RuPaul’s Drag Race Star Alaska Announces Heartfelt Engagement to Matthew Herrmann
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Another day, another milestone for your favorite drag superstar. Alaska Thunderf–k has officially accepted a proposal from longtime partner Matthew Herrmann in a moment that mixed glitter with family love. The RuPaul’s Drag Race alum shared the big news on August 4 via Entertainment Weekly and Instagram, revealing that Herrmann popped the question right after her grandma’s 90th birthday celebration in her hometown in Pennsylvania.
Alaska Thunderf–k—born Justin Andrew Honard—rose to fame as a runner-up on season five of RuPaul’s Drag Race and cemented her crown by winning All Stars season two. Known for her razor-sharp wit and theatrical flair, Alaska posted a close-up of her new silver band on Instagram with a pair of ring emojis and two heart-smiley faces. Fellow queens joined the celebration in the comments: season 13 standout Rosé wrote, “love you 🙂 Congratulations to you both,” while Miss Peppermint simply added, “Congrats mama!” It’s clear that the Drag Race family is just as thrilled as fans are.
Matthew Herrmann, a Los Angeles-based producer and Alaska’s unwavering supporter, first made headlines for his encouragement of Alaska’s creative ventures. When DRAG: The Musical debuted after a seven-year development, he took to Instagram in January to praise her perseverance, stating “I am so so proud of you.” Alaska’s vision for the show was to highlight authentic drag culture—the glamour and the grit.
In an interview with The Theatre Times, the 40-year-old star explained that her goal was to reflect drag life on its own turf. “I didn’t want to write a story about straight people that happens to have drag queens in it. I wanted to show the sticky floors, the smoky bars, the backstage chaos,” she said. It was this dedication to truth and sparkle that cemented her status as a cultural force, and now Herrmann is right there, celebrating each rhinestone and real-life moment by her side.
Alaska previously dated season four winner Sharon Needles for four years until 2013, making this engagement a fresh chapter filled with growth and new traditions. The timing—right after a milestone family gathering—speaks volumes about the couple’s priorities. When asked about her grand celebration, Alaska shared, “My grandma means everything to me. Matthew knew that proposing then would make it even more special.”
This engagement adds to a busy summer of celebrity “I dos.” From Rome’s fashion royalty in the Von Furstenberg family to NBA star Tyrese Haliburton surprising his college sweetheart, it seems every public love story is trending. But Alaska’s stands out for its genuine, homegrown charm and unapologetic pride.
As the newly engaged pair begin wedding planning, fans are curious about the details—will there be feathers at the altar? Rhinestones on the cake? One thing is certain: wherever Alaska goes, a splash of irreverent glamour follows. Stay tuned to see how this drag icon transforms the wedding world next.
So that’s the scoop on Alaska’s next big adventure. Let’s watch how this happily ever after unfolds.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and Entertainment Weekly, Instagram, The Theatre Times
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