HOLLYWOOD—I’m starting to see where things could be headed for this season for the Peacock reality competition series “The Traitors.” The gamers are being targeted and fast and furious. First, we saw the removal of “Big Brother” winner Ian Terry, then we saw the loss of “Survivor” titan Rob Cesternino, before we lost iconic “RHOA” alum Porsha Williams. Donna Kelce, The Secret Traitor was exposed and saw herself booted from the game.
Our traitors Candiace, Lisa and Rob Rausch were forced to commit the murder face-to-face after last week’s cliffhanger. So, which of Eric, Kristen, Caroline or Ron were taken out. Monet was smart to test those Faithfuls tied to a tree to find out who’s stories align and which ones don’t. Ron was very compelling in his revelation that at least 3 traitors were walking around those trees. It didn’t leave Candiace and Rob scared, but Ron suspects Maura. Lisa entered a bit excited, but questions arose about what transpired that night, and she has to come together with a tale that lines up very close to Ron’s tale.
Ron backed up Lisa’s story, but Johnny pegged Ron didn’t chat about the axe. Eric picked up a clue, noting that he recalled hearing a distinct ‘laugh,’ but he didn’t want to say a name just yet. The last person to enter for breakfast was Kristen, so it was Caroline who was murdered, and Lisa was cold as ever, but hilarious. Lisa and Candiace were right about murdering a housewife to throw the scent off of them as potential traitors.
Sorry, Tiffany your speculation of Yam Yam, Ron and Michael is far off. Colton mentioned he wanted to take a big swing at Tiffany. Colton you’re wrong and that might come back and bite you, especially if Monet warns Tiffany that she could be in danger. Monet spilled that Colton is coming after Tiffany, and Candiace didn’t like that one bit.
So, you must publicly announce the player you want to lose a shield. Monet you are getting very warm with Lisa being a traitor. Ron was the first player to lose his shield, followed by Tiffany, then it was Monet, then Michael lost his shield. Michael retaliated by striking at Tara. Candiace warned Lisa that Monet suspects her as a traitor. I like the game when everyone is up for murder; I don’t like some people are immune. Lisa, Stephen, Johnny, Maura and Yam Yam also lost their shields. Yam Yam was doing too much and Colton continued to throw Tiffany’s name under the bus.
Ron was still in hot water with most of the castle, as Natalie was hoping to get a blunt answer. Maura was like Tiffany was quite random, and Mark is playing follower; again, why is Mark on this cast. Candiace immediately pegged that Colton was up to no good and tried to re-direct things. This was indeed an interesting Roundtable with Colton coming in guns blazing going after Tiffany. Tiffany called him out immediately. Tiffany is NOT ONE to play with. Ron threw out Tiffany’s name and Maura came around and tossed out that he was a threat. Whew, I love the fire at this Roundtable.
Eric decided to throw out a name, he noted that one of the Traitors he heard laugh, and he noted he was certain that person was Tiffany. This is that groupthink mentality and the issue I hate with “The Traitors” because it takes the fun out of the game. Candiace stepped in for Tiffany to defend her potential ally and the tears started to flow down Tiffany, Tara and Candiace’s face. Dorinda started to step in as well, to point out that Ron plays a specific role of playing the ‘victim.’ If Tiffany goes out, I’m going to be livid, there needed to be gamers in that turret because this season is starting to take a massive nosedive.
Colton and Eric looked like dumbasses because they were both wrong! I loved that Michael called out potential ringleaders and Colton is in the firing range. Michael Rappaport was not happy, so hopefully some blood is inflicted on the bozos her. Michael was right about Rob R being a potential traitor, and Stephen and Colton are in the line of fire also. Candiace realized that she was done betraying people she cares about. I hate to say it, but Michael Rappaport is delivering exceptional TV, he might be an a** in real life, but TV wise he is gold.
Kristen started to suspect that Colton might be leading things, and she has a target on him. I will admit the Breakfast Scene is getting a bit stale. There is not the level of suspense that they expect, and Monet x Change was murdered. Yeah, tossing out Lisa’s name was not a good move, and Natalie was NOT HAPPY. We know how she is as a player when an ally of hers, she goes full tilt.
Ron became a target once again, but Maura brought up Colton and his definitiveness that Tiffany was the culprit, and fire is starting to erupt on him. Ron, make it make since? It was apparent that since Dorinda came after him, you placed the target on her. Yeah, whatever. Kristen is laser focused on Colton; and I love it. A great twist to the game is this twist of taking a shield leading to everyone being up for murder. No shields taken, no murder transpires. As a traitor, the key is to steal a shield.
The last statue had 4 shields in it, and Colton being Colton was desperate to obtain a shield, precisely what Candiace pegged. So, there are 2 statues with all these shields. You are secure from murder, not secure from banishment. Alan refused to acknowledge if any shields were taken. This tension between Dorinda and Ron is hilarious, but why is Stephen Colletti here? he’s like Mark Ballas, a waste of space. Ron went in on Dorinda and he was super defensive, a rivalry I never expected.
Colton needed to be humble as Michael stated. Colton you’re doing too much as usual. Michael called it out about people constantly following Colton’s lead. Michael put that target strongly on Colton’s back and I loved every minute of it. What an exciting Roundtable, as Candiace kicked things off between the argument with Michael and Colton. Michael pointed some direct evidence at Colton and his focus on lasering in on targets. I’m sorry, but Michael nailed Colton, but his delivery was not stellar. Michael countered Colton’s theory, and Ron went after Dorinda, and she came back swinging hard as hell!
Ron went on the major defensive and cursed out Dorinda, who held her own and called him out on his antics. I’m sorry I cannot stand Colton, and I don’t love Michael, but the fact that he called out people’s BS I loved every minute of it. Lisa Rinna is right Michael is the massive distraction needed for ‘The Traitors’ to accomplish their goal. There is just too much groupthink with these players, but Michael was banished and per usual they were wrong. Host Alan Cumming revealed that a murder might/might not transpire, but they wouldn’t find out till morning.
There are a few people who can go, Tara, Johnny, Stephen and Mark Ballas. They are taking up too much space and doing nothing, absolutely nothing! Kristen made it clear her target is Colton, she feels he’s a traitor. What Mark is finally showing up to play, after 5 episodes. I have a note for the producers: stop casting these random people who have no personality. There are much better picks that could have been on the show.
Wow, Colton started to suspect Lisa, and Dorinda backed up her quietness. This was something Rob picked up on and he realized he has to come after his potential ally. I’m sorry I need Colton out of this got damn castle because he has too many people following him. However, Colton and Lisa going toe-to-toe might be fascinating TV to witness.
Rob spilled in the turret that Colton is coming after Lisa, and Lisa was not happy, and neither was Candiace. Colton was with Lisa and Candiace, so they obviously would know if he took a shield, right? Ok, I’m intrigued for next week’s episode, as it becomes apparent that another murder in plain sight could be unfolding with a twist perhaps.
