RuPaul Net Worth 2022: Mama Ru Earns THIS Much Every Episode of 'Drag Race'
Dubbed as the most famous drag queen in the world, RuPaul has been using his experience to be an inspiration to the younger generation as well as be an advocate for the LGBTQIA+.
Born RuPaul Andre Charles, the TV personality pioneered the art of drag into the mainstream media by creating his Emmy Award-winning show "RuPaul's Drag Race."
After 14 regular seasons, six all-star spin-offs, and countless international franchises like Spain, France, the United Kingdom, the Philippines, Holland, and more, fans want to know how much is RuPaul worth today.
According to Celebrity Net Worth, the "Supermodel of the World's" net worth sits around a whopping $60 million.
Style Caster reported that the drag entertainer makes money mainly from his award-winning reality TV competition show as well as other outlets.
He earns money by being an executive producer for "Drag Race" franchise outside the United States and other spin-off shows like "Canada's Drag Race" and "RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race."
The "Catwalk" hitmaker also took over the world of acting as he was the creator and lead actor of the hit Netflix show "AJ and the Queen." However, it was canceled after one season.
Outside television, RuPaul also earns money from making music as he is a recording artist. In total, he released 13 studio albums.
Other projects include his Colorevolution makeup collaboration in 2013, her perfume "Glamazon," and books "Lettin' It All Hang Out" and "Workin' It!"
In a previous interview with "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," the TV star revealed the most surprising thing he's done for money before earning millions of dollars from show business.
RuPaul said he used to sell "little bags that have dimes in them" because it's helpful for people who constantly drive and need a parking space.
How Much Does RuPaul Earn Per Season of 'Drag Race?'
According to a previous report by TV Guide published in 2013, RuPaul earns a shocking $50,000 per episode of "Drag Race."
At the time, the reality show would produce between nine and 15 episodes per season. The outlet calculated his annual earnings from the series, and he's reportedly taking home an average of $800,000 per season.
As of this writing, it's unclear how much RuPaul has made in recent seasons.
