Naomi Clarke,BBC NewsbeatandGeorgia Levy-Collins,BBC NewsbeatBBCThe Drag Race UK finalists were put through their paces one last timeThe UK’s next drag superstar has been crowned by RuPaul.Elle Vosque, Catrin Feelings, Bones and Silllexa Diction were put through their paces one last time.Warning: This article contains spoilers for Drag Race UK’s series seven finale.The four finalists sat down with judges RuPaul and Michelle Visage to reflect on their time on the reality show, serving up some dazzling final looks before Silllexa and Catrin were asked to sashay away. Bones and Elle later went head-to-head in a lip-sync battle for the crown, performing to You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real) by US disco singer Sylvester.BBC/World of Wonder/Guy LevyBones entered the world of drag seven years ago and is now a popular fixture in Soho’s scene in LondonFollowing a lively performance, Bones was declared the winner and secured the £25,000 cash prize. The drag star described the show as the “most amazing experience” after collecting the sceptre from series six winner Kyran Thrax.Bones stayed true to her witchy boho aesthetic for her final perfomance outfit, donning a floaty black gown paired with black leather thigh-high boots and gloves. While Elle, who hails from west Belfast, contrasted in a bubblegum pink dress with a tulle skirt and sparkly bodice. Originally from Stalybridge, Greater Manchester, Bones entered the world of drag seven years ago and is now a popular fixture in London’s Soho scene. The 25-year-old, known as Paul Greaves out of drag, picked up three “RuPeter” badges throughout the series, which are awarded to the winner of the maxi-challenge each episode. During her sit-down with RuPaul and Michelle, Bones was joined by her mother Diane. She said her parents had been “so supportive” when she was growing up and she has tried to pass on that love to others within her community who didn’t receive the same care.Bones also confessed she was surprised she won the “roast” challenge, where the contestants have to write and perform jokes about their fellow contestants.The drag queen, who channeled Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher for the stand-up skit, said she hopes pushing herself out of her comfort zone will be the start of a “positive change” for her public speaking. BBC/World of Wonder/Guy LevyBones, known as Paul Greaves out of drag, was joined by their mother Diane during the finalDrag Race fan Benjy Kusi told BBC Newsbeat that he feels Bones is a “really worthy winner”.”I thought Bones always devoured the runway, they have such a great presence whenever they hit the stage,” he said. One of the highlights of the series saw the contestants give makeovers to a line-up of celebrities. Bones transformed classical singer Charlotte Church into her drag sister, named Blood, and the pair donned co-ordinated cream silk and lace outfits as part of a vampire wedding fantasy. Benjy said the makeover was “one of the best makeovers out of all the seasons of Drag Race”.Bones entered the world of drag seven years ago and is now a popular fixture in Soho’s scene in LondonDrag Race remains popular, but fans have complained that various spin-offs, including versions in Europe, Canada and Australia, have over-saturated the brand.And, after six years on our screens, there are those who think it could do with a makeover of its own.Benjy said he thinks the UK version would attract “greater engagement” if the show reflected the “amazing, beautiful diversity of the scene” more. Drag performer and fan Nick agreed the show reflected only a “tiny slice” of drag culture in the UK. “People want to see something new, people go: ‘Oh look it’s another bunch of early-mid 20’s, primarily white queens who are skinny doing the same-old, same-old,” they added.”It’s very flattened and we don’t learn as much.” Listen to Newsbeat live at 12:45 and 17:45 weekdays – or listen back here.
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RuPaul’s Drag Race UK crowns seventh queen
