Katya Zamolodchikova

Katya Zamolodchikova is the stage persona of Brian McCook, an American drag performer, comedian, and actor from Boston, Massachusetts. She rose to wide recognition as a contestant on the seventh season of RuPaul's Drag Race, where she was named Miss Congeniality, and later returned for RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 2. Beyond the competition, Katya became known for a sharp, self-deprecating comedic style built around Russian-inflected humor, dark absurdist jokes, and a distinctive raspy delivery.

Her musical output extends her comedic persona into pop and electronic territory, often leaning into camp, novelty, and satire rather than conventional chart pursuits. Tracks like «Ding Dong!», «Ravioli», and «Come In Brazil» showcase her playful, tongue-in-cheek approach, while collaborations such as the «Ravioli» remix with Bright Light Bright Light show her willingness to cross into dance and electronic scenes. Songs like «ГЛАЗ (EYE)» reflect her recurring nods to Russian language and culture, a signature element of her act.

Katya has also built a media presence beyond drag competition and music, including web series and podcast work, cementing her as one of the more distinctive personalities to emerge from the Drag Race franchise. Her music remains a niche but memorable extension of her comedic and theatrical persona rather than a mainstream pop career.