"Drag Race All Stars" 10 Winner Ginger Minj Faces Backlash from Co-Stars Over Podcast Claims

Ginger Minj, the winner of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 10, appeared on The Kelly Mantle Show on December 24, 2025, where she discussed her experience on the Paramount+ competition. During the episode, Ginger claimed that her co-stars were supportive to her face during filming but later criticized her publicly after the season aired. She stated that she felt safe being vulnerable with them in person, but they began "defecting" online for traction.

Ginger also shared a story about receiving the call to join All Stars 10 while in the hospital, a detail fans disputed by referencing her prior Entertainment Weekly interview. In that interview, she said she and Denali were performing on a cruise when they got the call, with Denali confirming the account. This inconsistency fueled accusations of dishonesty.

The backlash began swiftly. On December 30, 2025, Mistress and Jorgeous released a YouTube video titled "Dear Ginger Minj, Please Stop Lying," where Mistress showed phone records proving she never spoke to Ginger by phone. Jorgeous revealed behind-the-scenes details from the finale, noting they filmed a double crowning and that Ginger grabbed her hand, saying, "I knew it was going to be us two," before adding a comment about Broadway.

Daya Betty posted on social media, calling "bulls**t" on Ginger's claims and stating multiple cast members checked in on her, but conversations always centered on Ginger. She explained stopping outreach due to the one-sided dynamic. Acid Betty reposted Daya's statement with "Ditto" on Instagram Story.

Cynthia Lee Fontaine, Miss Congeniality from Season 8, posted that she reached out to Ginger, but Ginger isolated herself from the cast. She called it "not winner behavior" and urged Ginger to "do better."

All Stars 10, which aired earlier in 2025, was marked by debates over its rigging. Denali claimed it was "Ginger’s bracket," a "formatted, biased competition" favoring RuPaul's preferences. Fans questioned Ginger's wins, especially the final lip sync against Jorgeous. The season used a Tournament of All Stars format, amplifying scrutiny.

This drama echoes past Drag Race tensions, where subjective judging and production choices spark discourse. Queens like Denali have highlighted how the show favors certain performers.

Within the LGBTQ+ drag community, this feud underscores challenges of visibility and support. Cynthia Lee Fontaine emphasized unity, urging focus on respect amid attacks from governments, religious groups, and conservatives. She wrote, "As a winner and drag artist, you should be lead by looking for unity and respect for this artistry that has been under attack."

The conflict highlights how drag performers, including transgender and queer artists, navigate public scrutiny while fostering inclusivity. Fans and queens express frustration over perceived favoritism, but many affirm the talent across identities in the competition. Ginger has not publicly responded to the latest accusations as of January 2, 2026.

The ongoing beef reflects the passionate fandom surrounding RuPaul's Drag Race, a platform celebrating diverse LGBTQ+ expressions. As episodes continue airing, more insights may emerge, but the call for accountability and solidarity remains central.