WATCH: ‘Drag Race All Stars’ ruveals season 5 cast, VH1 release

ABOVE: The cast of “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” season five. Photo courtesy VH1.

VH1 has revealed the cast of “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” season five, which in a surprise move will premiere on the network June 5 at 8 p.m.

“All Stars” features fan favorite contestants from previous “Drag Race” seasons, each vying for a coveted spot in the “Drag Race Hall of Fame.” The series was originally slated to premiere on Showtime.

Each network is owned by ViacomCBS. VH1 noted the switch was a response to “the impact of COVID-19,” which “resulted in various scheduling and programming adjustments.”

“Viewers will get a chance to see their favorites act, sing, dance, sew, and lip sync for their legacy,” their press release reads. “The last queen standing will waltz away with the ‘All Stars’ crown, a spot in the ‘Drag Race Hall of Fame’ and a cash prize of $100,000.”

According to host and executive producer RuPaul, the fifth season’s 10 contestants and fans are in for some surprises.  “For ‘All Stars 5,’ we’ve come up with a new twist that is so twisted it’s guaranteed to twist your twisted minds,” he shared.

You can watch VH1’s ruveal below:

The full cast – including Tampa Bay alum Alexis Mateo – is also detailed below, via VH1:

Alexis Mateo (Season 3, All Stars 1)

Twitter: @AlexisMateo79, Instagram: @Miss_Alexis_Mateo

BAM! Alexis Mateo came to season three and made it to the top three before being eliminated. She got her second chance competing in a team on “All Stars” 1, but again fell short of the crown. Now the jig is up! Alexis is back for “All Stars” 5 to secure her spot in the “Drag Race Hall of Fame!” Sickening, no?

Blair St. Clair (Season 10)

Twitter: @BlairStClair, Instagram: @Blairst.Clair

She do declare! It’s Blair St. Clair! Since season 10, this young queen has really grown and “glown-up,” and now she’s ready to be your star! Will she shine bright enough to take the “All Stars” crown?

Derrick Barry (Season 8)

Twitter: @DerrickBarry, Instagram: @DerrickBarry

It’s Derrick, B*tch! On season eight, Derrick Barry struggled to show she’s more than just a Britney Spears impersonator. Derrick is back on “All Stars” 5 to prove she is stronger than yesterday! She is ready to display the full spectrum of her drag and snatch her spot in the “Drag Race Hall of Fame.”

India Ferrah (Season 3)

Twitter: @IndiaFerrah, Instagram: @IndiaFerrah

India came into season three with over-the-top glam looks, but was critiqued for having an under-the-radar personality. She’s gone down in herstory for being picked up by another queen during a lip sync for her life. On “All Stars” 5, this high-kicking queen is ready to pick up where she left off and remind everyone that Drag is not a contact sport!

Jujubee (Season 2, All Stars 1)

Twitter: @Jujuboston, Instagram: @Jujubeeonline

Jujubee first dazzled the world with her humor, heart and beauty on season two and then again on All Stars season one. But despite her efforts, Jujubee has never made it to the top. What about her?! What about Jujubee?! Is “All Stars” 5 her chance to prove the third time really is the charm?

Mariah Paris Balenciaga (Season 3)

Twitter: @MUG4DAYZ, Instagram: @MUG4DAYZ

On season three, Mariah, aka Mariah Paris Balenciaga, aka Mariah Successful, was known for her beauty, grace, and mug 4 dayz! She was eliminated after underperforming in Snatch Game, but now Mariah is back on “All Stars” 5 to show the world that this versatile ball queen is ready to take the grand prize!

Mayhem Miller (Season 10)

Twitter: @TheOnlyMayhem, Instagram: @TheOnlyMayhem

The drama is here! Mayhem Miller crashed the “Drag Race” party on season 10! She started strong, winning the very first challenge, but a peck of pickle problem put her in the bottom, and she sashayed away too soon. Now this L.A. favorite is back to stake her claim on the Hall of Fame. Is it finally Miller time?

Miz Cracker (Season 10)

Twitter: @Miz_Cracker, Instagram: @Miz_Cracker

“Okay, it’s time for Cracker!” Season 10’s self-described Jewish Barbie brought smarts and sass to the game – even as she struggled to get out of her head. Now this blonde, beloved New Yorker is back to take a crack at the “All Stars” crown!

Ongina (Season 1)

Twitter: @Ongina, Instagram: @Ongina

On season one, Ongina captured the hearts of millions with her charisma, uniqueness, nerve, talent and beautiful bald head! Now this high energy Queen is back for “All Stars” 5! Will she make up for lost time and take her spot in the “Drag Race Hall of Fame?”

Shea Couleé (Season 9)

Twitter: @SheaCoulee, Instagram: @SheaCoulee

Chicago in the house! Shea Couleé came to season nine to SLAY not PLAY! And “slay” she did, snatching four wins on her way to the Grand Finale, before a shocking shower of rose petals sent her packin’. Equal parts bougie and banjie, this polished powerhouse now has her eyes on the “All Stars” prize!

“RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” season 5 premieres June 5 at 8 p.m. on VH1. “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 12 currently airs Fridays at 8 p.m. on the network, followed by “RuPaul’s Secret Celebrity Drag Race” at 9:30 p.m. “Untucked” at 11 p.m.

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