A competitive new season of The Traitors is on the horizon as Peacock has officially announced the cast for Season 4, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. With 23 contestants including various personalities from reality TV shows such as The Amazing Race, The Bachelor, Big Brother, and RuPaul’s Drag Race, viewers can expect a diverse mix of talent and intrigue. Among the notable recruits is Rob Cesternino from Survivor, who will aim to leave a mark akin to last season’s standout, Rob Mariano.
Joining the reality stars are some intriguing figures outside the genre, including K-pop sensation Eric Nam, actor Michael Rapaport, comedian Ron Funches, and Donna Kelce, the mother of NFL players Travis and Jason Kelce. With Travis Kelce’s relationship with Taylor Swift making headlines, it’s likely fans will be watching to see how Donna performs on the show.
Alan Cumming returns as the host, skillfully directing the game where the Traitors devise cunning plans to eliminate the “Faithfuls.” Cumming, who recently received two Emmy Awards for his role in the series, expressed the team’s passion for maintaining high production values, ensuring an engaging experience for the audience.
The cast list, which includes contestants from various reality shows, is just the beginning, as the producers have hinted at the possibility of introducing new contestants throughout the season.
The announcement coincides with Emmy voting season, signaling the show’s ongoing success in the awards circuit, having won accolades in previous years for casting and competition excellence. Season 4 is anticipated to premiere in early 2026, with a fifth season already confirmed.
As the excitement builds for this upcoming season, fans can look forward to a mixture of strategy, drama, and entertainment, further solidifying The Traitors’ reputation as one of reality television’s compelling offerings.