Camillaroi’s drag queen Pomara has arrived at the fifth judging session for RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under.
Speaking exclusively to Daily Mail Australia, the star revealed that she wanted more information from judges RuPaul, Rhys Nicholson and Michelle Visage before being eliminated.
“I didn’t get a lot of feedback from the judges all the time, I was safe, safe and then out,” he said.
RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under star Pomara (pictured) took fifth place on the show’s judging panel following her elimination.
He added: “I didn’t really get anything from them. And it was a little disappointing. I would like to know more.
Pomara, who is of Aboriginal and Maori descent, was unfortunately eliminated in the third episode of the season after joining drag queen Beverley Claw for a drag brunch.
The duo, who were willing to work together despite being polar opposites, ranked as the last two.
After being named the best voice acting of her life so far by the other contestants, Pomara unfortunately failed to impress the judges and was told to ‘Sashay Away’.
“It’s a little bittersweet, you know?” He said about removing it. “Filming takes a lot longer than what you see on TV. And we’re all a little tired. And we were tired.
Pomara, who is of Aboriginal and Maori descent, was unfortunately eliminated in the third episode of the season after having a murder with drag queen Beverley at a drag brunch.
“I was like, I can relax! But I really wanted to share my message of positivity and share what I’ve been through and I hope there are people out there who might be going through the same thing, seeing someone like them on TV and knowing they’re going to be okay. ‘
“I just hope I got that message before I went.”
During the show, RuPaul said that Pomara and Beverly’s drag performance “felt like two people being forced together”.
“I really wanted to share my message of positivity and share what I’ve been through,” Pomara told Daily Mail Australia.
“Do you think I should go? Not. “But that’s the hand you’re going to get,” she added. “At least I can say that I lost doing my best”
Pomara said that despite losing the competition relatively early on, she is confident she did her best and walked away “with no hard feelings” towards the remaining drag queens.
“Do you think I should go? Not. But this is the hand you will be dealt. I think he should have left some other team. Neither, he continued.
“At least I can say that I failed to do my best and I failed someone who was doing their best.”
For her show, Pomara wore a stunning red dress inspired by and dedicated to her indigenous culture.
Now there are only seven contestants left in this season of Drag Race Down Under. Pictured (left to right): Yuri Guay, Faux Fury, Aubrey Heave, Molly Poppins, Beverly Kils, Spanky Jackson, Quinn Kong, Hannah Konda, Pomara the Fifth, Minnie Cooper
“When you were riding that lane, you couldn’t tell me that shit. I felt amazing. I felt great. It’s one of my favorite outfits I’ve ever worn,” she continued.
“I really wanted to represent [my culture] And as soon as they said that the theme of the catwalk was red, I fell in love with the big red stone: Uluru. I really tried to channel that and bring it into my outfit. Yes, it was very special for me.
Only seven contestants remain this season of Drag Race Down Under: Beverly Hills, Hannah Konda, Quinn Kong, Minnie Cooper, Molly Poppins, Spanky Jackson and Yuri Guay.
RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under airs exclusively on Stan, with new episodes available on Saturdays at 4pm.
The remaining queens in RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under
Beverley Kils (Brisbane, Queensland), 21
Beverly Keels started drag just a few months after her 18th birthday.
Not just a pretty face, she offers something extra with her burlesque, including a good kick and a fiery breath.
Beverley Kils (Brisbane, Queensland), 21
Hannah Konda (Sydney, New South Wales), 30
After conquering the Perth drag scene, Hannah Konda took a leap of faith and headed to Sydney in 2015.
He founded “Drag Storytime” in 2016, where he reads to children while dressing to teach them about inclusion, acceptance and love.
Hannah Konda (Sydney, New South Wales), 30
Quinn Kong (Adelaide, SA), 29
Originally from New Zealand and of Tongan and Samoan descent, Quinn Kong currently resides in Adelaide.
She is the matriarch of the Haus of Kong, a drag collective that aims to change the lives of its young recruits, on and off stage.
Quinn Kong (Adelaide, SA), 29
Minnie Cooper (Sydney, New South Wales), 49 years old
Minnie Cooper is considered drag royalty on the Sydney circuit, with an illustrious career spanning over 20 years.
In 2016, she was a semi-finalist on Australia’s Got Talent, combining her drag and musical theater talents.
Minnie Cooper (Sydney, New South Wales), 49 years old
Molly Poppinz (Newcastle, New South Wales), 30
Molly Poppins initially made a name for herself in Vancouver after struggling to find the confidence to do drag in her hometown of Newcastle, NSW.
In 2018, she was crowned Vancouver’s “Fartest Queen” before returning to Newcastle to build a thriving drag community.
Molly Poppinz (Newcastle, New South Wales), 30
Spanky Jackson (Palmerston North, New Zealand), 37
Spanky Jackson is a New Zealand drag artist best known for winning a $10,000 cash prize in Kiwi’s House of Drag series.
He is the official host of the Wellington International Pride Parade and a charming reporter who resides in the small towns around Aotearoa.
Spanky Jackson (Palmerston North, New Zealand), 37
Yuri Guai (Auckland, New Zealand), 25 years old
From the age of 18, Yuri Guay has been doing drag for eight years, starting in the Oakland drag scene.
Having studied fashion design, her secret weapon is her sewing skills and she is known for creating all her own spectacular drag outfits.
Yuri Guai (Auckland, New Zealand), 25 years old
Source: Daily Mail
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