Bindi and Robert Irwin.Photo: Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic
Bindi Irwinand her younger brotherRobert Irwinwill serve as guest judges for the second season ofRuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under.
On Tuesday,Entertainment Weeklyrevealed that the Australian animal conservationist siblings would appear on the first episode of season 2 alongside permanent judgesRuPaul, media personalityMichelle Visageand comedianRhys Nicholson.
“How could we not be involved in a show as fun and iconic asRuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under? We’re big fans and were chuffed to help kick off the new season, especially after Art Simone’s hilariousSnatch Gameimpersonation last year!” the Irwins toldEWin a joint statement.
They added, “We can’t wait to see how all ourDown Underkanga-rus go this season.”
After Bindi, 24, and Robert, 18, make their series debut,Xena: Warrior PrincessstarLucy Lawlesswill join the judging panel for the second episode of the season, according toEW.
“I absolutely loved being part of the new season ofRuPaul’s Drag Race Down Underand can’t believe I got to sit beside RuPaul, Michelle, and Rhys!” she shared, per the outlet. “Of course I know a thing or two about being a warrior princess but these new queens are absolutely next level. So fierce and so fabulous, I was in complete awe and am really looking forward to seeing how they all go!”
Lucy Lawless.Jason Mendez/Getty
The new guest judges follow in the footsteps of Olivia Newton-John, Kylie Minogue, The Veronicas and Troye Sivan, who all appeared on the show’s first season.
The trailerfor the upcoming season of the competition series teases that fans will see “some of the best Australian drag talent.”
The contestants include Aubrey Haive, Beverly Kills, Hannah Conda, Faúx Fúr, Kween Kong, Minnie Cooper, Molly Poppinz, Pomara Fifth, Spankie Jackzon, and Yuri Guaii, according toVariety.
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TheCrikey! It’s The Irwinsstar commemorated the occasion on Sunday with a series of photos and a thoughtful caption about the past year. The photos, credited to her younger brother, showed a family picnic with a gorgeous view and a two-tiered birthday cake.
Also on display was a brand-new hairstyle for theDancing With The Starsseason 21 champ. Bindi showed off a chic above-the-shoulder lob while posing with husbandChandler Powelland their daughterGrace Warriorin a series of shots.
“The last year has been filled with enormous growth, unpredictable/challenging times and above all, love beyond my wildest dreams,” shewrote, in part. “Without them realizing, my sweet family has given me the greatest gifts this year through their extraordinary actions each and every day.”
Bindi continued, “My darling daughter, the gift of finding beauty in all things and running towards happiness (and bubbles, which are the same thing to her) with an open heart. I’m grateful for another trip around the sun and another year to do my best making difference in this world.”
Season 2 ofRuPaul’s Drag Race Down Underpremieres July 30 onWOW Presents Plus.
source: people.com
