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You are here: Home / LGBTQ+ / Top 10 Most Inspiring RuPaul Quotes of All-Time
Top 10 Most Inspiring RuPaul Quotes of All-Time

Top 10 Most Inspiring RuPaul Quotes of All-Time

August 13, 2022 By Cade Hildreth

To call American drag performer, TV host, actor, and recording artist, RuPaul Andre Charles inspiring would be an understatement. As the most commercially successful drag queen in the world, with global fame from hosting his own reality drag competition series RuPaul’s Drag Race, RuPaul is known for his witty truths.

Get motivated with these RuPaul quotes that will challenge the way you think!

Top 10 Most Epic RuPaul Quotes

Before we get into these quotes, let’s explore a bit more about who RuPaul is. In the 1980s, RuPaul was a struggling filmmaker and musician, who always found a way to stand out. He hustled in underground cinema, worked as a club dancer, and performed in drag, among other creative and entrepreneurial endeavors.

Overtime, Rupaul became known not only for his outrageous outfits, but also for his can-do attitude towards life.

By 1996, The RuPaul Show premiered on VH1. It was an American talk show that was hosted by RuPaul, who hosted it in full drag. It was one of the first national TV shows in the U.S. to have an openly gay host.

By 2009, Rupaul premiered the first season of RuPaul’s Drag Race, a reality TV series that depicts him as he hosts a competition to identify “America’s next drag superstar.” The show has now aired for 12 consecutive seasons. It has also given birth to spin-off shows, such as RuPaul’s Drag U, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars and RuPaul’s Secret Celebrity Drag Race.

RuPaul’s ability to embrace himself has inspired millions to do the same, so it’s no surprise that in 2017, Rupaul was part of Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people. That same year he made history as the first drag queen with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

To capture Rupaul’s wit and widsom, below are ten of Rupaul’s most inspiring quotes of all-time.

1. “If you can’t love yourself how in the hell are you gonna love somebody else?”

This quote RuPaul reminds us of the importance of self-love, which should never be overlooked.

Relationships don’t work unless you love yourself too, otherwise, you’re measuring your worth by someone else. This is the core of Ru’s philosophy. Love yourself first.

2. “We’re all born naked and the rest is drag.”

According to Ru, drag has very little to do with someone assigned male at birth putting on a wig, padding, and makeup, or in the reverse, someone assigned female at birth embodying traditionally male characteristics.  Rather, drag is whatever we adapt to in life, be it to fit in or stand out.

To Rupaul, drag is everything. Drag is life. Drag is anytime we put on an outfit and choose how to present ourselves to the world.

3. “When you become the image of your own imagination, it’s the most powerful thing you could ever do.”

So much of RuPaul’s career was bringing the image of imagination, or his vision to life. Ru is right, that is the most powerful thing anyone can do.

Drag can be anything. Whatever you’ve always dreamed for yourself, when you make it a reality, that is a personal victory.

4. “I feel like you’re being sabotaged by your inner saboteur.”

Sometimes we’re our own worst enemy. That little voice inside your head that tells you your vision or dreams are stupid or unattainable. Sometimes that voice wins and we give up, but deep down we always wonder “what if.”

In RuPaul’s world, our biggest villain lives within us all. This is our “inner saboteur” which pumps up your fears and tells you to give up. While the outside world might fuel your inner saboteur, the real force that holds you back from achieving your goals and dreams is your inner dialogue.

This short conversation between Rupaul and the drag queen Katya will both give you a laugh and drive home this key point.

So tell that voice to take a seat and shut up!

5. “What it says on your driver’s license isn’t really who you are—you are something much greater than that.”

This goes back to the quote that we’re all born naked and the rest is drag. You can’t define yourself by your age, height, sex, name or what you look like when you’re snapped by a DMV camera.

You can be whoever and whatever you want to be. Don’t let labels define you or hold you back from achieving your dreams and living as your truest, most authentic self.

6. “The overall commentary on what I’m doing is saying, ‘Hey look! I get to create whatever persona I want to, and it’s all up to me. And the truth is, we are all basically the universe—pretending to be humans for a brief moment of time.’”

Life is too short to be caught up or live as someone you don’t want to be. Not one of us knows what we’re doing. We’re all exploring as we go, just as everyone before us has done.

We are all living here for just a moment of expression in the universe. So we might as well make the most of that moment and shine.

7. “Fulfillment isn’t found over the rainbow—it’s found in the here and now. Today I define success by the fluidity with which I transcend emotional land mines and choose joy and gratitude instead.”

While Dorothy was singing about somewhere over the rainbow, really she should’ve focused on the here and now. This goes in line with spiritual teacher Eckhart Tolle, who teaches about embracing the power of now. Make the most of every moment and live life fully.

Also, gratitude is scientifically proven to increase happiness.

Personally, I do daily gratitude in the morning, evening, and every time I need a boost during the day.

It has a massive impact on my mental state and I’m grateful for the practice of gratitude. (*See what I just did? That’s how easy it is to practice gratitude!) 

8. “That is the key to navigating this life—don’t take it too seriously. That’s when the party begins.”

When you take life too seriously it’s hard to have fun. You will be able to get through this life with so much more ease if you laugh at your doubts, fears, and failures.

Life is meant to be celebrated, so commit to enjoying it.

9. “It’s very easy to look at the world and think, this is all so cruel and so mean. It’s important to not become bitter from it.”

The world can be harsh and we’re living in a time where there is so much hate in the world. But we can’t let that get us down.

While the haters are going to hate, you have to keep doing you. Or as Ru puts it, “If they ain’t paying your bills, pay them bitches no mind.” Right?

Don’t give the haters your time, keep focusing on yourself.

10. “You know, the matrix says, ‘Pick an identity and stick with it. Because I want to sell you some beer and shampoo and I need you to stick with what you are so I’ll know how to market it to you.’ Drag is the opposite. Drag says, ‘Identity is a joke.'”

We’re born naked, the rest is drag. Instead of picking just one identity and having that define you, drag tells you identity is flexible, fun, and you can be whoever you want to be.

Rupaul Quotes for Every Occasion

After reading these inspiring RuPaul quotes, try applying Ru’s mindsets to your own life. Embrace life, have fun, present authentically, and be exactly who you were born to be.

Which RuPaul quote if your favorite and did it make this list? Share your answers in comments below.

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Because it’s the New Year, let’s talk about ch Because it’s the New Year, let’s talk about change...

For a long time, I’ve thought about top surgery. I remember when I was 6 or 7 years old when I wanted to run around outside on a hot, sunny day with my shirt off…and I first saw my parents… hesitate. Ughh. 

It wasn’t their fault but I still remember that heart wrenching feeling. To their credit, they ultimately said, “Ok, go do it!” While I did “do it”, I remember the feeling of shame that crept in.

Over the years, being in affirming sporting/rugby circles helped suppress the urge to get top surgery, but it never quite “stayed down.”

So last summer I got keyhole #topsurgery. I’ll talk about recovery in another post because it was definitely weird to not strength train for months.

But in THIS post, I want to share two things:

1. I am SO grateful to my wife Erin for being the supportive and growth oriented partner that she is. 🥰🙏❤️ 

She is now following her call to get a divinity degree and she’s already working in ministry as a Pastor in Training at an incredible, inclusive Presbyterian church here in Virginia. I am grateful to her for supporting me as I become more and more of who I am—and I’m enjoying watching her do the same! Love you, babe!

2. Second, I’m grateful to get to share who I am with my family. This summer we took a trip to Madden’s resort in MN to celebrate my parent’s 50th wedding anniversary. (It was actually their 52nd, because we had to postpone it twice due to Covid.)

I was nervous to be in the pools and lakes around them, but I could feel it was my only choice because I knew I wanted them to “know me”. And, how could that happen if I “hid me”?

Ultimately, I have to tell you…it was freeing to be me, as I am, who I am. 

I had the BEST time splashing around and biking and goofing around with my wife, niece, nephew, & sister. 🌊🏖🐟

So, I suppose, this is a gratitude post to thank those who have supported me over the years as I become more and more of who I am. 

Top of that list is my wife, Erin, but there are countless others. ❤️

If you’re reading this, thank YOU for being one of those people in my life too. I am deeply grateful. 🥹
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1. Good and bad are labels. All things are experiences. 

2. Maturity is taking full responsibility for oneself. 

3. Having a loving, conscious relationship with myself is a core value. 

4. Emotions do not mean that anything has to be done. 

5. When I am in congruence with what I want, I have it. 

6. I have permission from myself to stop doing anything that doesn’t lead to my peace and empowerment. 

7. Stepping toward emotions and being able to feel them is a superpower. It determines the quality of my life. 

(Are there any above that you’d like me to further explain?)
 
Most importantly, which # above resonates with you? ⬆️

Happy New Year, y’all! 🎊🥳
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Interview with Jenny Nguyen, Founder of the Sports Interview with Jenny Nguyen, Founder of the Sports Bra—The World's 1st Bar to Only Play Women's Sports - shorturl.at/doGHZ

I'm excited to introduce you to today's #podcast guest, Jenny Nguyen, who is a professional chef, elite athlete, and entrepreneur.

I invited Jenny onto the podcast because she has done something extraordinary that is long overdue: She has opened up a sports bar that exclusively plays women's sports!

Despite extensive research, Jenny hasn't found another sports bar worldwide that ONLY plays women’s sports.

Given that it's nearly 2023, this is mind-blowing. As a lifelong athlete, I find her vision compelling and inspiring.

Aptly called the "The Sports Bra", the venue is putting Jenny's culinary skills on display alongside women's sports worldwide.

The Sports Bar has taken its mission a even further by partnering with and elevating other local, women-owned businesses.

Specifically, it:

1. Sources its grass-fed beef from @CarmanRanch, an ranch run by Cory Carman, a third gen rancher out of Wallowa, Oregon).

2. Sources its alcohol from Freeland Spirits, an all-women owned and operated distillery out of NW Portland.

3. Has furniture built by @girlsbuild_org, a non-profit organization headed by @ktmhughes in Portland, OR, that teaches carpentry and construction skills to young girls as a path to empowerment.

Since opening the Sports Bra this April, people have come from ALL over the U.S. and the world to experience it—including many professional female athletes.

To learn more about Jenny as she makes history, features women's sports, and elevates women-run businesses, listen to the episode here:

shorturl.at/doGHZ

Or, you can check out the Sports Bra at:

@thesportsbrapdx
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Have you heard of the Sports Bra or been out to experience it in person?

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Over this recent holiday stretch, we… - enjoye Over this recent holiday stretch, we… 

- enjoyed some quiet time at home
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- decorated for the holidays
- baked a bunch
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- did some sight seeing
- and perhaps, most importantly, survived the cold snap along with our feather friends (who lived in the garage for a few days so we could heat them with a space heater) 🥶🐔

How have the holidays treated you…and did you get hit by the winter storms? ❤️🎁☃️❄️
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