[s12e3] World's Worst 【PROVEN | 2027】

The third episode of , titled " World’s Worst ," serves as a polarizing entry in the franchise's history. Airing on March 13, 2020, it marked the first time the two premiere groups (from Episodes 1 and 2) merged into a single cast of 13. The Challenge: Improvisational Comedy

impressed with a high-fashion take on a toy soldier.

The bottom two queens, and Nicky Doll , lip-synced to "Problem" by Ariana Grande ft. Iggy Azalea. Ultimately, Dahlia Sin was eliminated, becoming the first queen to leave the competition in Season 12. She became a recurring meme for the rest of the season, appearing in a broccoli costume in various background shots. Legacy of the Episode [S12E3] World's Worst

emerged as a breakout star in this episode. Despite being in the bottom groups, her quick wit and physical comedy received high praise from the judges, particularly guest judge Olivia Munn .

The main challenge tasked the queens with performing in an improv-based talent competition called "World's Worst." The cast was divided into four groups: : Aiden Zhane , Sherry Pie , and Brita. The third episode of , titled " World’s

The runway theme, "Buttons and Bows," allowed the queens to showcase their aesthetic versatility.

"World's Worst" is often discussed for its awkward editing and the inherent difficulty of improv challenges in the Drag Race format. While some viewers found the challenge cringeworthy, it provided essential character development for fan favorites like Heidi N Closet and established the competitive hierarchy for the rest of the season. The bottom two queens, and Nicky Doll ,

was declared the winner of the challenge for her performance as a flatulent psychic. However, as noted by Film Inquiry, the win was overshadowed by the real-world disqualification of the contestant due to sexual misconduct allegations, leading to her being edited out of most of the season’s narrative outside of the main challenges.