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Shea’s verse was surgical—every bar a scalpel. Miz Cracker’s was clever, hiding venom in puns. India Ferrah tried to expose a secret alliance that didn’t exist and ended up exposing only her own desperation. RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 5 : The
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, the elimination is decided by a majority group vote from the remaining contestants, and the $10,000 tip rolls over to the next week. Production & Reception
The contestants on All Stars 5 are:
Charity Tip: The $10,000 lip sync prize went to a charity selected by the winning All Star, adding a philanthropic layer to the competition.