The Traitors Australia 2026 is returning with a celebrity cast, a new host and another high-stakes game of deception, manipulation and… murder!
ICYMI: the brutal reality competition places contestants inside a secluded manor, where most are secretly designated as Faithfuls while a smaller group becomes the treacherous Traitors. Each night, the Traitors “murder” a player, while the rest gather at the Round Table to banish whoever they suspect is working against them.
The big kicker: the Faithfuls must expose every single Traitor to claim the cash prize of $250k, but any Traitor who survives to the finale can steal it for themselves. Sorry about it!
Take a look at the trailer for The Traitors Australia — we’re in for a season of reality TV chaos!
Originally created in the Netherlands, the format has become an international television phenomenon, spawning 40 local adaptations and particularly successful editions in the UK and US. Its mix of strategy, betrayal and psychological gameplay has turned the franchise into one of reality television’s biggest success stories.
The Traitors Australia has already aired two seasons, but the show has been absent for almost three years. Season three premieres on August 4, 2026, and the revival brings a major change with it. The 2026 season has only cast celebrities (previous seasons had normies in the mix) and original host, actor Rodger Corser, who led the first two seasons, has been replaced by former Big Brother Australia host Gretel Killeen, who will oversee the celebrity-filled blood bath.
But who are the potential Traitors and loyal Faithfuls? Without further ado….
Meet The Traitors Australia 2026 cast of celebrity contestants for Season Three
Keira Maguire — The Bachelor Australia
Keira Maguire is the most iconic reality TV villain ever, with her one-liners and brash personality known for delivering drama. She rose to fame on The Bachelor Australia in 2016, appearing later on Bachelor in Paradise and I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Australia.
Alex Nation — The Bachelor Australia
Alex Nation is a media personality, mother and youth support worker. She became famous after winning Richie Strahan’s season of The Bachelor Australia in 2016, before returning to the franchise as a contestant on Bachelor in Paradise in 2018.
Cam Merchant — Married at First Sight Australia
Cam Merchant is a cricketer, performance coach and mental health advocate known for his lovable personality and reality television love story. He became famous on Married at First Sight Australia season six, where he met his future wife, Jules Robinson. The couple later married outside the experiment and have since welcomed two sons together.
Ian ‘Dicko’ Dickson — Australian Idol
Ian ‘Dicko’ Dickson is a sharp-tongued television personality and former music executive known for his blunt opinions and larger-than-life personality. He became famous as an original judge on Australian Idol in 2003, later appearing on Dancing with the Stars, Celebrity Apprentice and My Restaurant Rules over the years.
Cosima De Vito — Australian Idol
Cosima De Vito is an Australian singer with a powerful voice and one of the most memorable contestants from the country’s early reality television era. She rose to fame on the first season of Australian Idol in 2003, notoriously withdrawing from the competition after developing serious problems with vocal nodules. Cosima’s nodules, never forget!
Tully Smyth — Big Brother Australia
Tully Smyth is a writer, presenter, podcaster and content creator known for sharing her life online with openness and humour. She became famous as a housemate on Big Brother Australia in 2013, where her controversial relationship with Drew Anthony attracted national attention, and she returned to her old stomping ground for Big Brother: Royalty vs New Contenders.
Gamble Breaux — The Real Housewives of Melbourne
Gamble Breaux is an outspoken socialite, singer and performer who has never been afraid of confrontation. She is best known as an ex-cast member on The Real Housewives of Melbourne, her sweet marriage to Dr Rick ‘Wolfie’ Wolfe, along with her music career side hustle, with her single topping an Australian independent music chart in 2021.
Krissy Marsh — The Real Housewives of Sydney
Krissy Marsh is a property professional, author and reality television personality recognised for her unapologetic personality that makes her a drama magnet. She became famous through The Real Housewives of Sydney, where her outspoken personality made her a standout. She also published The Real Krissy Marsh Cookbook while continuing her successful career in real estate.
Kween Kong — RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under
Kween Kong is a drag performer, dancer and choreographer known for commanding stages. She rose to fame on RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under season two, later competing on Global All Stars and becoming the first drag queen nominated for the Graham Kennedy Award at the Logies.
Rhys Nicholson — RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under
Rhys Nicholson is an Australian comedian, writer and television personality. Rhys is most famous as a permanent judge on RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under, joining the series in 2021, while also building a successful career through stand-up comedy, acting, presenting and television appearances.
Shane Gould — Australian Survivor
Shane Gould is one of Australia’s greatest swimmers, an Olympic champion whose achievements made her a national sporting legend. She won three gold medals at the 1972 Munich Olympics but became known to reality audiences through Australian Survivor: Champions v Contenders, which she won, returning later for Australian Survivor: All Stars.
Kirby Bentley — Australian Survivor
Kirby Bentley is an Australian rules footballer and reality TV competitor known for her wicked social game. She became famous through Australian Survivor, finishing fifth on Titans v Rebels before returning for Australia v The World, with her bold gameplay and strong relationships helping make her a popular fan favourite.
Henry Nicholson — Australian Survivor
Henry Nicholson is a filmmaker and reality contestant remembered for combining charm with strategic play. He became famous on Australian Survivor in 2017, where he pretended to be a relaxed yoga instructor and emerged as a major threat, before later working behind the camera as a film director and producer.
AJ Antonios — Australian Survivor
AJ Antonios is a gamer, poker enthusiast and competitive strategist brimming with confidence. He became known through Australian Survivor: Brains v Brawn II, entering as a member of the Brains tribe and bringing experience in reading opponents, calculating risks and navigating high-pressure games built around trust.
Rachael Evren — Love Island Australia
Rachael Evren is a content creator, movie reviewer and cosplay enthusiast known for her pop culture commentary. She first reached television audiences on Love Island Australia season three, where her time in the villa ended early, before building a following through social media, film reviews and elaborate costumes inspired by recognisable fictional characters.
Claudia Bonifazio — Love Island Australia
Claudia Bonifazio is a medical secretary and reality personality known for her quirky personality and confidence. She became famous after winning Love Island Australia season four in 2022 alongside Austen Bugeja, with their rocky villa romance blossoming beyond the show and making them one of the franchise’s strongest couples.
Josh and Luke Packham — Love Island Australia and The Block
Josh Packham is a content creator who first stepped into the limelight by winning Love Island Australia season two with Anna McEvoy, starring alongside his identical brother Luke Packham. The siblings then starred together on The Block in 2021, where the pair renovated a Hampton house and ultimately finished as runners-up.
Alvin Quah — MasterChef Australia
Alvin Quah is a Malaysian-born Australian cook, food personality and scientist whose infectious humour and quirky wardrobe make her perfect for TV. He became famous on MasterChef Australia season two, returning for Fans & Favourites in 2022, and has since worked across television and media while proudly celebrating Malaysian flavours.
Manaaki Hoepo — Aussie Shore
Manaaki Hoepo is a New Zealand-born reality personality and hospitality worker known for his cheeky energy. He made a name for himself in Australia through Aussie Shore, the local instalment of the Shore franchise, after previously appearing on the New Zealand dating competition Heartbreak Island with his former partner.
Lawson Mahoney — Made in Bondi
Lawson Mahoney is a Sydney socialite and model known for his privileged Bondi lifestyle and complicated relationships. He starred in Made in Bondi, the Australian spin-off of Made in Chelsea, where his romance with Bella Salerno and clashes within their affluent friendship group brought much of the program’s drama.
Rob Farnham — Musician
Rob Farnham is an Australian musician, drummer and singer who grew up within one of the country’s most famous musical families. He is best known as the eldest son of Australian music legend John Farnham and as a member of the rock band Rival Fire.
The third season of Traitors Australia premieres on Network 10 and 10Play on August 4, 2026.
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