Lisa Rinna’s time as a Traitor on Season 4 of “The Traitors” came to an end in the seventh episode, where she made a dramatic exit after successfully murdering several high-profile competitors. Known for her chaotic antics on “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” Rinna showed a different side of herself on the show – calculated, strategic, and surprisingly stealthy. She managed to stay off the Faithfuls’ radar for weeks until a fateful moment at the Black Banquet when Yam Yam Arocho screamed her name as he was escorted out.
In an interview with Variety, Rinna reflected on her experience on the show, admitting that it was intense and required some time to recover from. She praised the production and acknowledged the challenging nature of the game. Despite the stress, Rinna expressed no regrets and even mentioned that she “loved murdering people,” highlighting the competitive and thrilling aspect of the show.
One of the most shocking moments of Rinna’s time on the show was when her Traitor ally, Rob Rausch, led the charge to eliminate her from the game. Rinna admitted that she had no idea Rob was planning her downfall until after the episodes aired. Despite feeling betrayed by Rob, Rinna understood that it was all part of the game and acknowledged his strategic gameplay.
The infamous moment at the Black Banquet, where Yam Yam screamed Rinna’s name, added a layer of drama to her elimination. Rinna explained that she had air-kissed everyone at the event, including Yam Yam, and emphasized that the kiss was not the reason for his accusation. She found humor in the situation, recognizing the irony and drama of the moment.
Looking back on her time on “The Traitors,” Rinna expressed admiration for the game’s intensity and the strategic gameplay of her fellow competitors. She acknowledged the challenges of balancing alliances and betrayals in a high-stakes environment. Despite her elimination, Rinna left a lasting impression on the show, showcasing her competitive spirit and strategic mindset. I found myself in a situation where all I needed was a cigarette and I would be ready to leave. No matter what was going on, that was all I needed at the moment.
After narrowly escaping elimination thanks to Rob’s last-minute decision, I believe I could have survived one more episode if the vote had gone towards Natalie instead. It’s unclear why Rob chose to target me, but I plan to confront him about his decision during the reunion to understand his thought process.
Colton seemed to have a vendetta against me throughout the game, and his negative portrayal online has been disheartening. My comment about him being a “stalker” was meant as a playful jab, but I later apologized as I didn’t want to contribute to online hate. Despite our rivalry, I acknowledged Colton as a worthy adversary and thanked him for the challenge he presented.
Being a Traitor in the game was a thrilling experience for me. I enjoyed the strategic gameplay and the adrenaline rush of deceiving my fellow contestants. It was a role I embraced wholeheartedly and wouldn’t change a thing about it.
In conclusion, I relished the opportunity to play the game as a Traitor and appreciated the challenges it brought. Despite the conflicts and controversies that arose, I approached the game with enthusiasm and enjoyed every moment of it. This interview has been condensed for clarity.
