> At a Glance
> – Alan Cumming reprises his role for season 4 of The Traitors, set in a Scottish castle.
> – The 23-player roster blends Survivor, Drag Race, Housewives, and sports-world celebrities.
> – Players compete for up to $250,000 in a game of deception and midnight banishments.
> – Why it matters: Reality fans get a fresh slate of strategic betrayals and potential historic moments.
Peacock unveiled the Season 4 lineup in June 2025, promising a mix of cut-throat strategists and pop-culture favorites under one turreted roof.
Meet the Notable Newcomers
**Survivor royalty leads the pack:
- Natalie Anderson – Winner of Survivor 29 and Amazing Race veteran.
- Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho – Charismatic champ of Survivor 44.
- Rob Cesternino – Hailed by Jeff Probst as the smartest never-winner.
**Dance-floor champions bring rhythm and rivalry:
- Mark Ballas – Three-time DWTS Mirrorball winner.
- Maura Higgins – Irish Love Island finalist turned DWTS presenter.
**Housewives arrive with baggage and bravado:
- Candiace Dillard Bassett (Potomac) teased a reunion showdown.
- Lisa Rinna (Beverly Hills) hopes to outlast her franchise peers.
- Dorinda Medley (New York) returns after an early Season 3 exit.
**Sports-world enters with mom-power:
- Donna Kelce – Beloved NFL mom to Travis and Jason Kelce.
Returning Reality Heavyweights
Big Brother winners flex strategic muscle:
- Ian Terry – Youngest champ in BB14 history.
- Tiffany Mitchell – Sixth-place strategist from BB23.
**Figure-skating icons glide into deception:
- Tara Lipinski – 1998 Olympic gold medalist and NBC analyst.
- Johnny Weir – Three-time U.S. champion and fellow broadcaster.
Drag excellence joins the ranks:
- Monét X Change – All Stars 4 co-winner and fan-favorite queen.
What Alan Cumming Is Teasing
The actor told E! News in August 2025:
> “About halfway through, there is a scene that is the greatest moment in Traitors history. It’s utter carnage and brilliant.”
Mark Ballas echoed the chaos:
> “It’s carnage. It’s explosive. It was an incredible experience.” – Chicks in the Office podcast, November 2025
Kristen Kish (Top Chef host) observed:
> “Competitors had no guilt or remorse for stabbing anyone in the back.” – Entertainment Tonight, November 2025
| Franchise | Representatives |
|---|---|
| Survivor | Natalie, Yam Yam, Rob C. |
| Big Brother | Ian, Tiffany |
| Housewives | Candiace, Lisa, Dorinda, Porsha, Caroline |
| Drag Race | Monét |
| Dancing | Mark, Maura |
| Love Island | Maura, Rob R. |
| Sports | Donna Kelce |
Key Takeaways
- 23 players enter the Scottish castle, but only the most deceptive survive.
- Expect “utter carnage” midway, per host Alan Cumming.
- A reunion showdown is already brewing, hinted by Candiace.
- $250,000 is on the line when alliances shift and daggers fly.
The stage is set for what could be the most dramatic season yet when The Traitors returns on Peacock.
