Drag Race Season 17 Contestant Opens Up After Talent Show Setback

RuPaul's Drag Race season 17 competitor Hormona Lisa has candidly shared her emotions following a challenging performance in the show's talent competition.

The drag performer, who made her debut in the popular reality TV show's seventeenth season, faced the possibility of elimination in just the second episode. After struggling in the talent show and losing her lip-sync battle in the bottom two, Hormona Lisa managed to stay in the competition by pulling the right lever on the Badonka dunk tank.

Hormona Lisa's journey on Drag Race has been a rollercoaster, making her one of the most talked-about queens of the season. Her ability to remain in the competition has left fans both surprised and impressed.

Finding Positivity in Adversity

In a heartfelt message shared on X/Twitter on Tuesday, January 14, Hormona Lisa spoke about her desire to find positivity in every challenge she faces.

"Growing up, I was in speech therapy and didn’t really start talking clearly until the 2nd grade," she wrote. "Even then, it took years for me to speak without a stutter. To have made it through this experience – on the biggest stage for drag – without stuttering is something I’m incredibly proud of," she continued.

Hormona Lisa also revealed that she battles with "a panic disorder" that can cause her to faint if she becomes too anxious. This condition has greatly influenced her performance capabilities on the show.

She shared, "Was I nervous? Absolutely! But through years of therapy, I’ve learned to manage that nervousness instead of letting it shut me down completely."

Overcoming Obstacles

Further compounding her difficulties, Hormona Lisa explained that her talent show performance wasn't even her original choice. "On top of that, this wasn’t even my first choice for talent – or my second. I spent weeks rehearsing my original talent, only for the costume to fall through," she revealed.

The drag artist went on to say, "It was a very specific look, and there was no way I’d get it in time. So I pivoted and spent a few days rehearsing my completely new idea, but delays with the track mastering meant I wouldn’t have it ready in time either."

Despite these setbacks, Hormona Lisa remains "so proud" of her progress. She emphasized her resilient spirit, saying, "I didn’t give up – I adapted and moved on."

With a touch of humor, she ended her statement by saying, "Also, my mom thinks I’m funny, so…"

The Competition Continues

Drag Race season 17 features 14 fresh queens vying for the crown. Contestants include Acacia Forgot, Arrietty, Crystal Envy, Hormona Lisa, Jewels Sparkles, Joella, Kori King, Lana Ja’Rae, Lexi Love, Lucky Starzzz, Lydia Kollins, Onya Nurve, Sam Star, and Suzie Toot. Each queen brings their own unique flair to the runway, all competing for the coveted title.

The new season airs on Fridays on MTV in the US and on Saturdays on WOW Presents Plus in the UK, keeping fans eagerly awaiting each new episode.

Hormona Lisa's journey on Drag Race is a testament to her determination and spirit. Despite the challenges she faces, she continues to find strength in her experiences and aims to inspire others with her resilience.