker of closet doors, the first of her name.

[@LQOTW]

MJ Now, THAT is a Royal Moniker, for sure! Well done!

[@myryanpooh]

After learning about how rupaul feels about doing these shows I'm glad he was received so kindly and respectfully.

[@sophiedoggett1649]

If you can't love yourself how in the HELL are you gonna love somebody else? Can I get a amen?

[@peter12246]

AMEN!

[@isabelladorable3696]

*Insert Alyssa tongue pop*

[@byrellebrass7387]

Sophie Doggett AMEN

[@shadowqueen6485]

Now let the music play! 😁

[@freshlybakedbria]

HALLELUJAH! *covergirl blasts in the background*

[@monsteroc7420]

i remember see Ru at a punk club in LA in the eighties.......The personality is what makes Ru exceptional.....we knew that Ru was a star...........

[@TogetherAtLast]

HOLY STEPHEN LOOKS FANTASTIC

[@FrancesBaconandEggs]

Ru clearly doesn't know what happens at a gynecologist lol

[@TheMightyGinkgo]

I know! I'm like "Wait? they do that?!"

[@anahata2009]

Exactly! When Ru said "Did I say something wrong", I thought "Um . . yeah. Wrong, as in highly inaccurate."

[@lillywalls8505]

It's slang, bro. Meaning getting things checked on and made sure they're healthy and clean.

[@IceColdProfessional]

I don't get it. What did they bleep? Ass?

[@Iceyicez]

I'm pretty sure he does. He's just having a good ol kiki. Haha

[@dallyowally]

Stephen, to paraphrase Lil Poundcake, "you not the real raven and you never will be"

[@AlainBruno]

RuPaul is an icon.

[@kokkil7047]

he always dresses so cool

[@miguellet6034]

I like his personality

[@gelu4in]

yess

[@thatolas]

your abs are an icon!

[@istvanelekes8761]

nickgreu4ever omg i know i see him everywhere too

[@camilamenesesg]

i just love Ru , he's just awesome

[@excellentviolet590]

"THE DRAG QUEEN" is right😘

[@alexcr555]

Thank you Stephen for having him!!!!

[@nursepotassium]

The Beyonce of fucking Drag MAW MAH!!!

[@gtahoer]

chocolate rain guy has changed since then

[@NECKBRACEBRO]

Oh Shit!

[@gtahoer]

+demi I don't know how to react to your reaction I'm confused and laughing at the same time

[@gtahoer]

demi why not ?

[@bradywood459]

+demi look up chocolate rain of KZbin... It's a song... And they guy who sung it kind of looks like Ru

[@izzyhinchliffe326]

+demi Sweetie it's a song, she's not identifying his skin colour as chocolate or anything

[@KEYshineeMYP]

i fucking love rupaul. i love how he isn't sensitive to whatever people call him in and out of drag. he's just living his life and does't have time to give a shit about names.

[@PalmurcioWorld]

RuPaul has one of the best speaking voices I'be ever heard. Fresh, elegant and eloquent, I could be listening all day.

[@AlbertFu]

Gurl what shoes are Ru wearing lmao

[@chiqichiqi9073]

Feeble attempt at shade.

[@TheAirtrans]

I noticed that in his many interviews.Same shoes but I wouldn't care less $$$$$$$ If your are comfortable yes ,anything goes...as long as im comfortable for life

[@veronikablackwell]

haaay raaay 😉

[@Saiege]

He always wears those ^.^

[@ITSFULLOFSTARS1]

GUCCI...dear.

[@winnie9400]

Love Rupaul always positive and happy person.

[@disorientalism]

"I AM THE DRAG QUEEN." You betta tell 'em, Mama Ru.

[@Basementjacks]

omg rupaul 😱 yay to Stephen! 😍👏

[@rafamarck07]

RuPaul is a living legend for the LGBT, and for me he is THE drag queen of the world.

[@James-yl6mj]

PLEASE upload the entire interview pls, we love her

[@tamarkfir9688]

omg is that photo real? when did stephen do this? is there a tape and where can i get that tape?

[@starlabewild3919]

I just want that gaff tape tbh.

[@instantsoap]

It's from a book he did with Amy Sedaris and Paul Dinello called "Wigfield."

[@tamarkfir9688]

+Instant Soap did you read it?

[@frankinsaneandmyrrh1202]

wait holy shit is that really stephen? I am at a loss for words. stunning @A@

[@sharronperez2739]

I love RuPaul. Most fabulous holy being/deity in the entire universe and across multiverses. Gorgeous person inside and out.

[@kp5267]

love him. love EVERYTHING about him. he loves us all & wants everyone to do well for themselves. such a beautiful person

[@AtenRa]

If Ru wasn't undressing Stephen with his eyes before, he sure was once he saw the photo. Look at all that aahhssss. Yaaaaaahsssss!

[@singingrose4377]

I swear you think like me

[@bettatwilight]

i LIVE for rupauls laugh like i could be passed out on the floor for three hours & his laugh could bring me back to life he is a gem

[@brain_apostrophe_t]

There was another queen named Raven, but she done already done had hers's so...

[@witchynerdhermit]

I love RuPaul. He is so upbeat and positive. I feel happier just listening to him speak.

[@TheIsacarneiro]

Mamma Ru ❤️

[@TheIsacarneiro]

Btw, nice ass Stephen

[@williamcaine2462]

Steven, I am so appreciative of you; you are a compassionate man and so loving... Keep it up! No pun intended.

[@toledolights9]

God bless that Ru he is a legend and a inspiration

[@albethcajucom]

I just love listening to him ❤❤❤

[@L0Ldude11]

HE'S GOT SO MUCH SASS IT'S GREAT

[@irismuddyhehe]

so awesome ahha this is just great. I wish Raven were on video somewhere to watch!

[@bilboswaggins9921]

Ru's highlight is a beacon of hope for all of us.

[@yticivam]

Band always plays the right music. Makes the guest at ease right away.

[@unclvinny]

Gem of an interview. Happy Pride weekend everyone!

[@notthismovie]

I love how much confidence this man has ♥️😭🔥

[@koreyjackson6443]

He wasn't in drag because drag is a form of entertainment ... He wasn't getting paid to put on a performance he was getting paid to be interviewed ... He's all about that coin and drag is expensive and time consuming

[@tikab]

what a pair! i love Ru so much, so good to see him on a talk show.

[@auroraborealis7415]

Rupaul's laugh is everything!!!

[@JadeDragoness77]

I LOVE YOU RUPAUL!!!!!!! You are the most wonderfully humble and down to earth person. So lovely and graceful in everything you do. I am a fan for life. BIG HUGS!!!

[@jaffat3560]

Love RuPaul and yes RuPaul is THE DRAG QUEEN. 👍❤️

[@mihaiparvu5656]

Criiinge! .... I can't believe he treated Ru like he was a begginer. She is legendary honey!!!

[@dave5194]

Damn, how does he pull off a mustard yellow plad suite with a blue collar shirt?

[@basbleupeaunoire]

Because he's Ru fucking Paul!

[@shlomogoldnagel5385]

because both colours really compliment his skin tone.

[@SableMelody]

such an iconic interview.. you can feel the star power radiating through the screen

[@juandubruyn]

I can listen to Rupaul laugh the WHOLE DAY!!!!!!!!!

[@SweetMangoGaming]

This is the best interview I've ever seen on Colbert! XD

[@muggedinmadrid]

Salome : Bring me the head of Jon Batiste

[@JJRush_]

LMAO It took me a second, but when it hit me what u said I laughed my ass off!!! GOOD ONE!!! It was actually SO bad it was GOOD LMAO

[@muggedinmadrid]

lol. yeah I snuck in a convoluted pun. it was more 'wry/clever' than funny i guess. he he

[@muggedinmadrid]

humbled and flattered. :-) i was thinking of posting the line on every stephen colbert video in which jon batiste vocally disrupts stephen. it would become a running joke sort of. he he . but maybe the line would get annoying for other viewers.

[@blahhhh581]

I love him!!!! He is such a beautiful person!

[@ssgsorrels]

damn Stephen is looks amazing. holy crap.

[@hojung1437]

i love that stephen can make rupaul genuinely laugh i love when she laughs

[@dbertobis]

I love RuPaul as well as I love Stephen

[@nagaking07]

When RuPaul is impressed by your drag, you're doing something right.

[@unslaying5039]

" I am THE drag queen" FUCK RU MY EGDES ARE FUCKING GONE

[@ibuystuff]

I will never look at Colbert the same way again.

[@tommy2791]

damn, Colbert's got back!

[@foxymaryjane3540]

Both are beautiful souls

[@helllojerry7241]

I didn't even know rupaul was a man wtf

[@hashtagtylerh]

lol...

[@hashtagtylerh]

He has his own TV show called RuPaul's DRAG Race and he's known as the #1 Drag Supermodel of the world

[@erzulirose]

I think that's the biggest compliment he could get. :)

[@BBBJOT]

that's fucking hilarious

[@Lani012]

Omg for real? That is too cute lol 😊

[@starside7]

Yes, RuPaul you're the ultimate drag queen! This great personality is so rare to find in today's showbiz. He's just iconic!

[@exactly4615]

Rupaul:You can call me anything Stephen:Can I call you Jiggly

[@theinvinciblejasmine]

Yaaaaaaaas Colbert serving up fresh snapper!

[@mohammadkhan985]

omg rupaul finally mainstream

[@alcook8339]

That was amazing, two intelligent men, both on the same level talking. MORE MORE MORE.

[@dangerouslytalented]

He is a handsome man when he's not a she...damn pronoun trouble...

[@king-su9vm]

'I don't mind if you call me a he, she or regis of Kathy Lee' - RuPaul

[@king-su9vm]

***** Oh sorry it auto corrected!

[@hashtagtylerh]

Lol he's a handsome man and a beautiful woman

[@dangerouslytalented]

Charlie King He's the most handsome Regis I have ever seen.

[@JoshyJosh]

Ru has said he/she don't care what you call him/her

[@Hi-to-ri]

Rupaul has done so much good for all of us! Thank you mama!

[@marsiimel]

YAAASSS MOMMA RU!! SLAYYY xD she was never in! she was always out!

[@jaiblue25]

Haha I Love this. Stephen was as awesome as Ru, and you can tell Ru has a crush. Fantastic deeper conversation :)

[@GRIDAyourgirl]

Rupaul is everything! THE drag queen for sure! Tell em ru, the supermodel of the world

[@ydaphuck__youlyin6978]

Ru has such a great spirit!!!

[@orangepudding2]

RU FUCKING SLAYS MY ENTIRE EXISTENCE HOLY

[@phacelesshero]

Great interview. These two have good chemistry