Jinkx Monsoon is a multifaceted creative force who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. As a two-time winner of RuPaul's Drag Race, she has solidified her position as a trailblazing performer. Her impressive Broadway debut in 2023 as Matron "Mama" Morton in Chicago was met with critical acclaim and commercial success, breaking box office records during her extended 10-week run. She later returned to the show in 2024 for a two-week encore, once again shattering her own single performance gross record.
Jinkx has also made a name for herself in the world of off-Broadway productions, taking on the role of Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors opposite Corbin Bleu in 2024. Her impressive performance was followed by a spectacular debut as the new fan-favorite villain Maestro in the popular television series Doctor Who. Her extensive touring schedule has seen her perform original cabaret shows with music partner Major Scales, including the hit Off-Broadway sensation The Vaudevillians.
Throughout her career, Jinkx has received numerous accolades, including the Gregory Award for her portrayal of Hedwig in Hedwig and the Angry Inch and The MAC Award for original show The Ginger Snapped. Her upcoming Carnegie Hall debut on Valentine's Day 2025 promises to be an unforgettable experience, as she takes the stage with her critically-hailed album "Jinkx Monsoon: Live at Carnegie Hall."
Jinkx's international fan base was first established after her win on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 5 in 2013, and she continued her winning streak on RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 7 in 2022, where she was crowned "Queen of All Queens" and won the competition against all previous winners.
In addition to her work in television and theater, Jinkx has also lent her voice to several animated shows, including Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake, Steven Universe, Helluva Boss, Mighty Magiswords, and Bravest Warriors. As a recording artist, Jinkx has released three critically-hailed albums of original music written by Major Scales, including her most recent The Virgo Odyssey (2022),The Inevitable Album, and The Ginger Snapped.
