Here’s the full list of new contestants on Traitors Sweden spring 2026 – cast and rumours
It’s official now. Traitors Sweden is back with a new season this spring, and I don’t know if you’ve had time to process it yet, but the contestant list that just dropped is absolutely wild. The channel really went all out when putting this group together – we’ve got heavyweights from politics rubbing shoulders with artists who’ve sold out arenas and influencers who’ve built empires online. They’ll all gather at Häringe Castle outside Stockholm, they’ll all try to outwit each other, and only one – or maybe a select few – will be left standing when the dust settles.
I’ve been following Traitors Sweden since the very first season back in 2023, when Katia Mosally took home the win as a traitor, and I can say this: this year’s line-up is one of the most unexpected I’ve seen. Dragomir Mrsic is back in the host chair as always, with that look that says "I know something you don’t know", and the prize pot keeps growing with every episode. But the real question is who can handle the pressure when things start heating up at the round table.
Why this spring’s season of Traitors Sweden is different
Filming has already wrapped, I know from reliable sources, and word has it the atmosphere was anything but peaceful. Apparently one contestant broke down crying on the very first night. Another reportedly refused to eat in the same room as a certain rival. It’s exactly these kinds of whispers that make you even more excited for the premiere on April 16.
What sets this season apart from previous ones is the mix of personalities. In earlier years, you’d see clear clusters – either big names from the sports world or a bunch of reality stars. This time, they’ve blended generations, backgrounds, and temperaments in a way that promises pure chaos. And the best part? No one has a clue who’s loyal and who’s secretly plotting behind the scenes.
The full list: Contestants on Traitors Sweden spring 2026
Here are the confirmed names stepping into the game. Some have already popped up on social media with cryptic posts from the castle setting, while others kept a low profile until the official press release confirmed them.
- Mona Sahlin – former party leader and cabinet minister. The big question is whether her political poker face will hold up in an environment where everything hinges on trust.
- Miriam Bryant – the platinum-selling artist who’s packed Scandinavium. She’s admitted herself that she’s completely hooked on the show. "I’m a total nerd about it," she said recently on a morning show.
- Sebastian Tadros – the influencer and host who’s built a career on being loved by everyone. But will that be enough when you have to be cunning?
- Anna Anka – the former Hollywood wife who always delivers quotes worth framing. Her straight-talking style will either win her allies – or burn bridges.
- Tilda Törnqvist – a TV personality who’s found success in several reality formats. She knows how to play the game, but Traitors Sweden is a whole different level of psychological warfare.
- Jonna Lundell – one of Sweden’s most established influencers. She’s used to living in the spotlight, but there’s no edit button here.
And then there’s one name that even made me raise an eyebrow: Jan Salestrand, lieutenant general and former head of His Majesty the King’s military staff. The man who was the King’s right-hand man is now set to navigate a game built on exactly what the military usually hates – deception and uncertainty. I can already picture him sitting down at breakfast with the same disciplined expression he wore when leading the Defence Staff. The question is whether the others will dare to vote out someone with that kind of gravitas.
Premiere, air time, and what to expect
The first episode of Traitors Sweden airs on Thursday, April 16, on the channel and its streaming service. As usual, episodes will drop as the season unfolds, which typically means we get to follow both murder nights and round tables every week. Häringe Castle once again serves as the atmospheric setting – a castle that feels like a dream by day but a trap by night.
According to sources from the shoot, this year’s prize pot is the biggest yet, which naturally raises the stakes even higher. For the faithful, it’s about survival; for the traitors, it’s about manipulating without being caught. And those of us watching? We’ll be sitting at home shouting at our screens whenever someone clearly lies straight to the group.
What’s being whispered behind the scenes
Off the record, there are murmurs that several contestants accused each other of "plotting everything in advance" during filming. Other rumours suggest one of the artists – my bet is on Miriam Bryant – refused to film certain scenes because another contestant was "too manipulative". Exactly who that is, we’ll find out when the episodes air.
One thing’s for sure: with this mix of political savvy, artistic integrity, and pure grit, this season is going to go down in history. And if you think you already know who’s going to win – just wait until you see how it all plays out. Because in Traitors Sweden, no one is who they appear to be. Not even the King’s general.