They became well-known after competing on the seventeenth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race.
Fans were shocked to find out that contestant has a link to a sporting legend.
NBA player-turned broadcaster Charles Barkley is also godfather to the TV star.
Fans were confused by a glamorous star who appeared wearing a beautiful white dress and a large, blonde wig. Many didn’t recognize her.
The celebrity attended the MTV Video Music Awards earlier this month.
Can you guess who it is?
It’s RuPaul’s Drag Race contestant Sam Star!
The 25-year-old TV star stunned on the red carpet wearing a sparkling white dress with a high slit.
I was absolutely captivated by Star on the latest season of RuPaul’s Drag Race – she really deserved that top four spot! And her look? Stunning! She completed it with the most amazing shimmering tights and glittering heels – everything was just perfect.
For the celebration, she brought a small gold purse with her essentials and styled her hair with big, platinum blonde waves.
Star completed the look with long, full lashes and a bold, smoky eyeshadow effect.
A touch of pink blush highlighted her cheekbones, and a satin pink lip tint completed the look.
The media personality completed her look with statement earrings and a bold ring.
Star arrived at the 77th Annual Emmy Awards in Los Angeles and paused for a few photos.
Comedian Nick Bargatze will host the awards ceremony, where the show *Severance* received the most nominations.
Sam Purkey, known professionally as Star, was born in Alabama and was crowned Miss Glamour Newcomer in 2022.
She became more well-known after competing on the 17th season of RuPaul’s Drag Race earlier this year, where she finished in the top four.
During one episode, Star revealed a connection she has to NBA legend Charles Barkley.
The retired basketball player played for several teams during his career, including the Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, and Houston Rockets.
During the show, RuPaul pointed out that Star has a connection with Charles Barkley, and Star enthusiastically confirmed that it’s true.
Star then explained their connection, saying, ‘He’s my godfather! He and my mom were high school classmates and have been best friends ever since.’
He was a major influence in my life, and I know he’d be happy to see me pursuing drag, even if he expected I’d be an athlete like a basketball player.
Star also mentioned Barkley has consistently been a supportive figure, and surprisingly, he’s even attended her drag shows in the past!
A selfie of the pair then appeared during the episode and RuPaul asked Star, ‘Did he tip you?’
The media personality answered, ‘Of course he tipped me!’
I recently shared a bit about my family with People magazine. My mom, Leslie Blair, and my stepfather, Charles, actually have a really sweet history – they were close back in high school! It’s always lovely to reflect on those early connections.
The reality star raved about how supportive Barkley is, explaining that despite his busy schedule as a celebrity, he always made time to visit and offer encouragement whenever he was back in town.
Star remembered his mother working tirelessly at multiple jobs to support their family. He said the former basketball player was always there for them, offering help whenever they were struggling.
‘So I owe a lot to him, for us being able to keep our house and all these fabulous things.’
She also shared that she made a promise to herself to achieve something significant, with the goal of easing her mother’s workload. She believes she’s now moving in the right direction to fulfill that promise.
Star recently turned heads at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards. She’s been actively working on projects and made a memorable appearance at the event earlier this month.
The reality star wore a black and blue patterned gown with sparkly accents, and layered a black feather wrap over it. She finished the look with a high hairstyle created using platinum blonde blocks.
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