Yes, It’s Him! DNA Model Manuel Kornisiuk Joins The Drag Race Pit Crew
RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 10 certainly kicked off with a bang, serving up fierce looks and enough drama to keep us fed for weeks. But beyond the main stage antics, a new addition to the beloved Pit Crew has definitely caught everyone’s attention. Say G’day to Manuel Kornisiuk, the Argentine-born, Australia-based talent who is much more than just a new uniform filler.
Making a strong first impression in Episode 2, Manuel stood tall alongside Pit Crew regulars Bryce Eilenberg and Bruno Alcantara. It is safe to say that screens across the nation lit up, and the immediate question on everyone’s lips was, “Who is he?” We have certainly had our eye on him for a while here at DNA.
Who is Manuel Kornisiuk?
Born in Santa Rosa, Argentina, Manuel always felt a pull towards something beyond his hometown. In an interview from January 2025, he shared a bit about his early drive. “I come from a small city called Santa Rosa,” he said. “For a long time, I felt like something was missing and that I didn’t quite fit in. There was this internal struggle within me that drove me to explore new places.” That search eventually led him Down Under after finishing high school, a move that has clearly paid off, setting the stage for his work in modelling, acting, and music.
The Sound Of Manúk
When he is not striking a pose, Manuel channels his creative energy into music under the name Manúk. He is carving out a niche in the indie-pop and R&B worlds, and with over 21,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, mainly from Australia and Brazil, his sound is definitely connecting. Manúk’s music often blends smooth R&B rhythms with a touch of Latin influence, creating tracks that are perfect for a late-night vibe or a personal reflection. His song Overstimulated, for example, explores the feelings that come with a new romance.
His growing collection of singles includes Follow Me, Hawái, Love Letters, and the recent track No Brainer, which arrived with a music video in late April. While a full album or EP has not appeared just yet, it feels like bigger musical projects are on the horizon.
While his Drag Race appearance is a big introduction for many, Manuel has already gained some experience in front of the camera. He appeared in the 2023 film The Winner Takes It All, playing a character named Hunter Rodriguez, and also had a role in Perfect Boy Next Door (2024). It is early days for his IMDb page, but his presence suggests we will be seeing more.
A DNA Favourite Steps Into The Werk Room
Long-time readers of DNA will likely remember Manuel gracing the pages of our landmark 250th issue (DNA #250). That special feature showcased the undeniable charisma and striking looks that are now captivating a global Drag Race audience. Beyond print, we have also had the pleasure of featuring Manuel across our online platform. We have delved into his photogenic features, giving you an up-close look at the man behind the muscles. If you somehow missed these or simply fancy another look (and who could blame you?), you can revisit those popular galleries and get to know him better here, explore further images here, and see even more from our shoots here.
DNA Magazine | #250 – The 20th Anniversary Issue
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