Filipina drag sensation Marina Summers has wrapped up her journey on 'Drag Race: UK vs the World' with a sensational Top 4 finish!
Marina stole the show with a final look paying homage to the biodiversity of the Philippines, earning high praise from none other than Mama Ru herself. "You are so talented and on top of that there's a sweetness and a kindness there. You got this, kiddo. You were born to this," RuPaul gushed.
But alas, the final lip-sync showdown was the ultimate test, with fate determined by a spin of the wheel. Marina chose to face off against "Drag Race Down Under" star, Hannah Conda, grooving to Anastacia's "I’m Outta Love."
However, it was Hannah who clinched the victory, bringing Marina's journey to an end as a Top 4 finalist. "Marina Summers, I'm sorry, my dear, but this is not your time. Thank you for an amazing season. You are and will always be a global phenomenon," RuPaul consoled.
Ever grateful, Marina expressed her love and appreciation, hoping she'd made her fellow Filipinos proud.
"Ru, thank you so much for inviting this little Filipina on your big show. I am forever grateful and my lines are open for another call. But, honestly, I know I made a lot of Filipinos across the globe proud and thank you for giving me this opportunity. I'll always and forever be your Filipino winner," she said.
"I'm so proud of Hannah, and I am walking out as an international glamazon with international sisters, and for me, that's a win already," Marina declared, showcasing her trademark positivity.
For the next round, La Grande Dame of France and Tia Kofi from the UK performed "Boogie 2Nite" by Booty Luv. And for the final Lip Sync, Tia Kofi battled it out with Hannah Conda to "Your Disco Needs You" by Kylie Minogue.
As the curtain fell on this chapter, Tia Kofi snatched the crown, becoming the reigning champion of 'RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs the World.' Marina, blazing the trail as the first drag queen from the Philippines to compete internationally, leaves behind a legacy of glamour and grit.
With 'Drag Race Philippines' set for a third season alongside its Thai and French counterparts, the future of drag has never looked brighter. Marina may have bid farewell for now, but her spirit will continue to shine on stages worldwide.
