My gender identity is a bad woman.
Im a girl who dresses as a man for a living.
Tenderoni has done his best to put drag kings in the spotlight.
Im working on creating new content and concepts for my drag in the next year, he says.
I would love to play bigger audiences.
My superlative would be Most Likely to Be Rhinestoned.
Rhinestones are my No.
1 accessory, and I will never be caught without them.
How do you feel about anti-drag laws popping up across the nation?
What would you say to lawmakers who are opposing the art of drag?
There are so many other problems this country needs to focus on, like gun or abortion laws.
What were some of your go-to songs or artists in high school?
My go-to artists in high school were Missy Elliott, Black Eyed Peas, 112, and Michael Jackson.
1 song back then and is still one of my favorite songs to perform to this day.
Her style is unmatched, and she is one of my No.
1 inspirations for my artistry.
Tell us about yourself-careroutine and mental health tips.
I really love to take baths.
It sounds cheesy, but a bath bomb and a good podcast really do wonders for me.
I also go to therapy once a month to ground myself and to give me a monthly vibe refresh.
My decompressing routine consists of watchingLaw & Order: SVUreruns and eating snacks.
What is the most memorable drag show youve ever attended?
The most memorable drag show Ive ever attended isSasha VeloursSmoke & Mirrors.
The way Sasha approaches drag is so masterful and creative, like nothing Ive ever seen.
Who are your favorite drag performers and why?
My favorite drag kings areLandon Cider,King Molasses, Tyquan,Dusty Bahls, andYur Unkle.
All of these entertainers really inspired me when I started drag and keep inspiring me to create new things.
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
This article was originally published onJune 15, 2023
