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As fans prepare for the much-anticipated 17th season of RuPaul’s Drag Race, our team had the incredible opportunity of partnering with Architectural Digest to unveil an exclusive tour of the show’s stunning new set design. For 7 years, we've driven PR and communications for the Drag Race global franchise, and to kick off this latest season, Season 16 winner, Nymphia Wind, offers audiences a dazzling inside look at how the magic is made. https://lnkd.in/gewXprWZ Big thanks to Joel David Ahumada and Ernest Macias!

ICYMI: Headlines and announcements from Metro clients Lemonada Media , Wondery, World of Wonder, and more.

Metro PR is honored to be named PRNEWS' "Women Owned Agency of the Year" 2024 finalist! This recognition coincides with our 18th anniversary. Metro was started by two women in their early 20s looking to create a future-focused firm that stays ahead of the rapidly evolving industry. Over the last nearly two decades, we've had the privilege of representing major platforms, Hollywood studios and networks, brands, audio companies, personalities, and leading sports-driven companies. We are thankful to our incredible team and clients who have helped build the company into what it is today. Thank you for being a part of our journey!

5x Olympic medalist, also formerly deemed the ‘Fastest Woman on the Planet’— Marion Jones sat down with Robin Roberts for her first interview in over a decade, opening up about her personal journey, insights on the rise in popularity of women in sports, the ongoing Paris Olympics, as well as her latest endeavor with Driven Inc. Watch the full interview below:

A roundup of the latest news from Metro clients World of Wonder, Paramount+, Lemonada Media , HARTBEAT, TheShadeRoom.Com, Heroic Signatures and more.

Heroic Signatures announced its popular "Mutant: Year Zero" IP is expanding beyond video games, with an animated feature now in production. Check out the scoop in The Hollywood Reporter.

Angelica Nwandu, founder and CEO of The Shade Room, sat down with GMA3 to talk about the platform's expansion into politics.

Vice President Kamala Harris made an appearance on the RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars season 9 finale episode with an important message about voting and making your voice heard in this year's election: "'Each day we are seeing our rights and freedoms under attack, including the right of everyone to be who they are, love who they love, openly and with pride,' she said. 'So as we fight back against these attacks, let’s all remember no one is alone. We are all in this together, and your vote is your power. So please make sure your voice is heard this November, and register to vote.'" The full episode airs tomorrow on Paramount+.

Our client HARTBEAT is featured in the Los Angeles Times today for the company's continued work elevating the next generation of diverse comedic voices. "With three divisions and juggernaut brands including the LOL! Network, Hartbeat has become a global creative space for diverse, traditionally underrepresented comedy talent to hone authentic voices and artist-forward collaborations." Thank you to Julie Seabaugh for highlighting their work. Read the full story here:

Fri Forjindam, Chief Development Officer at experiential and design company MYCOTOO, Inc., lent her voice to Todd Martens LA Times piece around "Disney Adults," providing her take on curiosity and meaningful connections. Read more here: