RuPaul Makes History As Most Emmy Wins For A Black Artist

On September 19, RuPaul officially became the first Black artist to win the most Emmy Awards in history.

According to People, RuPaul has now secured 11 wins after he won the Outstanding Competition Program, making the show the most-awarded reality competition at the Emmys.

“Wow, thank you so much to the Academy and all of you gorgeous people here tonight. All of the people at World of Wonder and Viacom-CBS who have been so wonderful, but really thanks to all of our lovely children on our show from around the world. You know, they are so gracious to tell their stories of courage and how to navigate this difficult life, even more difficult today. This is for you. And for the kids out there watching. You have a tribe that is waiting for you. We are waiting for you, baby, come on to Mama Ru. Thank you so much,” he said during the speech.

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The RuPaul’s Drag Race host was featured on the show’s official Instagram alongside other members of the show’s cast and was given a very special shout-out. 

“Condragulations to our very own Supermodel of the World @rupaulofficial on becoming the most awarded Black artist in #Emmys history!  Thank you @televisionacad for the honor! #DragRace.”

RuPaul’s Drag Race first came out in 2009 and has led to the creation of various spin-offs like RuPaul’s Drag U

, RuPaul’s Drag Race All-Stars, RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked, and RuPaul’s Secret Celebrity Drag Race. RuPaul’s Drag Race won Outstanding Competition Program over shows like The Amazing Race, Nailed It!, Top Chef, and The Voice.