Rupaul 39-s Drag Race Season 12 Episode 10 ((link)) -

Before we dive into the makeover, let’s set the stage. By Episode 10, the "Fraud Squad" (the nickname given to the season's remaining queens after the disqualification of a previous contestant) had been whittled down to five fierce competitors:

The challenge also featured a narrative of "teamwork," as the queens had to coordinate their outfits and the flow of the show. Watching the prep work in the Werk Room, viewers could see the stress levels rising. This was the last chance to make an impression on the judges before the finale.

The stakes were simple but massive: Win the challenge, and you secure your spot in the finale with a track record that demands respect. Falter, and you risk going home just shy of the finish line. rupaul 39-s drag race season 12 episode 10

In a rare move for Episode 10 (typically reserved for the penultimate elimination), RuPaul saved them both. This confirmed what viewers already knew: the top 4 was too strong to cut just yet. Heidi lived to see another day, and Gigi kept her shot at the crown.

RuPaul declared it a double shantay (you both stay). Before we dive into the makeover, let’s set the stage

, praised their undeniable family resemblance and Jaida's impeccable makeup skills on a different skin tone. Crystal Methyd (and her daughter Opal Methyd

) wowed the panel with a whimsical, Bert-and-Ernie-inspired clown concept, though she narrowly missed the top spot. and presented a sleek "Scandinavian winter" look, while Sherry Pie and achieved a twin-like resemblance. The Lip-Sync & Results Jackie Cox and Heidi N Closet found themselves in the bottom two. This was the last chance to make an

The bottom two queens were and Jackie Cox . They faced off in a high-energy lip-sync to "Kill the Lights" by Alex Newell, DJ Cassidy, and Nile Rodgers.

The two faced off in a high-stakes lip-sync to .