‘I had two non-negotiables’: Danny Beard spills on Drag Race UK spin-off
Danny Beard says she’s created a RuPaul’s Drag Race UK spin-off series that hardcore fans will “actually want to see”. Our current reigning champion is set to embrace her inner “Big Brother’s Little Bit on the Side” with The After Shave, a “good old fashioned recap series” that will air each week after the main show.
As the host of the series, Danny will reflect on the latest Drag Race UK episode (out of drag) before interviewing the eliminated queen backstage in the werkroom (in drag). “I pull up a director’s chair and sit them down for a good ol’ chin-wag, going through all the drama,” Danny tells GAY TIMES.
Danny, who did not receive an Academy Award nomination for her critically-reviewed season four impersonation of Davina McCall, says she was inspired by the legendary Big Brother host when ‘prodding and poking’ the contestants for tea.
The After Shave isn’t just about drama, however: it’s another chance for the queens to showcase their charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent. “We’ve got some nice and funny moments out of the queens and it’s nice that they’re all getting to show another look,” says Danny. “They’re also getting to share a bit more of themselves on camera, which didn’t happen on any other season.
