Historic Moment for Filipino Drag Queen at Cannes
Marina Summers has made a groundbreaking achievement as the first Filipino drag queen to grace the red carpet at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. This milestone highlights her role in representing the Filipino drag community on a global stage.
On Instagram, she proudly shared her excitement, saying, “So honored to be the first Filipina drag queen to be invited to walk the red carpet of [@festivaldecannes]. Such a big moment to be repping for the Filipino Drag and Queer community in the sea of people on the red carpet.”
Show-stopping Appearance and Glam Team Appreciation
Marina stunned attendees with her striking look, wearing a one-shoulder, sequined black gown paired with bold chain-link earrings. Her presence exuded a powerful Latina vibe that captivated the crowd.
She also expressed heartfelt gratitude to her glam team for helping her create this unforgettable moment, adding, “I owe you big time! I will forever treasure this moment! Love you!”
Starstruck Interaction at Cannes Red Carpet
Adding to the excitement of the evening, Marina shared a starstruck moment with Hollywood icon Angelina Jolie. She revealed on her Instagram story, “Guys, Angelina said I looked gorgeous tonight,” alongside a photo capturing Angelina’s admiring gaze.
Marina Summers’ Rise in the Drag Scene
For those unfamiliar, Marina first gained recognition as a runner-up on the inaugural season of “Drag Race Philippines.” In 2024, she made history again as the first Filipino drag queen to compete on “RuPaul’s Drag Race: UK vs. The World.”
She holds the unique distinction of winning three Lip Syncs for the World and earning three Golden RuPeter Badges, marking her as a standout competitor in the international drag community.
Marina Summers continues to break barriers and inspire many with her achievements. For more updates on Filipino drag culture and entertainment, visit Filipinokami.com.