Myki Meeks Crowned Winner of RuPaul's Drag Race S18

Myki Meeks, an Orlando-based drag performer, was crowned the winner of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 during the show's finale, which aired on MTV. The 28-year-old queen from Central Florida emerged victorious in a tense lip sync battle against runner-up Nini Coco to Miley Cyrus's "Every Girl You've Ever Loved," securing the title of America's Next Drag Superstar and a $200,000 prize along with a custom makeup palette from Anastasia Beverly Hills.

The finale featured the top three contestants: Meeks, Coco, and Darlene Mitchell. Mitchell, known for her charismatic Midwestern style and roast performance earlier in the season, was eliminated before the final showdown. Meeks and Coco each performed original songs—Meeks with the versatile showtune "Versatile" and Coco with the meticulous "Stimulate"—showcasing their vocal talents and personal brands. Judges praised Meeks for her blend of charisma, wit, and vulnerability, noting her evolution from an underdog to a dominant force.

Meeks's path to victory was marked by resilience. Entering the Werk Room as a self-described "gorgeously stupid, stupidly gorgeous drag ingénue," she struggled initially, landing in the bottom during the...