Myki Meeks was crowned the winner of RuPaul's Drag Race season 18 during the April 17 finale. The episode featured original song performances by the finalists, a special appearance by Miley Cyrus, and the crowning of Jane Don't as Miss Congeniality. Paramount+ also announced that All Stars 11 will premiere on May 8.
The season 18 finale of RuPaul's Drag Race aired on April 17, showcasing performances from finalists Darlene Mitchell, Myki Meeks, and Nini Coco. Darlene sang 'Cooking With Gas,' Myki performed 'Versatile,' and Nini delivered 'Stimulate' with tight choreography. Miley Cyrus received a Giving Us Lifetime Achievement Award, joined by Miss Congeniality Crystal Envy and season 17 winner Onya Nurve on stage. TVLine reader polls had predicted Myki as the frontrunner with 62% of votes to win, though Darlene led in fan preference at 50% . RuPaul first eliminated Darlene Mitchell, placing her third and awarding her a $10,000 tip. 'I'm sorry my dear, but this is not your time,' RuPaul told her, as fellow contestants cheered. Darlene responded with humor, asking, 'Are you sure?' before sashaying off. Crystal Envy announced Jane Don't as the new Miss Congeniality. Jane Don't accepted gracefully, saying, 'Well, congeniality is not something the women in my family generally aspire to... You are the best prize that I think any of us gets, so thank you so much. I love you, I love you, thank you!' The final lip sync for the crown pitted Myki Meeks against Nini Coco to Miley Cyrus and Naomi Campbell's 'Every Girl You've Ever Loved.' Highlights included Myki's spins, Nini's death drops, and Nini's purse reveal turning into a puppet. RuPaul declared Myki Meeks the winner, succeeding Onya Nurve as America's Next Drag Superstar. During the episode, Paramount+ revealed that RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 11 and All Stars: Untucked will premiere with two episodes each on May 8.
