Who is Sminty Drop from RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World Season 3?
Sminty Drop is a British drag performer from Clitheroe, Lancashire, England, and one of the standout contestants competing on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World Season 3. Callum Joseph Alan Shaw, her real name, was born on January 31, 1999, and identifies as non-binary (she/her in drag, he/him out of drag). She came to the spotlight after competing on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK Season 4, where she was eliminated in Episode 4, after losing a lip sync to Serena Morena, and finishing in 8th place.
How old is Sminty Drop?
Drop was born on January 31, 1999, in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire, England, and is 27 years old as of 2026. She always celebrates her birthday on January 31 every year, and her zodiac sign is Aquarius.
Personal Information Summary
| Real Name | Callum Joseph Alan Shaw |
| Drag Name | Sminty Drop |
| Gender Identity | Non-binary (she/her in drag, he/him out of drag) |
| Date of Birth | January 31, 1999 |
| Age | 27 years old as of 2026 |
| Birth Place | Ribble Valley, Lancashire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Nationality | British |
| Ethnicity | English |
| Net Worth | Estimated to range between $100,000 and $ 500,000 |
| Occupation | Drag queen, performer, reality TV personality, aspiring music artist |
| Reality TV Appearance | RuPaul’s Drag Race UK (Season 4, placed 9th) RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World (Season 3, placed 8th) |
| Social Media | Instagram and YouTube |
Early Life and Education
Sminty Drop was born on January 31, 1999, and grew up in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire, England. She describes herself as naturally clumsy and playful, which even inspired her drag name: she used to carry mints when going out to kiss boys, but often dropped them, leading to the name “Sminty Drop.” While detailed records of her formal education are not widely publicized, Sminty began exploring drag seriously around 2018–2019. Additionally, information about Drop’s parents and siblings is not publicly available. Most reliable sources focus on her drag career, stage persona, and television appearances, but they do not disclose details about her family background.
| Parent’s name | Father: Information not available Mother: Information not available |
| Siblings | Information not available |
Sminty Drop Partner
As of 2026, Drop is in a gay relationship with her partner Rehab, who is also a drag artist. She posted highlights of photos on her Instagram account on October 23, 2025, wishing her boyfriend a happy birthday. She captioned, “Happy birthday to my absolute soulmate !! 🤍I can’t believe it’s already been 10 whole years of us being besties, but they’ve been the best 10 years of my life because I’ve had you by my side, and I wouldn’t replace that for the world 🤍. I love you with all my heart 🤍”
| Relationship Status | In a gay relationship |
| Partner | Rehab |
| Children | Information not available |
What does Sminty Drop do to earn a living?
Drop earns her living primarily through her work as a drag performer (Live Drag Performances & Touring), entertainer, merchandise sales, and brand partnerships & sponsorships.
Sminty Drop RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World Season 3
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World Season 3 premiered on January 27, 2026, bringing together queens from across the global Drag Race franchise. Sminty Drop, originally from Drag Race UK Season 4, was one of the returning contestants representing the UK. Throughout the early episodes, she showcased her signature high-fashion sensibilities, often delivering striking runway presentations. One of her standout moments came during the Girl Group challenge, where she brought energy to the performance despite facing stiff competition from seasoned queens.
She faced a lip-sync against another competitor and, despite her effort, the judges felt her performance lacked energy, which sealed her fate in the competition. Her elimination was described as a surprise to many fans, given her strong runway track record. Reports note that production staff had to console her for nearly half an hour after her departure. It’s worth noting that Drop is the drag granddaughter of Gothy Kendoll. She turned her saddest moment to joy by bidding the cast and judges farewell with an unforgettable sad twerk as her final exit.
All I need to know about RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World Season 3
The BBC announced RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World Season 3 on December 24, 2025. The show premiered on January 27, 2026, and officially aired on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer in the UK, as well as internationally on WOW Presents Plus. The premiere episode featured the Ruruvision Song Contest, a Eurovision-inspired challenge in which queens represented their home franchises through musical performances. Occasionally, the season has brought together 10 international queens from across different countries to compete for the crown, and the tradition of “UK vs The World,” where queens from different Drag Race editions battle for global supremacy, continues.
As in previous “UK vs The World” seasons, the top queens of each week decide who goes home, adding strategic tension. Additionally, queens must impress in both maxi challenges and runway presentations, while lip-sync battles will also determine who is eliminated. The season will consist of 8 episodes, each approximately 75 minutes long. Challenges range from musical performances and comedy skits to fashion runways and acting challenges. As with previous seasons,
RuPaul hosts the season, and Michelle Visage, Alan Carr, and Graham Norton return as judges. A star-studded lineup of guest judges joins them, including Loreen, JADE, Kristen McMenamy, Jayde Adams, and Rag’n’Bone Man, who assists with the Girl Group Challenge. Some of the notable contestants to watch out for include;
- Fontana (Sweden),
- Gawdland (Thailand),
- Kate Butch (UK),
- Mariah Balenciaga (US),
- Melinda Verga (Canada),
- Minty Fresh (Philippines),
- The Only Naomy (Germany),
- Serena Morena (Mexico),
- Zahirah Zapanta (UK).
How Tall is Sminty Drop?
Drop is approximately 5 feet 11 inches tall, equaling 1.8 meters.
Sminty Drop Net Worth
Drop’s net worth is estimated to range from $100,000 to $500,000. This wealth primarily comes from her drag performances, television appearances (RuPaul’s Drag Race UK Season 4 and UK vs The World Season 3), social media influence, and brand partnerships.
Social Media
Drop is gaining popularity on social media, particularly on Instagram, where she has about 155k followers (@smintydrop). You can also follow her on her YouTube account @Smint Drop, where she has over 500 subscribers, TikTok @smintydrop, where she has more than 61k followers, and Twitter @smintyd, where she has over 51k followers.