Twenty-three new celebrities have moved into a deadly Scottish castle, each hoping to leave $250,000 richer as the winner of “The Traitors” Season 4.
The hit Peacock reality competition series, hosted by Alan Cumming, will return Thursday, Jan. 8 for a new season, featuring a cast stacked with “Real Housewives” favorites, “Survivor” winners, actors and more stars.
Peacock unveiled the official cast list for “The Traitors” Season 4 on June 20, 2025, giving fans months to predict who will team up and how the game will unfold.

On “The Traitors,” celebrities play a murder mystery game. After being divided into two groups — Faithfuls and Traitors — the Faithfuls have to correctly identify and vote out all the Traitors in order to walk away with the grand prize. If any Traitors remain at the end of the game, they take all the money.
So, who are the murderous Traitors and who are the loyal Faithfuls looking to banish them? Viewers will find out when they tune into the premiere at 9 p.m ET/ 6 p.m. PT, which includes three supersized episodes. For now, get to know the cast of “The Traitors” Season 4 and where you have seen them before.
Who Are ‘The Traitors’ Season 4 Contestants?
Candiace Dillard Bassett

Where you know her from: “The Real Housewives of Potomac”
Candiace Dillard Bassett is one of many “Real Housewives” stars who will be competing this season. After being crowned Miss United States in 2013, she became a reality television star when she joined “The Real Housewives of Potomac” in 2018 for Season 3. She exited the show after Season 8 and welcomed a baby boy with her husband, Chris Bassett, in October 2024.
Caroline Stanbury

Where you know her from: “The Real Housewives of Dubai”
Caroline Stanbury first entered the Bravo universe in 2014 as one of the original cast members of “Ladies of London.” She remained on the show for three seasons before switching to “The Real Housewives of Dubai,” which last aired in September 2024. Stanbury, who is also a business woman, a podcaster and a mother of three, penned an essay for TODAY.com in 2024 about her desire to have more children in the future with husband Sergio Carrallo, who is 18 years her junior.
Colton Underwood

Where you know him from: “The Bachelor”
Colton Underwood originally competed on Becca Kufrin’s Season of “The Bachelorette” (Season 14) before he was named the lead of “The Bachelor” Season 23. After a tumultuous breakup with his winner, he came out as gay in 2021 during an interview on “Good Morning America.” He married Jordan C. Brown in May 2023 and the couple welcomed their first child together in September 2024.
Donna Kelce

Where you know her from: “Mama” Kelce to Travis and Jason Kelce
Mama Kelce is launching her reality television career. Donna Kelce, who is the mother of NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce and Taylor Swift’s future mother-in-law, already has some TV experience. In 2024, she landed roles in two Hallmark Channel holiday movies: “Christmas on Call” and “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story.”
Dorinda Medley

Where you know her from: “The Real Housewives of New York City”
Dorinda Medley is returning for another chance to claim “The Traitors” cash prize. She briefly appeared last season but was murdered the first night. Bravo viewers, who have become fans of Medley thanks to her appearances on “The Real Housewives of New York City” and “The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip,” will get to see her compete again and, hopefully, survive the first elimination.
Eric Nam

Where you know him from: Singer-songwriter
≈ is a global musician with a dedicated fanbase, known as Nam Nation, that make up his 4.2 million Instagram followers. He was named one of YouTube Music’s “Artists On The Rise” in 2019. He has released three English albums and also dabbles in acting as The Hollywood Reporter revealed he will voice a character in the upcoming “The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender” movie.
Ian Terry

Where you know him from: “Big Brother” Seasons 14 and 22
Ian Terry cemented his name in “Big Brother” history thanks to his clever and honest gameplay in Season 14 of the competition series. With the help of his “Quack Pack” alliance with “The Traitors” Season 3 alum Britney Haynes, he made it to the end, where he explained his flawless strategy and earned the win over “The Traitors” Season 2 star Dan Gheesling. Terry returned for the second all-stars season, Season 22, where he placed eleventh.
Johnny Weir

Where you know him from: Olympic figure skater
Johnny Weir is a figure skating icon who now works as a television commentator. During his time on the ice, he competed in the 2006 and 2010 Winter Olympics, and also received a bronze medal at the 2008 World Figure Skating Championships. Weir, a three-time U.S. National champion, will be a commentator for the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Kristen Kish

Where you know her from: Host of “Top Chef”
Kristen Kish earned her spot as a person to watch in the culinary world when she won Season 10 of “Top Chef: Seattle.” She became the first chef in the show’s history to get eliminated and return to the competition after outlasting the rest of her chefs in “Last Chance Kitchen.” After briefly appearing as a guest judge over the next few seasons, Kish was named the host of “Top Chef” in 2024 after Padma Lakshmi departed.
Rob Cesternino

Where you know him from: “Survivor: The Amazon” and “Survivor: All Stars”
Rob Cesternino is hoping to have a successful run on “The Traitors” like the fellow castaways who competed before him. He originally appeared on “Survivor: The Amazon” (Season 6) in 2003 and placed third before returning for “Survivor: All Stars” (Season 8) the following year, finishing in 15th place. Since then, he has made a name for himself in the podcasting world with “Rob Has a Podcast,” which dissects the gameplay on “Survivor,” “Big Brother, “The Amazing Race” and other competition shows.
Lisa Rinna

Where you know her from: “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills”
Multi-hyphenate Lisa Rinna is adding “The Traitors” to her endless resume. Rinna, who began her career as a model, became a soap opera star in the ‘90s when she was cast as Billie on “Days of Our Lives” and continued her acting career with a role on “Melrose Place.” She joined “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” in Season 5 and left the show after Season 12.
Mark Ballas

Where you know him from: “Dancing With the Stars”
A three-time Mirrorball winner has entered the game. Professional dancer Mark Ballas, who first appeared on “Dancing With the Stars” in Season 5 and most recently competed with Whitney Leavitt in Season 34, will be leaving the ballroom behind to try out a much different type of competition. In addition to being a ballroom expert, Ballas is also a musician and sings in a duo called Alexander Jean with his wife, BC Jean.
Maura Higgins

Where you know her from: “Love Island” and “Love Island USA”
“Love Island” royalty Maura Higgins should feel at home in a castle. Higgins was one of the main stars of “Love Island” UK’s fifth season, often considered one of the best across franchises. She has remained in the “Love Island” family since then and currently hosts the “Love Island USA: Aftersun” show. She has competed on UK shows “Dancing on Ice” and “I’m a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!” as well.
Michael Rapaport

Where you know him from: Actor
Michael Rapaport is an actor and comedian, best known for appearing in movies like “True Romance” and “Higher Learning.” He has appeared on television shows such as “Prison Break,” “Justified” and “Atypical,” and recently had a recurring role on Season 2 of “Only Murders in the Building.” In December, he announced his is running for mayor of New York.
Monét X Change

Where you know her from: “RuPaul’s Drag Race”
Monét X Change burst onto the scene in 2018 when she competed on Season 10 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and came in sixth place. She returned for the fourth season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” and was named a co-winner with Trinity The Tuck. She was also the runner-up on Season 7 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars.” She currently co-hosts the “Sibling Rivalry” podcast with “Drag Race” and “Traitors” alum Bob the Drag Queen.
Natalie Anderson

Where you know her from: “Survivor: San Juan del Sur — Blood vs. Water" and “Survivor: Winners At War”
Natalie Anderson is known by “Survivor” fans as a strategic mastermind and an adaptable player. After her twin sister was voted off first in Season 29, Anderson formed strong bonds, particularly with Jeremy Collins from Season 3 of “The Traitors,” and made it to the end of the game. She was named the winner and returned for the historic 40th season, where she was the runner-up.
Porsha Williams

Where you know her from: “The Real Housewives of Atlanta”
Porsha Williams became one of the faces of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” in Season 5 when she joined the show. She left after Season 13 but returned for Season 16 last year. She has also appeared in the spinoffs “The Real Housewives of Atlanta: Porsha’s Having a Baby,” “Porsha’s Family Matters” and “The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip.”
Rob Rausch

Where you know him from: “Love Island USA” Season 6
The most divisive contestant from “Love Island USA” Season 6 is ready to make his grand return to reality television. Rob Rausch, a snake wrangler from Alabama, was first a Casa Amor contestant on Season 5 of “Love Island USA” before he was invited back to be an original contestant the following season. From his dramatic pool dive to his meme-able eye roll, Rausch kept fans hooked all summer long.
Ron Funches

Where you know him from: Comedian
Ron Funches is a comedian and actor. He showed off his comedic chops on the NBC sitcom “Undateable” and also lent his voice to characters in “BoJack Horseman,” “The Adventures of Puss in Boots,” “Harley Quinn,” “Trolls” and “Inside Out 2.” He was one of the panelists featured on the game show “Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?” hosted by Travis Kelce.
Stephen Colletti

Where you know him from: “One Tree Hill” and "Laguna Beach"
Actor Stephen Colletti is reconnecting with his reality television roots. As a teen, he started out on MTV’s “Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County” for two seasons before focusing on acting. He booked a recurring role on Season 4 of “One Tree Hill” as Chase Adams. He was upgraded to a series regular in Season 8. He then starred on the TV dramedy “Everyone Is Doing Great.”
Tara Lipinski

Where you know her from: Olympic figure skater
Figure skater Tara Lipinski, a legend in her sport, won the gold medal at the 1998 Olympics. She took home the gold at the World Championships and the U.S. Championships the year prior. After retiring, she hopped in the broadcasting booth. She will join close friend and contestant Johnny Weir as a commentator for the 2026 Winter Games.
Tiffany Mitchell

Where you know her from: “Big Brother” Season 23
Tiffany Mitchell was the mastermind behind one of the greatest “Big Brother” alliances of all time: The Cookout. Mitchell devised a plan to make sure her alliance made up the final six houseguests, and she succeeded. She placed sixth. She later competed on Season 1 of “The Challenge: USA” but was eliminated during the second week.
Yamil ‘Yam Yam’ Arocho

Where you know him from: “Survivor” Season 44
Yam Yam’s impressive social game, thanks in part to his infectious personality, helped him win the title of Sole Survivor at the end of Season 44. He was a member of a strong three-person alliance with “The Traitors” Season 3 star Carolyn Wiger. He hasn’t competed on television since his season concluded in May 2023. He owns and runs a salon in his native home of Puerto Rico.














