

Onya Nurve was crowned the winner of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 17 on Friday. Image courtesy of MTV
Onya Nurve was crowned the winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17 on MTV Friday night.
Spoilers ahead! ⚠️ Condragulations to the winner of #DragRace Season 17 – America's Next Drag Superstar! pic.twitter.com/8UQQlHRR6E— RuPaul's Drag Race (@RuPaulsDragRace) April 19, 2025
Nurve beat out fellow finalists Jewels Sparkles, Lexi Love and Sam Star for the honor — and a $200,000 cash prize.
“Time and time again, Onya Nurve delivered that ‘something extra’ that made her our undisputed champion,” RuPaul said.
“Condragulations to all the queens, and especially our finalists, for serving one of the most competitive seasons in Drag Race herstory!”
Entertainer Liza Minelli was also presented with the Giving Us Life-time Achievement Award
The 10th edition of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars is set to premiere on Paramount+ on May 9.
RuPaul’s #DragRace is proud to present the Giving Us Lifetime Achievement Award to the one and only Liza Minnelli ❤️
“Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story” is now available to buy or rent on all major digital platforms. pic.twitter.com/nr6VuzOOGY— RuPaul's Drag Race (@RuPaulsDragRace) April 19, 2025