Why Won't You Date Me? with Nicole Byer Defending Our Marriage (w/ Latrice Royale & Christopher Hamblin)
Dec 12, 2025
Latrice Royale, a beloved Drag Race alum and Miss Congeniality, teams up with her husband, musical director Christopher Hamblin, to share their unique love story. They recount how a chaotic meet-and-greet led to their romance and discuss the challenges of an interracial marriage. Latrice humorously reflects on finding more freedom in jail than on set. The couple reveals their wedding planning adventures and clarify the origins of the famous 'Pop the corn' quote. Their insightful relationship advice emphasizes the importance of communication and mutual support.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
How A Messy Meet-And-Greet Sparked A Romance
- Christopher describes stepping in to run a chaotic meet-and-greet and help Latrice feel welcomed in Knoxville.
- That first interaction led to continued collaboration and eventually a romantic relationship.
Proposal After Pulse Became Intentional
- Latrice recalls Christopher buying an engagement ring after the Pulse Orlando tragedy and proposing onstage in Seattle.
- The proposal followed a period of grief and reflection that made marriage feel necessary to Latrice.
A Stage-Ready Wedding With Live Music
- Latrice and Christopher hired live musicians and guest singers and Latrice produced much of the wedding herself.
- The ceremony mixed stagecraft and heartfelt performance, walking down the aisle to 'Through the Fire.'
