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Katya Zamolodchikova
May 1, 1982
Boston, Massachusetts, US
44 Years Old
Taurus
Who Is Katya Zamolodchikova?
Yekaterina Petrovna Zamolodchikova is an American drag queen, comedian, and actor, known for her sharp wit and distinct Russian-inspired persona. Her engaging stage presence has garnered a dedicated global fanbase.
She first gained widespread public attention during her appearance on season seven of RuPaul's Drag Race, where she was voted Miss Congeniality. This breakout role solidified her unique brand of humor and paved the way for numerous successful ventures.
Early Life and Education
Growing up in Marlborough, Massachusetts, Brian Joseph McCook was raised in a Catholic household by his parents, Pat and Dan McCook, alongside an older brother and a younger sister. His father's gift of a cheerleader outfit sparked an early interest in dressing up.
McCook graduated from Marlborough High School in 2001 before attending Boston University for a year. He later pursued video and performance art at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design, where he discovered the art of drag.
Notable Relationships
Katya Zamolodchikova maintains a highly private personal life, though she identifies as a gay man out of drag. While her drag persona has been portrayed as bisexual, the individual behind Katya, Brian McCook, rarely discusses romantic entanglements publicly.
She has stated she is not actively looking for a partner and does not consider herself a “relationship person,” preferring to prioritize her personal space. There are no public records of past long-term relationships for Katya.
Career Highlights
Katya Zamolodchikova first rose to prominence through her captivating performances on RuPaul's Drag Race. She competed in season seven, earning the title of Miss Congeniality, and later returned as a runner-up on RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars season two.
Beyond reality television, she co-hosts the acclaimed YouTube web series UNHhhh and the Viceland series The Trixie & Katya Show with fellow drag artist Trixie Mattel. She is also a New York Times bestselling co-author of two books.
Signature Quote
“Tend to the things that are killing you in the order in which they are killing you.”