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Ginger
Minj
Many “RuPaul’s Drag Race” fans were shocked
when Florida’s Ginger Minj wasn’t crowned
America’s next drag superstar. But who needs
a title to truly soar? (Ask “losers” Adore Delano
or Jennifer Hudson.) The Minj is one of the most
well-rounded queens to emerge from “Drag
Race.” She sings, acts, dances and has a knack
for camp and comedy. Her turn as Edith Massey
in a John Water’s challenge was a Season 7
highlight. And new single and video “Ooh La La”
is poised to keep her flame burning bright.

Pride
Superstar
The annual singing competition is now in its ninth year.
And this season’s crop of singers are the most diverse
yet. They run the gamut from Broadway to pop, camp to
country, Latin to soul. “Drag Race” star Alyssa Edwards
guest judges and performs –9:30 p.m. June 16 at
Meteor Lounge (2306 Genesee). And the finale unfolds
with lots of surprises –9:30 p.m. June 23 at South Beach
(810 Pacific). The winner gets $1,000, studio time at the
legendary Sugar Hill Recording Studios and spotlights
in the Pride parade and festival.

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