RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 Exclusive: Secret 15th Queen and On-Set Romance Revealed

The library isn't just open; it's practically exploding. Ahead of the RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 premiere, a chaotic group interview has spilled more tea than a Victorian parlor. According to Entertainment Weekly, the new cast of queens didn't hold back, revealing on-set kisses, emotional breakdowns, and the existence of a mysterious '15th queen' who was allegedly scrubbed from the final edit.

The RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 Mystery of 'Crystal'

While only 14 queens are officially competing, the cast collectively swore that a secret 15th contestant named Crystal was with them on set. Rumors suggest she was disqualified after a lackluster lip-sync to 'Mambo No. 5.' "You could see her give up," shared Jane Don't, while others joked that she was simply "edited out." This urban legend of the Drag Race workroom is already setting social media ablaze before a single heel has hit the main stage.

Adding to the drama is a full-blown showmance. Athena Dion and Vita VonTesse Starr confirmed rumors of their on-set sparks by making out mid-interview. The chemistry culminated in a playful proposal from Vita, proving that while the crown is the goal, some queens are walking away with much more than just a title.

Vulnerability Beyond the Glamour

It wasn't all shade and secrets. Mandy Mango opened up about embracing her non-binary identity through the competition. Meanwhile, Vita VonTesse Starr gave a tearful tribute to the sisterhood that pulled her out of a deep depression. Her emotional testimony highlighted that for many, RuPaul's Drag Race is as much about mental health and healing as it is about fashion. Catch the premiere this Friday at 8 p.m. ET/PT on MTV.