So you think you know a LOT about RuPaul? Without Mr. Google’s help? OK Here we go. You’ll get 7 points for every correct answer and 16 points for the bonus. Be honest, hunty…
1. Where was RuPaul Andre Charles born?
2. Ru was named by his beloved mother whose nickname was…?
3. What zodiac sign is Ru?
4. Where did RuPaul study theater?
5. Ru was the lead singer of a band in the 80s. What was the name of the band?
6. Where did RuPaul meet his husband Georges LeBar?
7. Where is Georges’ ranch?
8. RuPaul’s first feature film was…?
9. What X-rated film does Ru have a cameo in?
10. In ’94, Ru became the first drag queen to land a major cosmetics campaign for which company?
11. The title of Ru’s ’95 autobiography is…?
12. RuPaul’s favorite TV star is…?
BONUS: The “Ru” in RuPaul’s name comes from what? And what is Michelle Visage’s real name?
ANSWERS:
1. San Diego, CA
2. “Toni”
3. Scorpio. Born November 17th
4. North Atlanta School of Performing Arts
5. Wee Wee Pole
6. On the dance floor at Limelight in NYC
7. Wyoming
8. Crooklyn
9. “Dangerous Liaisons” (2005) by Michael Lucas
10. Mac Cosmetics
11. “Lettin’ It All Hang Out”
12. Judge Judy
BONUS: He was named by his mother, Ernestine Charles, a Louisiana native.
The “Ru” comes from “roux”, which is the base for gumbo. Michelle Visage was born Michelle Lynn Shupack.