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Pandora Nox made Drag Race history as the first cis gender female queen to take the crown on the inaugural season of Drag Race Germany. This Austrian queen, based in Vienna, is changing the game with her unique and eco-friendly approach to drag. A talented dancer and contortionist, her performances are a mesmerizing blend of skills. From a traditional upbringing to becoming a self-employed drag artist, Pandora’s journey showcases her determination.
From her first mini challenge, where she dominated the fairytale photo shoot to her take on Arnold Schwarzenegger in the Snatch Game and her stunning runway looks, Pandora proved that she’s a winner, baby (and her eye makeup is top notch.)
We had the chance to talk to the newly crowned (and newly engaged) queen about her drag journey, her experience on Drag Race Germany and lots more in our exclusive interview.
What it’s like being the first AFAB winner of any Drag Race franchise and making her-story?
So, there are two sides of the question. So, on the one hand, how I feel, for me, it’s definitely the biggest accomplishment ever. Also, because I started watching Drag Race like 10 years ago and I always thought that it would be amazing to compete and take part of it, but I’m not living in the U.S. and I’m a woman. And so, ten years later, I’m the fucking winner of Drag Race Germany, so, it’s definitely the best feeling ever.
And on the other hand side, how others might feel about this, I have a feeling that it has a really big impact on the whole scene as well. Not only for women, but ln general. Like, of course, for other women who are doing drag…and not even necessarily just about drag. Also, because I think for some people it can be really encouraging also like, achieving goals that they think they are not able to accomplish. But both sides are amazing and I love it.
What was your reaction when you found out that you were cast?
The period of time before I got on Drag Race was a very dark time. I had a terrible breakup out of a narcissistic relationship and things were like really bad. So, this was kind of like giving hope and also, since it was a big dream of mine, it was just like best feeling ever. And the reaction was, I think I screamed for five minutes if I remember correctly.
What was the biggest challenge for you?
The biggest challenge for me were definitely all of the fucking comedy challenges.
What was your favorite thing about the season?
My favorite thing about the season was definitely my two lip syncs because since performing is the thing that I love doing most in drag, these were my total top moments. I enjoyed it so much…performing first of all on a Drag Race stage and also doing what I love most.
Did you discover anything surprising about yourself while on the show?
Yes, that I can be actually very quick in doing makeup. Before Drag Race, it took me three hours to get ready and now I can basically do it in one hour. So, this was something that I didn’t know.
If you could go back and do anything over, would you?
If I could go back and do anything over…I actually would not because even though there were obviously a few things that I could have been done better, but still the outcome was amazing. So, I actually don’t want to change anything.
How did you get your start in drag?
So, the funny thing was that I never knew that I was doing drag before. My first drag looks were back when I was a teenager, like I think 13, 14 or something in a parent’s bathroom playing secretly with my mom’s makeup…and I looked horrible by the way. I’m glad that there are no pictures. There’s no evidence – but I didn’t know that I was doing drag untl a few years later when social media became relevant, I realized, oh, okay, there are other people who are doing this and there is a name for it but somehow it was always like coming in naturally. And also when I remember back then also as a child, I was like super expressive when it came to like costumes and whatever. It was something that was always there already.
Where does your drag name come from?
Nox means goddess of the night and daughter of the chaos, which actually fits very well. And with Pandora, I was super creative because it’s my real name, but no matter what Pandora itself comes from Greek mythology from Pandora’s box and so Pandora’s box is like something very mysterious. Everybody’s curious what’s inside and it takes people’s attention and stuff. But when the get to know what’s inside, (whisper) it’s not that good actually.
How would you describe your style?
I would describe my style as non-human, diverse, and environmentally friendly because everything is vegan.
What can fans expect when they see you perform live?
Come to one of my shows and find out!
What’s your number one beauty tip?
My number one beauty tip is always take your makeup off. Trust me, your skin will be thankful.
What’s next for you?
I would say world domination. No, just kidding. I definitely want to improve my drag career, like new shows, new costumes, different locations where I perform, traveling, and like working at the dog shelter.
Pandora Nox Answers the Socialite Seven
When did you know that you wanted to become a performer?
Performing was actually – also as a kid – always a passion of mine, but I didn’t know that it was possible to have it as a job, but this is like, I think a little bit of a thought of our school system, because they just teach you that you can be successful in life when you have like a good job. So, I never thought that it’s going to be a career path of mine to perform, but actually I always wanted to be a performer my whole life since I was a kid.
Who has had the biggest influence on your career and why?
The biggest influence on my career actually has been my dad. I mean, he’s doing something completely different than I do. He’s a pathologist but he was always a big inspiration for me for my career because even though he’s doing something completely different, he has this passion for his job and he loves his job.
He loves waking up in the morning, very early, to go to the hospital to do like the whole pathologist work. And since I was a kid this inspired me. And I was like, I want to find this passion in a job that is for me. So, I always had my dad in mind when it came to career stuff because I saw how passionate he was about everything.
What is your favorite song to perform?
At the moment, my favorite song to perform is Brooke Candy’s, “Everybody Does” because, this was a song I performed at Werk the World a few weeks ago.
Who would you want to play you in the movie of your life?
I actually would love to play it by myself because I think that I could present myself the best. And I would always love to play some cool role in a movie. And is there like a cooler role than to play myself? Hmmm…
What superpower or talent would you like to wake up with tomorrow?
So, superpower, definitely to fly, also because you can add, like, super cool stunts in your shows. And talent…maybe to become better in comedy challenges would be great as well.
What are three things you can’t live without?
Air, sleep and vegan food. But emotionally wise, my loved ones – like my fiancé, my dogs, my family, drag and performing…and vegan food.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given?
Always make you happy in the first place rather than trying to make everyone else happy because you can’t make everyone else happy in the first place because there are always people who are trying to complain. And second of all, while trying to make everyone else happy, you get unhappy by yourself. So, always do the things that you love and don’t pay attention to people who are spreading negativity.
Catch the complete first season on Drag Race Germany on WOW Presents Plus. Follow Pandora on Instagram, TikTok,YouTube and on her website (you can also pick up some fierce merch too.)
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