: This episode marked the debut of Carson Kressley and Ross Mathews as permanent judges, replacing Santino Rice.
The premiere of Season 7, " Born Naked ," originally aired on , and is frequently cited as a turning point in the series' production and tone. It introduced 14 new queens and marked a major shift in the judging panel and show terminology. Key Episode Highlights
: Violet Chachki took the first win of the season, praised for a bold "nude" look that relied on actual skin rather than heavy padding or flesh-toned hosiery. [S7E1] Born Naked
: The title refers to RuPaul’s signature philosophy and lyric: "We’re all born naked, and the rest is drag".
: Tempest DuJour , the oldest contestant ever to appear on the show at that time, was the first eliminated after a lip-sync against Kandy Ho to RuPaul’s "Geronimo". Notable Production Changes : This episode marked the debut of Carson
The episode is available for streaming on platforms such as Paramount+ and Apple TV . "RuPaul's Drag Race" Born Naked (TV Episode 2015) - IMDb
: This episode officially retired the "She-Mail" moniker for RuPaul's video messages, replacing it with the now-standard "She done already done had herses". Key Episode Highlights : Violet Chachki took the
: Critics at The A.V. Club gave the episode a 'B' rating, noting that while it prioritized looks over personality, it was an "immensely entertaining season opener". Where to Watch