Cameron Esposito is stepping into the spotlight as the new host of Revry’s groundbreaking drag king competition series, “King of Drag.” The comedian, actor, bestselling author, and LGBTQ+ advocate will lead the show’s eight-episode second season when it premieres on September 20. Esposito will be joined by a newly assembled Kings’ Court featuring regular judges Gottmik, Vico Ortiz, and series co-creator Damian Pelliccione. The forthcoming season will also welcome a rotating roster of celebrity guest judges and bring back several memorable performers from Season 1.
Esposito arrives at “King of Drag” with experience spanning stand-up comedy, television, acting, writing, and LGBTQ+ advocacy. The new host is known for the comedy specials “Four Pills” and “9 Months,” along with appearances across Netflix, HBO, Hulu, and Peacock.
“We are bringing an extraordinary host and group of guest judges to the Kings’ Court,” Christopher J. Rodriguez, the show’s co-creator and Revry’s co-founder and chief creative officer, said in a press release sent to The Blast. “Cameron Esposito brings bold new energy and razor-sharp wit to the series, while guest judges Dustin Lance Black, Yvie Oddly, and Ginger Minj turn Season 2 into must-watch television.”
Gottmik And Vico Ortiz Join The Kings’ Court
Season 2’s regular judging panel brings together several prominent figures from across drag, television, and LGBTQ+ media. Gottmik, who competed on Season 13 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and “All Stars 9,” will join the Kings’ Court as a trailblazing transmasculine drag artist.
Actor, drag king, and LGBTQ+ advocate Vico Ortiz will also serve as a regular judge. Ortiz is widely recognized for their role in “Our Flag Means Death.” Rounding out the main panel is Pelliccione, the co-creator and executive producer of “King of Drag.” He is also the co-founder and CEO of Revry and the host of the “Mic Drop” podcast.
‘King Of Drag’ Season 2 Unveils Celebrity Guest Judges
A wide-ranging list of celebrity guests will join the Kings’ Court throughout the season. The lineup includes Dustin Lance Black, the Academy Award-winning screenwriter behind “Milk” and the director, writer, and star of Revry’s four-part documentary series “Rock Out.”
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 11 winner Yvie Oddly will also appear alongside “All Stars 10” winner Ginger Minj, whose screen credits include Netflix’s “Dumplin’” and Disney’s “Hocus Pocus 2.” Additional guest judges include comedian and “The Daily Beans” podcast host Dana Goldberg, singer-songwriter Frankie Simone, trans model and actor Laith Ashley, and several competitors from the show’s first season.
Season 1 finalist Henlo Bullfrog will return after becoming known for theatrical stagecraft incorporating airbrush, special effects, and extensive character lore. “Mr. Congeniality” winner King Perk and former contestant Big D will also take seats on the panel.
The involvement of former contestants will extend beyond the judging panel. Tuna Melt, Charles Galin King, Pressure K, Alexander the Great, and Buck Wylde are scheduled to make cameo appearances during the second season.
“The return of Season 1 standout kings signals more than nostalgia; it’s a direct reinvestment in the drag king community that the show set out to elevate,” Pelliccione said. “These are artists, activists, and entertainers who understand the power of performance and the importance of uplifting underrepresented voices. We are honored to have them join us again.”
The series was created to spotlight the talent, artistry, and cultural influence of drag kings, many of whom come from lesbian, transmasculine, nonbinary, and other queer communities that have historically received less visibility within mainstream drag entertainment.
Through its performances and challenges, Season 2 will continue examining masculinity while encouraging contestants to reinterpret what it can look like.
‘King Of Drag’ Returns After A Successful First Season
Revry is expanding the series following strong engagement with its first season. According to the network, Season 1 generated more than 33 million minutes watched and attracted 2.2 million viewers.
The competition also reportedly earned 3.8 billion media impressions across broadcast and digital platforms while inspiring more than 200 watch parties around the world. The show’s inaugural season additionally received two nominations at the 2026 Queerty Awards.
With Esposito taking over as host, a new Kings’ Court in place, and former contestants returning, Revry is positioning Season 2 as an even larger celebration of drag king artistry. E.l.f. Cosmetics will return as the presenting sponsor, with its products incorporated into the season’s broader exploration of how masculinity can be reclaimed, reshaped, and expressed through performance.
“King of Drag” Season 2 premieres September 20 at 9 p.m. ET exclusively on Revry. The streaming network is available for free through the Revry app and across supported platforms and devices worldwide.
