Ana Locking, celebrated Spanish designer and Drag Race España judge, joins Pasapalabra as a celebrity guest. Her path blends creative risk, public acclaim, and personal strength.
When Ana Locking walked onto the Pasapalabra set, she did more than fill a guest spot. Her appearance put Spanish fashion and her own story of reinvention in front of a prime-time audience. Millions know her as a judge on Drag Race España. Now, she’s teamed up with Roberto Leal on the quiz show, helping contestants win precious seconds for the final round.
Locking, born Ana González Rodríguez in Toledo in 1970, has never followed a straight line. She took on her professional name after launching the Locking Shocking label in the late 1990s. That move signaled her intent to shake up Spanish fashion. Her background in Fine Arts from the Complutense University of Madrid gave her a foundation for a style that mixes textile craft with modern art, architecture, and a strong social message.
Ana Locking joined Pasapalabra as a guest from October 7 to 9, 2026, alongside Supremme de Luxe, Octavi Pujades, and Armando del Río, with the show27s jackpot exceeding 1.1 million euros.
Locking’s work has landed on Spain’s top runways and dressed some of the country’s most recognized names, including Reina Letizia, Aitana, and Asier Etxeandia. Independent biographical sources list Rossy de Palma, Maluma, Madonna, and Inma Cuesta among her clients, showing just how far her designs reach. Her trophy case backs it up: she won the Premio Nacional de Diseño de Moda in 2020 and the Medalla de Oro al Mérito en las Bellas Artes in 2021. Official confirmation from the Ministry of Culture or BOE is still pending, but these honors put her at the front of Spain’s creative scene.
Locking’s influence doesn’t stop at the studio. She teaches at the Centro Superior de Diseño de Moda de Madrid and has become a familiar face on TV. Since 2021, she’s sat on the Drag Race España judging panel with Javier Calvo, Javier Ambrossi, and Supremme de Luxe. Her mix of expertise and honesty has struck a chord with viewers. Atresmedia press materials confirm she’s staying on as a permanent judge for the sixth season, helping shape the show’s impact on Spanish pop culture.
Her public life has included tough moments, too. In 2020, Locking was diagnosed with breast cancer. She chose to speak openly about her surgery and radiotherapy, hoping to raise awareness and break down stigma. Her openness about her health has added depth to her public image, turning her story into one of both creative success and personal grit.
After each episode of Drag Race España's sixth season, Ana Locking hosts 'Tras la carrera', where she interviews the eliminated contestant and analyzes their journey, expanding her role beyond judging to include editorial and mentoring responsibilities.
Locking’s spot on Pasapalabra isn’t just about celebrity. It shows how Spanish TV is giving more space to people who bridge creative, cultural, and social worlds. This kind of crossover is becoming more common, much like musicians who blend genres and generations in recent features.
Her career proves that in Spain, the lines between fashion, television, and social advocacy are easier to cross than ever. Locking’s time on Pasapalabra is a clear sign that creative authority and real authenticity can grab attention far beyond the runway. For Spanish viewers, her story is about more than style—it’s about resilience, reinvention, and the lasting pull of those who help shape the country’s cultural conversation from within.
