Brooke Lynn Hytes

Who is Brooke Lynn Hytes?

Brooke Lynn Hytes is a Canadian drag superstar, ballet dancer, and television personality. She gained international fame as a finalist on RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 11 and later became a host and judge on Canada’s Drag Race. She’s also celebrated for being crowned Miss Continental 2014, one of the most prestigious drag pageant titles.

Early Life & Background

Brooke was born Brock Edward Hayhoe in Toronto, Canada. Her drag mother is Toronto legend Farra N. Hyte, and her drag sister is Heaven Lee Hytes.

At 15, Brooke enrolled at the National Ballet School of Canada, training professionally for five years. She publicly came out as gay at age 18, embracing her identity with pride.

She also attended the Etobicoke School of the Arts, which helped cultivate her early interest in dance and performance.

Career Highlights

Ballet Beginnings

At age 20, Brooke moved to South Africa, joining the Cape Town City Ballet as a professional performer. Later, she relocated to New York City and joined the all-male ballet company Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, where she performed internationally.

Drag Pageantry

Her pageant journey began with a string of regional titles in 2013:

• Miss Fay Toronto
• Derby City Entertainer of the Year
• Miss Michigan Continental

In 2014, Brooke made history as the first Canadian winner of the Miss Continental pageant.

RuPaul’s Drag Race (Season 11)

Brooke Lynn competed on RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 11 and emerged as the first runner-up, with Yvie Oddly winning the crown. Brooke won three main challenges and was praised for her ballet skills, polished looks, and poised performance style.

🇨🇦 Canada’s Drag Race

In 2020, she became a permanent judge and host on Canada’s Drag Race, a move that marked her as the first Drag Race contestant to become a full-time judge in the franchise.

Music Videos & Appearances

Aside from her television work, Brooke Lynn has also appeared in several music videos, including:

• Good as Hell
• Receiver
• Always
• Hype

Her performances often blend elegant choreography with high-energy drag, earning her a global fan base.

LGBTQ+ Representation

Brooke Lynn Hytes stands as a prominent LGBTQ+ figure in Canada and globally. She uses her platform to support queer visibility, especially within the drag and performance communities. Her rise from a classically trained ballet dancer to a drag icon has inspired many aspiring artists to embrace their identity and artistry.

Relationship Status

As of now, Brooke Lynn Hytes is possibly single. She was previously in a relationship with fellow drag performer Vanessa Vanjie Mateo. Their romance blossomed during Season 11 of RuPaul’s Drag Race, where both competed. However, they later confirmed their breakup, and no new relationship has been publicly disclosed since.

Fun Facts

• First Canadian finalist on RuPaul’s Drag Race
• Originally trained in ballet before entering the drag world
• Her drag name pays homage to her drag mother, Farra N. Hyte
• Co-host Canada’s Drag Race alongside a panel of rotating judges
• Her drag aesthetic is known for blending elegance, athleticism, and glamour

Legacy

Brooke Lynn Hytes has carved out a unique space in pop culture—one where classical ballet, modern drag, and television stardom intersect. Whether she’s gliding on stage en pointe or reading queens to filth as a judge, Brooke continues to raise the bar for what drag performers can achieve. 🌟