Donna Kelce to Journey to Scotland amidst The Traitors Season 4 Premiere
Donna Kelce, the proud mama of NFL talents Jason and Travis Kelce, is hopping into the intrigue herself. That's right, the sassy matriarch has been confirmed as the host of the fourth season of the notorious game show, The Traitors, set to unfold this summer.
Peacock splashed the news on Friday, and ol' Donna will be residing in Alan Cumming's luxurious Scottish abode in the Highlands alongside a star-studded cast—including reality stars, Olympians, and other familiar faces.
Donna eagerly posted the show's thrilling trailer on her Instagram account, captioned, "Sundays were just the beginning. I raised the two playmakers, but now it's Mama's turn."
Rumors about the highly anticipated fourth season's lineup have been circulating since the third season's finale in March. But things really heated up this week as casting leaks flooded blogs and social media platforms. Many of these whispers were proven true on Friday.
So, who's going to stir the pot this time? Among the seasoned lineup are:
- Dorinda Medley from The Real Housewives of New York
- Lisa Rinna, Days of Our Lives actress and a Housewife alum
- Caroline Stanbury, former cast member of The Real Housewives of Dubai
- Porsha Williams, The Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member
- Candiace Dillard Bassett, another Housewife from The Real Housewives of Potomac
- Rob Cesternino, a three-time Survivor contestant
- Yam Yam Arocho, also a Survivor competitor (who made it to the final 6 on Winners at War)
- Natalie Anderson, Survivor winner from San Juan del Sur
- Kristin Kish, Top Chef host and season 10 winner
- Tara Lipinski, Olympic figure skating champion
- Johnny Weir, two-time Olympic figure skater and Lipinski's NBC colleague
Filming for both the U.K. and U.S. seasons typically takes place at the enchanting Ardross Castle. This year marks the first time three seasons will be shot one after another, as the U.K. launches a celebrity edition, while their original franchise showcases non-reality competitors.
The Traitors initially made its debut in The Netherlands in 2021 as De Verraders. In less than a year, it has become one of the fastest-growing reality TV exports, boasting 33 international adaptations in over two dozen languages across five continents. U.S. viewers can enjoy seasons of the U.S., U.K., Australia, and New Zealand on Peacock.
Sadly, there's no official word on when we can tune in for Donna Kelce's hosting debut. But judging by past releases, it's looking like early 2026 could be the grand entry. So, stay tuned, folks!
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- Donna Kelce, the host of the fourth season of 'The Traitors', announced her upcoming role on her Instagram account, expressing her excitement about venturing into the world of reality shows.
- The lineup for the new season includes celebrities from various domains such as reality TV stars, Olympians, and entertainers, adding a touch of pop-culture to the game show.
- The new season of 'The Traitors' promises to delve into the intricacies of society and lifestyle, offering viewers a peek into the lives of the celebrities participating in the show.
- In addition to the US season, the UK is launching a celebrity edition of 'The Traitors', indicating a growing interest in the show across different cultures.
- For those interested in catching up on past seasons of 'The Traitors', Peacock offers an opportunity to sign up and access the previously aired seasons in various languages.
