Worst Cooks in America: Celebrity Edition – Heroes Vs. Villains
Mark your calendars for the exciting premiere of Worst Cooks in America: Celebrity Edition – Heroes Vs. Villains on January 5, 2025. This season introduces ten celebrities, all known for their culinary mishaps, as they embark on a journey to transform their cooking skills. The eighth celebrity edition of the series invites famous personalities from various reality TV shows to participate in a culinary boot camp designed to elevate them to cooking stardom.
This season’s esteemed mentors include the returning Chef Jeff Mauro and the debuting Chef Antonia Lofaso. A notable shift this year is the absence of Chef Anne Burrell, who has been with the show since its inception in 2010.
According to a press release from Warner Bros. Discovery, the competition will kick off with a unique challenge devised by Carson Kressley, who will help determine the leaders of Team Hero and Team Villain. The culinary showdown culminates with a grand finale on February 2, 2025, where both teams will present a three-course meal for a panel of judges, including renowned chefs Gino D’Acampo, Judy Joo, and Kelsey Barnard Clark. The competition’s highlight will be a blind tasting, where the winning celebrity’s charity will receive a generous $25,000 donation.
Meet the Contestants of Heroes Vs. Villains
Sebastian Bach – Lead Singer of Skid Row
One of the standout heroes is Sebastian Bach, known for his role as the lead singer of Skid Row. With a rich history on reality TV, he has showcased his talent in shows like Celebrity Rap Superstar, Gone Country, and The Masked Singer, where he competed as Tiki.
Cheryl Burke – Former Dancing With The Stars Professional Dancer
Another remarkable contestant is Cheryl Burke, a two-time champion from Dancing With The Stars where she triumphed with partners Drew Lachey and Emmitt Smith. Beyond dancing, she is also a podcaster, hosting shows such as Sex, Lies, and Spray Tans.
Frankie Grande – Reality TV Star
Frankie Grande brings charisma to the competition as a former contestant on Big Brother. He made waves during his reality TV journey, particularly with his legendary win in the Battle of the Block.
Adam Rippon – Olympic Figure Skater
Olympic medalist Adam Rippon, who has previously secured victories on both Dancing With The Stars and Stars on Mars, is ready to showcase his culinary skills this season.
Trinity the Tuck – Drag Superstar
Famed for her success on RuPaul’s Drag Race, Trinity the Tuck, who has an illustrious track record in drag competitions, joins this season to prove her mettle in a different realm.
Wes Bergmann – The Challenge’s Notorious Villain
As a three-time winner from The Challenge, Wes Bergmann is taking on the role of villain this season, bringing his competitive edge and experience from various reality shows.
Bartise Bowden – Love Love’s Notorious Character
Known for his controversial moments in reality dating shows like Love Is Blind, Bartise Bowden joins the cast as the self-proclaimed villain.
Corinne Olympios – Bachelor Instigator
Corinne Olympios steps back into her villain role from The Bachelor as she aims to stir up competition, having previously stirred tensions in the house.
Tiffany “New York”Pollard – Reality Television Queen
Beloved for her role in Flavor of Love, Tiffany “New York”Pollard aims to add her unique flair to the culinary challenges this season.
Rachel Reilly – Game Show Veteran
Another fierce competitor is Rachel Reilly, celebrated for her notable achievements across multiple reality shows, including Big Brother and The Amazing Race.
What to Expect from This Season
Worst Cooks in America: Celebrity Edition – Heroes Vs. Villains promises to be a rollercoaster of excitement. Viewers can anticipate seeing celebrities step far beyond their comfort zones as they navigate the challenges of culinary boot camp. With the expertise of mentors Jeff Mauro and Antonia Lofaso, this season is set to captivate cooking enthusiasts and reality TV fans alike.
Don’t forget to tune in for the premiere of Worst Cooks in America: Celebrity Edition – Heroes Vs. Villains on January 5, 2025, at 8 p.m. EST on Food Network.
For more details, check out the source from Warner Bros. Discovery.
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