Arts & Entertainment

‘Drag Race” star Manila Luzon proposes to boyfriend on stage

performed surprised boyfriend mid-performance

Published

9 years ago

November 7, 2016

The future Mr. And Mrs. Luzon ? #hesaidyes

A photo posted by Manila Luzon (@manilaluzon) on Nov 6, 2016 at 4:04pm PST

“RuPaul’s Drag Race” star Manila Luzon proposed to his boyfriend Michael Alverez on stage in the middle of a performance in Chile over the weekend.

In a video posted by Luzon on Instagram, the “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season three contestant is seen getting down on one knee and proposing to Alverez in Spanish. Alverez accepts and the two share a hug and kiss.

Luzon was previously in a relationship with “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season two contestant Sahara Davenport. Davenport passed away from heart failure in 2012.

Watch the special moment below.

I may have had too many pisco sours in Chile bcuz I just asked @micjrez to marry me on stage at @lemonlab_ (en Español!) ?❤️???

A video posted by Manila Luzon (@manilaluzon) on Nov 6, 2016 at 7:56am PST

Related Topics:Manila Luzon Michale Alverez RuPaul's Drag Race

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‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay

Games to take place next month in Italy

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22 hours ago

January 23, 2026

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(Photo courtesy of Crave HBO Max)

“Heated Rivalry” stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie will participate in the Olympic torch relay ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics that will take place next month in Italy.

HBO Max, which distributes “Heated Rivalry” in the U.S., made the announcement on Thursday in a press release.

The games will take place in Milan and Cortina from Feb. 6-22. The HBO Max announcement did not specifically say when Williams and Storrie will participate in the torch relay.

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Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans

Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance

Published

24 hours ago

January 23, 2026

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(Photo by New Africa/Bigstock)

Spark Social Events will host “Ru Paul’s Drag Race S18 Watch Party Hosted by Local Drag Queens” on Friday, Jan. 23 at 8 p.m.

Drag entertainers TrevHER and Grey will provide commentary and make live predictions on who’s staying and who’s going home. Stick around after the show for a live drag performance. The watch party will take place on a heated outdoor patio and cozy indoor space.

This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

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‘Queer Eye’ watch party set for Friday

DC Center to host event

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1 day ago

January 23, 2026

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Members of the cast of 'Queer Eye' speak at an event at Crush Dance Bar in August. (Blade photo by Michael Key)

The DC Center is hosting a watch party for an episode of the 10th and final season of “Queer Eye,” which was filmed in D.C. The screening will be held on Friday, Jan. 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Center.

The screening will last 45-55 minutes, with community time both before and after the episode. Drinks and snacks will be provided and organizers promise a “surprise or two.” For information on tickets, visit the DC Center’s website.