RuPaul’s Drag Race star Alaska recently claimed on her podcast that Lea Michelle ignored her at the 2017 Grammy Awards. Alaska discussed her experience of being in drag at mainstream awards shows and reflected on how some celebrities are uncomfortable with drag performers who challenge the facade of Hollywood glamour. She alleged that Michelle and Kris Jenner seemed uninterested and unhappy at the event. Alaska also mentioned previous negative interactions between Michelle and her co-stars, including accusations of bullying. Michelle has since apologized to some of her Glee co-stars and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to learn from her past behavior. The incident at the Grammy Awards highlights the ongoing tension between mainstream celebrities and drag performers, with Alaska’s podcast comments adding to the conversation about the treatment of drag queens in Hollywood. The story raises questions about the acceptance of drag culture in mainstream entertainment and the importance of respecting all performers, regardless of their art form. Michelle’s behavior at the awards show serves as a reminder of the challenges that drag queens face in the industry and the need for greater understanding and acceptance.
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Alaska from Drag Race accuses Lea Michelle of ignoring her at Grammys
