Okay reality TV fans listen up! We've got some seriously juicy gossip that might just blow your mind. Imagine the drama the shade the sheer fabulousness... Martha Stewart on 'The Traitors' !
Alan Cumming Wants Martha Stewart for 'The Traitors' and We Are SO Here for It
Yep you heard that right. Alan Cumming himself host extraordinaire of the Emmy-winning reality hit 'The Traitors' has name-dropped the queen of homemaking herself Martha Stewart as his dream contestant. And honestly who could be better?
In a recent interview Alan was dishing about potential future contestants for 'The Traitors' you know the kind of wily resourceful types who could stir up some delicious chaos. And Martha's name came right out of his mouth! He even said quote "[Martha Stewart is] very resourceful very wily. She’s got all the qualities. I think she’d be a hoot." A hoot! Can you imagine Martha plotting and scheming in that castle? The possibilities are endless!
Why Martha Stewart Would Be Reality TV Gold on 'The Traitors'
Let's break down why Martha Stewart on 'The Traitors' is not just a fun idea it's genius casting waiting to happen.
- She's Resourceful & Wily: Alan Cumming hit the nail on the head. Martha is known for her incredible resourcefulness and let's be real a certain level of shrewdness. She can whip up a gourmet meal out of pantry staples and build a business empire from scratch. Traitors beware!
- She's Unpredictable: Martha Stewart is full of surprises. One minute she is baking perfect soufflés the next she is hanging out with Snoop Dogg. You never know what she is going to do which is perfect for a game like 'The Traitors'.
- The Drama Potential is Off the Charts: Picture Martha Stewart trying to lie and deceive. Or better yet picture her judging other contestants' strategy and maybe even their table manners! The tension would be incredible.
- She'd Bring a Whole New Audience: Let's be honest 'The Traitors' is already popular but Martha Stewart would bring in viewers who might not normally watch reality competition shows. Think of the cross-generational appeal!
Basically Martha Stewart is reality TV gold waiting to be mined and 'The Traitors' is the perfect show for her to unleash her inner mastermind.
Alan Cumming Spills 'The Traitors' Secrets and Why He's Done With 'Cabaret'
But the interview with Alan Cumming wasn't just about dream casting. He also dropped some fun behind-the-scenes secrets about 'The Traitors' and his own career.
- Emmy Win Celebration? Vegan Diner! After winning an Emmy for 'The Traitors' Alan didn't hit up some fancy Hollywood party. Nope he went to his favorite vegan diner Vegan Glory with his husband. Talk about down to earth!
- 60 and Thriving: Alan is embracing turning 60 and jokes that he is "subverting the expectations of what you're supposed to be like when you turn 60." He is curious about life and not slowing down anytime soon.
- No More 'Cabaret' Ever: Even though Alan won a Tony for 'Cabaret' and it changed his life he says "I could die happy never being in Cabaret again." He is ready to move on from performing those iconic songs. He even finds it "horrifying" to hear his 'Money' song trending on TikTok in memes.
- Queerness and 'The Traitors': Alan spoke about diversity on 'The Traitors' noting the importance of queer representation especially now and how the show aims to combat prejudice through visibility.
It's clear Alan Cumming is as fascinating and entertaining off-screen as he is on 'The Traitors'. And his Martha Stewart casting suggestion? Pure genius.
Could Martha Actually Do It? Let the Speculation Begin!
So will Martha Stewart actually join 'The Traitors'? Only time will tell. But Alan Cumming has put the idea out there and the internet is buzzing. Imagine the confessionals Martha's icy stare across the round table her perfectly crafted side-eye... We can only dream (and maybe start a petition?).