The Traitors' unexpected win for Outstanding Reality Competition Program at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards caused a stir, with competing show RuPaul's Drag Race's cast reportedly walking out of the ceremony. Alan Cumming, the host of The Traitors, also won Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality Competition Program, ending RuPaul's eight-year winning streak. The cast of Drag Race clarified that their departure was during a commercial break for drinks and was not an act of protest. The Traitors, a show that has quickly become popular for its unique format and Scottish Highlands setting, also received nominations for Outstanding Directing and Cinematography. Despite its recent debut, the show has managed to captivate audiences and critics alike, positioning it as a new favorite in the reality competition genre.