Perla (drag queen)

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Perla
Born
Paul Conrad Schneider

Other namesPerla Coddington [1] [2]
OccupationDrag performer
Television Canada's Drag Race

Perla is the stage name of Paul Conrad Schneider, [3] a Canadian drag performer competing on the fifth season of Canada's Drag Race .

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Early life and education

Schneider was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. [4] He enjoyed theatre at a young age and came out as gay at the age of fourteen. [5]

Career

Perla is a drag performer and model. [6] In Toronto, she performs at Crews and Tangos. [5] In 2022, she won the Absolut Empire's Ball, an annual event established by Scarlett BoBo. Perla competed on the fifth season of Canada's Drag Race . [7] She impersonated Mary-Kate Olsen for the Snatch Game challenge. [8] Perla was eliminated from the competition by Makayla Couture, placing fifth overall.

Personal life

Schneider is based in Toronto. [7] [9] He is a former fashion blogger. [5]

Filmography

See also

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