Andrew Garfield is receiving praise from some fans after revealing some of his favourite drag queens. The actor's love of drag is not new. Garfield has previously appeared on RuPaul's Drag Race UK and publicly shown his enthusiasm for the art form. Now, a recent clip has brought that interest back into the spotlight.
A discussion shared on Reddit's r/Fauxmoi on 15 September featured Garfield naming several drag queens he enjoys. The post quickly attracted attention, with commenters praising his knowledge of the franchise and the performers he mentioned.
One Reddit user described the reaction as 'healthy masculinity'. Others also responded positively to Garfield's choices and his apparent familiarity with the show.
Andrew Garfield Knows His Drag Queens
Garfield's list includes several familiar names from the RuPaul's Drag Race franchise.
The actor mentioned Vivacious and Ornacia, two memorable figures associated with the show. He also referenced Jujubee, Alyssa Edwards and Jinkx Monsoon. Those choices became a talking point in the Reddit discussion. Some commenters were particularly amused by Garfield's mention of Vivacious and Ornacia, while others celebrated his appreciation for Jujubee and Jinkx Monsoon.
One commenter also pointed out that Garfield referenced Alyssa Edwards' famous 'Back Rolls' moment. The reference appeared to amuse viewers familiar with the franchise and its memorable moments.
Several commenters highlighted Garfield's familiarity with the show. His references went beyond some of the franchise's most recognisable names and included performers and moments known to long-time viewers. The references prompted positive reactions from several commenters in the Reddit thread.
Garfield's History With Drag Race
Garfield has a history with RuPaul's Drag Race that goes back several years.
In 2019, he appeared as a guest judge on the first series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK. He joined RuPaul, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel for the first episode, which aired on 3 October 2019.
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His connection with the franchise began even earlier. On 30 May 2017, Garfield surprised audiences at a London performance of the Werq the World drag tour. Wearing a wig, he took part in a lip-sync performance to Whitney Houston's 'I'm Every Woman'. He also performed a backflip during the routine.
The performance attracted attention from entertainment and Drag Race fans at the time. It also showed that his interest in drag extended beyond watching the television series.
Garfield also discussed RuPaul's Drag Race during interviews around the release of his 2017 film Breathe. In 2018, Billboard covered his reaction to Vanessa Vanjie Mateo's exit from RuPaul's Drag Race, further highlighting his enthusiasm for the programme.
Why Fans Are Calling It 'Healthy Masculinity'
The latest reaction is not simply about Garfield naming drag queens. For some Reddit commenters, his enthusiasm represents something broader. One commenter described the response as 'healthy masculinity'. The phrase was used in praise of openly admiring queer art and drag performers.
Other users focused on Garfield's specific choices. Some were particularly excited that Vivacious and Ornacia appeared among the names he mentioned. Others celebrated his appreciation for Jujubee and Jinkx Monsoon. Several commenters also referred to his previous appearance on Drag Race UK.
The discussion also reflects the wider reach of RuPaul's Drag Race. The franchise has introduced drag performers to audiences around the world and helped many queens become recognisable beyond traditional drag venues.
