The long-awaited return of The Traitors is finally coming to an end. Peacock just dropped the latest cast list, and viewers are pleased with their choices. Among the cast lineup are Dorinda Medley, who will thankfully get another chance to play the game. But with such a great lineup, I have a few predictions of my own. Let’s take a look.
One Tree Hill’s Stephen Colletti will be aiming for a comeback like Tom Sandoval
I almost forgot about Stephen Colletti after his lackluster portrayal on Laguna Beach that probably scarred him. The last I saw of Stephen he was playing a bartender on One Tree Hill. But now he is back and hoping to go far on The Traitors. But he has his own redemption arc to work with. Hell, if Tom Sandoval can do it, so can Stephen. The former hottie of Laguna made waves back in the 2000s when he dated Kristin Cavallari.
He somehow found himself in a love triangle with Lauren Conrad and Kristin. For years, fans speculated that he had stepped out on Kristin during their relationship. But it turns out we had it wrong all along. The duo hosted a podcast a few years back where Kristen admitted to having had cheated on him. However, at the time, Stephen also admitted that his close bond with LC did him no favors and caused issues within his relationship. The pair never dated but did have one steamy hookup during a rough patch with Kristin. Personally, I think Stephen will be able to win back some fans, but most viewers probably won’t even know who he is. So it’s a fresh start for the former playboy, who is looking to be the most honest of the faithfuls.
Michael Rapaport will cause controversy, mirroring his real life
When it comes to any Bravo show, Michael Rapaport is well-versed in the drama. He’s been a guest multiple times on Watch What Happens Live, too. And while his views might not always be well-received, he is known to cause a bit of drama. This could be exactly what Peacock is looking for in the casting, but without a doubt, Michael will be a polarizing character. The former Boston Public actor is no stranger to controversy, and he is currently in hot water.
The Traitors is known for bringing an eclectic pot of people together. But many viewers are concerned about past comments made by Michael. In this current political climate, there is no place for opinions that mirror sexist or racist sentiments. In the past, Michael has been caught using racist language and sharing his questionable views on social media. Fans took to the comments to call out the casting choice. One wrote, “Amazing Traitors cast sans Michael Rapaport. He’s a piece of sh*t and it’s extremely annoying that Bravo and Peacock keep giving him a platform.” Traitor or not, Michael might be the first cast member voted out of the castle.
Ron Funches will bring the laughs alongside Monet X Change
If you haven’t heard of Ron Funches, you are missing out. Personally, I love him on Max’s Harley Quinn. But the dude is funny. Alongside him will be Monet X Change from RuPaul’s Drag Race. Both men are witty, smart, engaging, and know how to light up a room. I don’t see them being cast as traitors. In fact, I see them both as a stronghold for the faithfuls. But I also feel that these will be the class clowns of Season 4. I can already see them being caught on camera during a challenge, saying the darndest things.
In times of strife, the cast will need a bit of comic relief. This is where Ron and Monet will come in. With everyone’s guard down, it might even be easier to weed out who needs to be voted out. Needless to say, the newest class of The Traitors will once again entertain fans. Along with the above, there are a decent number of Real Housewives, Survivor, and Big Brother players to round out the cast. Right now, I find it hard to see who Alan Cumming will choose as his mightiest traitors. But either way, Season 4 will do its best to keep the secrets hidden and the drama coming.
The Traitors is available to stream on Peacock.
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