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UK vs the World’ Season 3 names Top 4 queens set to headline grand finale

After weeks of fierce competition, "RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs the World" Season 3 has officially named the four queens advancing to the grand finale, each vying for the coveted title of the next Queen of the Mothertucking World.

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<p>After weeks of fierce competition, &quot;RuPaul&#x27;s Drag Race: UK vs the World&quot; Season 3 has officially named the four queens advancing to the grand finale, each vying for the coveted title of the next Queen of the Mothertucking World.</p><p>In the semifinal episode, “Olympian Makeovers,” which aired early Wednesday, March 11 (Philippine time), Fontana, Gawdland, Kate Butch, and Mariah Balenciaga secured their spots in the grand finale after delivering transformations worthy of Olympic glory.</p><p>The episode also saw The Only Naomy miss a coveted spot in Top 4 after losing the lip-sync battle against Kate Butch.</p><p>Despite the bittersweet exit, Naomy left the competition with pride, sharing that she felt accomplished with how far she made it compared with her earlier run in her debut season.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>FONTANA</strong></div><p>A runner-up on &quot;Drag Race Sverige&quot; Season 1, Fontana introduced herself to the global stage with an immediate bang, winning the premiere episode after defeating Gawdland in the lip-sync for the win.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DTQcmLIiedc/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A2847999%2C%22ls%22%3A2847738.1999998093%2C%22le%22%3A2847950.299999714%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1111" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>The Brazilian-Swedish queen followed that up with a high placement in the next challenge, though her journey soon hit turbulence after landing in the bottom twice during the Snatch Game and acting challenge. Fontana regained her momentum with strong performances in the remaining episodes.</p><p>As the first-ever representative of Sweden to compete in the &quot;UK vs the World&quot; arena, Fontana now carries the hopes of her franchise into the finale. Will Sweden’s historic debut be crowned with victory?</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>GAWDLAND</strong></div><p>Representing Thailand, Gawdland entered the &quot;UK vs the World&quot; arena carrying a strong reputation from Bangkok’s drag scene and a successful run on &quot;Drag Race Thailand&quot; Season 3.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DTQP4uElIsS/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A2885133.5999999046%2C%22ls%22%3A2847738.1999998093%2C%22le%22%3A2847950.299999714%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1111" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>She also becomes the third Thai queen to compete in the global spin-off, following Pangina Heals in Season 1 and Siam Phusri in &quot;Slaysian Royale.&quot;</p><p>For several weeks, Gawdland delivered a consistent string of high and top placements, along with two coveted RuPeter Badge wins. Although she encountered a minor stumble in the semifinal makeover challenge, her presentation was still strong enough to keep her out of the bottom — making her the only finalist this season without a single bottom placement.</p><p>Her appearance in the finale also marks the second attempt by a contestant from an Asian Drag Race franchise to claim the UK vs the World crown, following Marina Summers in Season 2.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>KATE BUTCH</strong></div><p>When Kate Butch first wheeled into the werk room during &quot;RuPaul&#x27;s Drag Race UK&quot; Season 5, she did so with an effervescent theatrical flourish that quickly had the judges — and most crucially, RuPaul — laughing.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DTQbbCOCXEE/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A2912216.6999998093%2C%22ls%22%3A2847738.1999998093%2C%22le%22%3A2847950.299999714%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1111" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>That same comedic energy has carried through in the competition, where she represents the UK in this year’s global showdown.</p><p>Kate currently sits among the queens with two RuPeter Badge wins, after topping the girl group and stand-up comedy challenges. She also scored several high placements, though she had to fight for her life in the semifinal.</p><p>Lip-syncing to “Left Outside Alone” by Anastacia, Kate channeled raw theatrical intensity and campy drama to edge out Naomy and secure her place in the finale.</p><p>Her advancement continues a strong streak for UK representatives. For three consecutive seasons, a British queen has reached the grand finale — and taken the crown. Blu Hydrangea and Tia Kofi previously defended the home turf. The question now is whether Kate can make it a three-peat victory for the UK — or if another queen will topple the streak.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>MARIAH BALENCIAGA</strong></div><p>Widely regarded as one of the drag universe’s original icons, Mariah Balenciaga returned to the competition with grace, class, and renewed determination following her earlier appearances on &quot;RuPaul&#x27;s Drag Race&quot; Season 3 and &quot;All Stars&quot; Season 5.</p><div><br/></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DTQT6xJFMdi/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A2942546.9000000954%2C%22ls%22%3A2847738.1999998093%2C%22le%22%3A2847950.299999714%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1111" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-6" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Although her previous runs ended earlier than expected, Mariah mounted a redemption arc in UK vs the World, collecting two RuPeter Badge wins along the way.</p><p>Her track record throughout the season has been mixed, including a bottom placement during the stand-up challenge where she sent home Zahirah Zapanta, who famously dubbed herself the “Mariah Balenciaga encyclopedia.”</p><p>Her advancement to the finale also marks the return of a queen from the US franchise to the UK vs the World final stage since Mo Heart and Jujubee in Season 1.</p><p>Now on her third appearance across the Drag Race franchise, Mariah stands closer than ever to the crown. Could the third time finally be her charm?</p><div><br/></div><p>As the grand finale approaches, only one question remains: Who will claim the title and headline as the next Queen of the Mothertucking World?</p><div><br/></div><div><em>Catch the grand finale of &quot;RuPaul&#x27;s Drag Race: UK vs the World&quot; Season 3 on Wednesday, March 18 (PH time), on WOW Presents Plus. </em></div>

<p>After weeks of fierce competition, "RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs the World" Season 3 has officially named the four queens advancing to the grand finale, each vying for the coveted title of the next Queen of the Mothertucking World.</p>

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'UK vs the World’ Season 3 names Top 4 queens set to headline grand finale

Marilag Odtohan,

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Published March 11, 2026 04:23 PM PHT

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