Arts & Entertainment
Actor Tom Holland confuses ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ for car race
‘Avengers’ co-star Benedict Cumberbatch has to explain the correct meaning

Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Holland (Screenshot via Facebook)
While promoting the film “Avengers: Infinity War,” actor Tom Holland sent Twitter into a meltdown for confusing “RuPaul’s Drag Race” with car racing.
In an interview for Absolute Radio, Holland and co-star Benedict Cumberbatch were playing a game of “Showbiz Scenarios.” The game gives three celebrities and has the guests choose which celebrity would be best in that scenario.
Cumberbatch and Holland are asked “Who would win ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’? Tom Hiddelston, Bradley Cooper, or Robert Downey Jr.?”
“I think Downey would win at Drag Race because he has the fastest cars,” Holland replies.
Cumberbatch corrects Holland saying “Ah, it’s not that kind of Drag Race. RuPaul, man.”
Holland’s answer was also ironic considering he went viral for dressing in drag and lip-syncing to “Umbrella” on “Lip Sync Battle.”
Twitter reactions ranged from shock and awe to sympathy.
IM DYING SJSJS BTICH THEY ASKED TOM HOLLAND WHO WOULD WIN RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE AND HIS ASS SAID “RDJ CAUSE HE HAS THE FASTEST CARS” FUCJDDJDJD
— sarah (@holloser) April 19, 2018
Now has distinct visual of Tom Holland going to a ‘Drag Race’ themed party in a little racing outfit, looking at all the wigs and high heels and going: “Where are the cars?”
— Cumberchicken (@Cumberchicken) April 18, 2018
Benedict’s reaction “ahhhhh” ?? pic.twitter.com/iEOa0RhzXZ
— echo (@woah_noel) April 19, 2018
I CANT BELIEVE I STAN HIM https://t.co/9h4jQ2FAtB
— hana? (@heejinsoIs) April 19, 2018
Sports
‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay
Games to take place next month in Italy
“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.
Bars & Parties
Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans
Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance
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.
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.
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