Cast of The Traitors 2026 – Full Guide to Every Season

The Traitors has become one of the most talked-about reality franchises on television, with multiple versions airing across the US, UK, and India. This is a season-by-season breakdown of every confirmed cast for 2025 and 2026, including the US Season 4 line-up, the UK Season 4 winners, and the upcoming Celebrity Traitors Series 2.

Who is in the cast of The Traitors season 4 (2026)?

The answer depends on which version you are asking about. The US Season 4 aired in 2025 on Peacock, while the UK Season 4 aired in 2026 on BBC One. There is no separate “Season 4” for 2026 in the US. Here is an overview of the key seasons.

Several patterns emerge when looking at the full cast of The Traitors across these seasons.

• US Season 4 featured reality TV veterans from The Amazing Race, Survivor, Big Brother, and Dancing With The Stars.
• UK Season 4 was won by two Traitors – Rachel Duffy and Stephen Libby – a rare outcome for the franchise.
• Celebrity Traitors UK Series 2 includes a mix of actors, comedians, musicians, and models.
• Alan Cumming remains the host of the US version, bringing his distinctive style to the role.
• Cast sizes vary: US seasons typically have 20–23 contestants; UK celebrity versions have 21.
• The India version, hosted by Karan Johar and streaming on Prime Video, has a separate casting pool.
• No returning contestants from earlier seasons have been confirmed for any upcoming series.

Who is in the cast of Celebrity Traitors series 2?

The BBC officially announced the 21 contestants for Celebrity Traitors UK Series 2 on 2 May 2026. The line-up draws from across British pop culture, including actors, comedians, musicians, and models.

Confirmed celebrity contestants

The full list includes Bella Ramsey (star of The Last of Us), James Acaster (comedian), James Blunt (singer-songwriter), Jerry Hall (model and actress), and Joanne McNally (comedian). Sixteen other well-known figures complete the cast, though the BBC has not yet published the full roster with episode outcomes.

Celebrity Traitors UK Series 2 is the first celebrity edition to follow the standard competitive format. Previous celebrity versions used shorter formats. The series is expected to air on BBC One later in 2026.

How the celebrity cast compares to civilian seasons

The celebrity edition differs from civilian UK seasons in contestant background and publicity. Civilian seasons feature members of the public from diverse professions, while the celebrity version draws exclusively from entertainment, sports, and media. Both are hosted by Claudia Winkleman.

Who are the contestants on The Traitors US?

The US version of The Traitors, hosted by Alan Cumming and streaming on Peacock, has completed four seasons as of 2025. The casting strategy has increasingly leaned toward reality TV alumni.

The Traitors US Season 4 (2025) – full cast of 23

Season 4 featured one of the most star-studded casts in the franchise. The 23 contestants included Candiace Dillard Bassett (The Real Housewives of Potomac), Caroline Stanbury (The Real Housewives of Dubai), Colton Underwood (The Bachelor), Donna Kelce (mother of Travis and Jason Kelce), Dorinda Medley (The Real Housewives of New York City), Eric Nam (K-pop singer and TV host), Ian Terry (Big Brother 14 winner), Johnny Weir (Olympic figure skater), Kristen Kish (Top Chef winner), Rob Cesternino (Survivor alum), Lisa Rinna (The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills), Mark Ballas (Dancing with the Stars champion), Maura Higgins (Love Island UK), Michael Rapaport (actor and comedian), Monét X Change (RuPaul’s Drag Race), Natalie Anderson (The Amazing Race), Porsha Williams (The Real Housewives of Atlanta), Rob Rausch (Love Island USA), Ron Funches (stand-up comedian), Stephen Colletti (One Tree Hill), Tara Lipinski (Olympic figure skater), Tiffany Mitchell (Big Brother 23), and Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho (Survivor).

Notable early outcomes included Donna Kelce, who was a Traitor and was banished in Episode 3. Ian Terry, a Faithful, was murdered in Episode 2. Porsha Williams, a Faithful, was banished in Episode 2. Caroline Stanbury, a Faithful, was murdered in Episode 4.

The Traitors US Season 1, 2, and 3

Season 1 (2023) introduced the format to US audiences with 20 contestants including Kate Chastain, Cirie Fields, and Cody Calafiore. Season 2 (2024) featured Phaedra Parks and John Ritchie. Season 3 (2024) continued the trend of casting reality TV veterans. Full historical cast lists are available on IMDB.

US seasons now draw almost exclusively from other reality competition shows. This creates a meta-layer of strategy where contestants already know each other’s reputations and gameplay styles before entering the castle.

Who is in the cast of The Traitors UK and India?

Both the UK and India versions have distinct casting approaches. The UK civilian version recruits members of the public, while the India version, launched in 2025 on Prime Video, features a mix of personalities.

The Traitors UK Season 4 (2026) – full cast of 22

The UK Season 4, which aired on BBC One in 2026, concluded with a rare double-Traitor victory. Winners Rachel Duffy and Stephen Libby successfully deceived the Faithfuls until the final. The full cast of 22 included Adam Waughman (Faithful, murdered Ep 8), Ellie, Faraaz, Jack, Jade, James, Jessie Stride (Faithful, murdered Ep 9), Matthew, Rachel Duffy (Traitor, winner), Roxy, Sam, Stephen Libby (Traitor, winner), Judy Wilson (Faithful, banished Ep 2), Netty Österberg (Faithful, murdered Ep 2), David “Ben” Benassi (Faithful, murdered Ep 3), Hugo Lodge (Traitor, banished Ep 3), Ross Garshong (Faithful, banished Ep 4), Marzook “Maz” Bana (Faithful, murdered Ep 5), Amanda Collier (Faithful, banished Ep 5), Reece Ward (Faithful, murdered Ep 6), Fiona Hughes (Traitor, banished Ep 6), and Harriet Tyce (Faithful, banished Ep 7).

The Traitors India – Seasons 1 and 2

The India version, hosted by Karan Johar and streaming on Prime Video, launched in 2025. Season 1 winners were Nikita Luther and Urfi Javed, according to Wikipedia. Season 2 is expected in 2026, but the cast has not yet been announced. The Traitors India cast details are scarce from the international press. The show’s first season aired in 2025, and its second season is listed as upcoming with no confirmed contestants from the mainstream sources. Specific contestant lists for the India version remain limited in publicly available English-language sources, and local Indian media may have more frequent updates.

Who was in the earlier seasons (Season 1, 2, 3 and 2022)?

The Traitors franchise began with the original Dutch format in 2022. The US version launched its first season in 2023. Below is a timeline of confirmed cast announcements and air dates.

1. 2022 – The original Dutch format of The Traitors debuts.
2. 2023 – The Traitors US Season 1 airs on Peacock with 20 contestants including Kate Chastain, Cirie Fields, and Cody Calafiore.
3. 2024 – The Traitors US Season 2 airs featuring Phaedra Parks and John Ritchie, among other reality TV personalities.
4. 2024 – The Traitors US Season 3 airs, continuing the trend of casting from Survivor, Big Brother, and The Real Housewives franchises.
5. 2025 – The Traitors US Season 4 airs with 23 contestants. The Traitors India Season 1 launches on Prime Video with Karan Johar as host.
6. May 2026 – BBC announces Celebrity Traitors UK Series 2 with 21 contestants, including Bella Ramsey and James Blunt.
7. 2026 – The Traitors UK Season 4 airs and concludes with Traitors Rachel Duffy and Stephen Libby as joint winners.

What is confirmed and what remains uncertain about future casts?

Several facts are well established, while other details remain unconfirmed or speculative.

Why have the casts changed so much between versions?

The Traitors has expanded rapidly into multiple international versions, each with distinct casting strategies. The US version increasingly casts reality TV veterans, creating a dynamic where contestants must navigate existing relationships and reputations. The UK civilian version recruits members of the public with no prior television experience, while the celebrity version draws from British pop culture including actors, comedians, musicians, and models. The India version, still in its early stages, appears to follow a mixed approach. Alan Cumming’s hosting style has become a signature element that differentiates the US version from other international adaptations.

Where do the official cast announcements come from?

The BBC Media Centre published the official Celebrity Traitors Series 2 cast list on 2 May 2026. Peacock’s blog confirmed the US Season 4 line-up on 5 January 2026. IMDB maintains a comprehensive historical database for all seasons of The Traitors. The RTS UK also published a detailed list of the 21 celebrities competing in Series 2. The BBC Media Centre announcement remains the most authoritative source for the Celebrity Traitors line-up.

“Meeting the 21 celebrities competing in Celebrity Traitors Series Two – including King Kenny, Myha’la and Bella Ramsey.”

— BBC Media Centre, 2 May 2026

“The Traitors Season 4 cast features 23 new contestants, including some of the biggest names in reality TV.”

— Peacock TV Blog, 5 January 2026

A complete guide to the cast of The Traitors across every version

All confirmed casts for The Traitors US, UK, Celebrity, and India versions up to mid-2026 are covered here. The US Season 4 (2025) and UK Season 4 (2026) are the most recent completed seasons. Celebrity Traitors UK Series 2 is the next major edition scheduled to air. For the most up-to-date announcements, follow official channels from BBC, Peacock, and Prime Video.

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Toby MarshStaff Writer

Toby Marsh is Senior Reporter at Castradar.uk, covering film and TV stories across the UK.