“Stop Cyberbullying: Protect Gamers from Harassment”
Peacock has issued an important warning to viewers of The Traitors as negativity begins to spread across social media. As contestants in this reality game show compete, online discussions have turned increasingly hostile, with fans targeting individuals rather than focusing on the game itself.
Protecting Gamers from Harassment
The streaming platform emphasized the importance of kindness in its recent statement. “We are committed to making our cast feel safe, respected, and supported—on-screen and off,” the statement read. It further highlighted that “the cast of The Traitors are real people,” and that genuine discussions about the show should not devolve into cyberbullying or harassment.
Previous Warnings from Peacock
This is not the first instance where Peacock has addressed issues of online behavior. Previously, the network reminded fans of Love Island USA to “be kind” and “spread love,” urging them not to take the show too personally.
The Traitors Overview
Currently in its fourth season, The Traitors pits a group of contestants against each other to identify the so-called Traitors among them. This season features notable contestants, including:
- Lisa Rinna (Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum)
- Candiace Dillard Bassett (Real Housewives of Potomac alum)
- Rob Rausch (Love Island USA alum)
Throughout the season, some contestants have received backlash for their aggressive strategies, overshadowing fan favorites. In each episode, host Alan Cumming designates the Traitors, who eliminate the Faithful one by one while trying to remain undetected.
The Game Mechanics
In The Traitors, the competition revolves around two groups: The Faithful and the Traitors. During roundtable discussions, contestants vote to eliminate one participant each week. If any Traitors survive until the end, they will split the cash prize; otherwise, the remaining Faithful share the winnings.
Peacock encourages viewers to maintain the integrity of the game by enjoying it without resorting to personal attacks or negative commentary.
