In a stunning turn of events that has the internet ablaze (and not just because of the glitter cannons), notorious anti-drag influencer Karen McKaren, known for her viral videos comparing drag queens to ‘attack squirrels’ in tutus, has not only been invited to judge RuPaul’s Drag Race, but has apparently undergone a complete metamorphosis – of the fabulous kind.

McKaren, whose previous social media presence consisted primarily of low-resolution photos of suspiciously-angled mailboxes and furious screeds against ‘the rainbow agenda,’ announced her judging gig with a tweet that simply read, "Honey, I'm home." The accompanying picture showed her in a surprisingly well-executed, if slightly stiff, recreation of the ‘Bob the Builder’ outfit, only with significantly more sequins and a frankly breathtaking amount of foundation.

The reaction from various corners of the internet has been… varied. Supporters of McKaren claim her newfound appreciation for drag is a testament to the power of love, or possibly a very potent strain of industrial-strength glitter. Critics, on the other hand, are calling it a betrayal of the anti-woke movement, with one Twitter user writing, 'She used to be one of us! Now she's wearing more eyeshadow than my grandma has bingo winnings!'

However, in a truly shocking development, the judges' table on the upcoming season of Drag Race will include a newly-installed 'Inclusivity Rainbow Tilt-a-Whirl.' Contestants will be spun around at increasing speeds while being pelted with positive affirmations. Sources say RuPaul insists this is a crucial addition to 'promote empathy and self-acceptance, even for Karen.'

The first episode will reportedly feature a challenge where queens must craft haute couture garments entirely out of Karen's old anti-drag rant transcripts. It's expected that viewing numbers will be through the roof, primarily driven by those tuning in to see if she actually understands what 'shade' means. Stay tuned for the inevitable meltdown (or triumphant transformation) as McKaren navigates the fabulous, glitter-strewn battlefield of RuPaul’s Drag Race. We're all gagging… in a good way, hopefully.