If you’re a big reality TV fan like I am, then it’s safe to say that almost every former reality alum has campaigned for a spot onThe Traitors. Whether they openly post about their desire to play or support a fan-made dream cast list with their face featured on it,The Traitorshas become the new golden ticket for reality alums.As one of the biggest new reality shows in recent memory, the show has been home to some of the greats fromSurvivor,Big Brother,The Bachelor, Bravo, and more. Not only is it a chance to revitilize your reality career, it’s also a trip to Scotland to hang out with Emmy WinnerAlan Cumming!
As Alan Cumming shared with US Weekly, his life hasturned into a constant barrage of reality stars DMing him to join the show.“It’s not something I thought would be my life, but it is," he said. With two more seasons already ordered, we can only imagine the names of those who have reached out to him. But it makes sense why.The Traitorsis a brilliant social and strategy game. It’s become beloved by fans, perhaps in the same conversation as other great reality shows likeSurvivor. Being onThe Traitorshas given many of its players new life in the industry. Or, for some newfound fame.
‘The Traitors’ Is the Perfect Game for Reality Stars
ForThe Traitors' first US season, the cast was split between reality stars and civilians. The main focus of the fans was on the star-studded reality cast. Not only because they truly dominated the game, but because they just knew how to capture the camera. The season began a discussion about whether or notBig Brotheralumni were good enough to play the game based onCody Calafiore’s performance.Below Deck’sKate Chastainbecame a breakout star, earning her a return for the second season. And then there wasCirie Fields. TheSurvivorstar who was formerly known as the woman who got off the couch to play, finally earned a victory on reality television. The season was such a success that when it was ordered for Season 2,the civilians were cast off, and it was simply filled with reality stars.
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Could these reality stars triumph on ‘The Traitors?’ Likely not!
Despite the initial push back from some fans, likely those who, like me, dreamed of being able to play the game ourselves, Season 2 resulted in an exceptional outcome thatearned the series its first Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Competition Program and Outstanding Host for a Reality Competition Program. So, now that the formula is working, it is safe to say thatThe Traitorsin the States strives and survives through an exceptional cast. And every former reality star believes they should be a part of it.
‘The Traitors’ Launches Careers
It’s not just about the exceptional gameplay and the chance to visit Scotland, it’s whatThe Traitorscan do for your career. Season 2’sPhaedra Parksbreakout turn afforded her the chance to joinDancing with the Starsand a shocking return toThe Real Housewives of Atlanta.Dylan Efronis no longerZac Efron’s kid brother. He’s an icon, and now nominated forCritics' Choice Real TV Male Star of the Year, literally alongside the show’s host. Then there’sGabby Windey, who has completely shed her previousBachelorNation identity and turned into an icon in her own right.
Of course, the conversation about who might be next fills the void until the cast is eventually revealed. With other celebrity reality shows likeHouse of Villainsserving as a platform to see who’s still got it, it’s likely some of those stars could be pulled for a trip to the castle. Could there be a universe where OG reality iconTiffany “New York” PollardandRuPaul’s Drag RacestarKandy Museare the next to stir up trouble at the round table? Based on their recent reality television performances, absolutely! They’re just the tip of the iceberg. The pool of possibilities is bountiful.
Every reality star, past and present, wants a chance to play, dress up in fancy garb, and earn a new fan base. Shows likeThe Traitorsprovide an opportunity toencourage fans to want to go back and watch the shows of those starsthey may not have known before. Which is also a win-win for those series. The number of people who have gone back to explore the vast world of Survivor because of Season 3’sCarolyn Wigeris incredible. And if the media tour is any sign, the players are treated quite nicely by Peacock! It’s truly not a bad gig!
The Traitorsis available to stream on Peacock.
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