The Winner of 'King of Drag' Is a Brooklyn Clown

Competition show King of Drag crowned its season two winner on Sunday night: Lollygag, a multi-hyphenate Brooklyn-based clown, dancer, and tattoo artist. Hosted by comedian Cameron Esposito, the show’s second season had a stacked cast of judges, including legendary drag performers like Gottmik, actor Vico Ortiz, and the show’s co-creator Damian Pelliccione. Its eight contestants hailed from drag scenes across the country and included a wide variety of artistic approaches to the art form. Papi Chulo, Chase Lounge, Trade, D. Vour, Twinka Masala, VERA!, Cyrus K. Stratton, and Lollygag all faced group activities, performances, and wildcard elimination challenges as they competed for the crown. The entire cast of King of Drag us a breath of fresh air in the sparse world of transmasculine, queer masc-of-center, and drag king representation on screen, which is why there’s been over 200 watch parties across the country for this season alone. Much like King of Drag itself shining light on the underrepresented world of drag kings, Lollygag’s win is a spotlight on the irreverent and undeniably queer art of clowning. From the second their vibrant green mullet entered the “Man Cave,” where contestants spent much of their time getting ready for challenges, Lollygag stunned judges and fellow contestants alike, making him a contender to watch. Incorporating not just a clown aesthetic but also the actual act of clowning into his performances, Lollygag brought physical humor, silliness, and sincerity to new challenges every week. See on Instagram “Lollygag reminded us that drag king artistry has no single shape,” Christopher J. Rodriguez, King of Drag co-creator and Revry Chief Creative Officer, says. “They brought fearless comedy, real heart, and a completely original point of view to every challenge, and they used the clown tradition to say something sharp and honest about masculinity.”Before celebrating his win at queer nightlife venue 3 Dollar Bill, located in