RuPaul makes Emmys history as the most-awarded Black artist

RuPaul, the host and executive producer of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” has become the most-awarded Black artist in Emmys history with 11 wins after the VH1 series won the award for top competition program for the fourth year in a row during Sunday’s ceremony.

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“Herstory in the making! Condragulations to our very own Supermodel of the World @RuPaul on becoming the most awarded person of color in #Emmys history!” the series tweeted.

RuPaul took the opportunity to put light on “all our lovely children on our show from around the world.”

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“They are so gracious to tell their stories of courage and how to navigate this difficult life, even more difficult today. This is for you,” the 60-year-old drag queen said while accepting the award.

He continued: “For you kids out there watching, you have a tribe that is waiting for you. We are waiting for you, baby! Come on to mama Ru! Thank you so much! Thank you!”

 “RuPaul’s Drag Race”  is a competition where queens compete for the title of America’s next drag superstar and $100,000, for its 13 seasons since premiering in 2009.

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The “Drag Race” juggernaut has spawned multiple spin-offs, including “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” and “RuPaul’s Celebrity Drag Race.”

RuPaul won the Emmy award for outstanding host for a reality or competition program for the sixth straight year during last week’s Creative Arts Emmys, bringing his career Emmy wins to 10. 

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He surpassed Morgan on Sunday when “RuPaul’s Drag Race” beat out “The Amazing Race,” “Nailed It!,” “Top Chef” and “The Voice” in the top competition program category.