RuPaul's Drag Race Yvie Oddly Clarifies Not Quitting Drag

Yvie Oddly, winner of RuPaul's Drag Race season 11 and contestant on All Stars 7, sparked widespread speculation by posting a flyer for an August 22, 2025, yard sale suggesting she was quitting drag. In a series of clarifications, including an exclusive interview with Entertainment Weekly, she revealed the post was a deliberate troll aimed at fans who often jump to conclusions, not an actual retirement announcement. Yvie, who has Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, acknowledged that her drag performances have slowed, but she is not quitting entirely and remains active through projects like writing, music, and podcasting. She emphasized that many drag queens who say they are quitting usually continue performing in some capacity, asserting that "the only way a queen quits drag is through death." Additionally, Yvie expressed frustration about how her disability is often misinterpreted by fans, who assume her health is the sole reason for changes in her career. Ultimately, Yvie used humor to reclaim the narrative and maintain her connection with fans while managing her health and career evolution.