Drag Race co-creator warns of TV representation 'crisis' after BBC drops show

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What happened

The BBC is cutting the show because of financial pressures, sparking discussion about LGBTQ+ representation on TV.

Key facts

  • Reported by BBC Culture and published Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:49:23 UTC.

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