Lisa Rinna Claims She Was Drugged At The Traitors Premiere Party

Colton Underwood reportedly helped her after the incident.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Reality TV star Lisa Rinna has claimed she was drugged at the premiere party for the fourth season of the hit competition series The Traitors. Rinna says she tested positive for high levels of fentanyl, amphetamines, and other substances after the event. According to reports, her co-star Colton Underwood noticed Rinna was inebriated and made sure she was safe.

Why it matters

This incident raises concerns about safety and security at high-profile entertainment events, as well as the ongoing issues of substance abuse and potential tampering. It also highlights the complex dynamics between the cast members of The Traitors, as Rinna and Underwood have had a contentious relationship on the show.

The details

Rinna confirmed the drugging incident during a recent media appearance, stating that her team is still dealing with the fallout. The news was first reported by TMZ, which cited sources claiming Underwood noticed Rinna was "completely inebriated" despite not having had much to drink, and made sure she was safe. The two have been at odds during their time on The Traitors, but this incident seems to have brought them together in an unexpected way.

  • The incident occurred at the Season 4 premiere party for The Traitors in West Hollywood on February 26, 2026.
  • Rinna discussed the drugging on a Fox 5 New York appearance in the weeks following the premiere party.

The players

Lisa Rinna

A reality TV personality known for her roles on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and her recent appearance on the competition series The Traitors.

Colton Underwood

A former Bachelor contestant who also appeared on The Traitors alongside Rinna.

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What they’re saying

“I had fentanyl in my system. Yes, I'm not kidding. I had fentanyl, high levels of amphetamines and other things but I can't talk a lot about it because we're still dealing with it. It was leaked and my team is dealing with it now.”

— Lisa Rinna (Fox 5 New York)

“Sources familiar with the situation tell us ... Lisa's Traitors co-star Colton Underwood noticed Lisa was completely inebriated. Because Colton says he knew Lisa didn't have that much to drink -- he was with her the whole night -- so he became concerned, according to our sources.”

— Unnamed source (TMZ)

What’s next

The incident is still being investigated by Rinna's team, and it remains to be seen if any further action will be taken.

The takeaway

This troubling incident highlights the need for increased safety and security measures at entertainment industry events, as well as the ongoing challenges of substance abuse in the public eye. It also demonstrates the complex dynamics that can arise between reality TV co-stars, even in the face of a serious situation.