King of Fyre Festival and ‘Big Brother’ Star Set to Compete in ‘The Anonymous’

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Get ready for a whirlwind of covert deception as USA Network’s new social competition series, The Anonymous, is set to make waves this summer. Known for orchestrating the infamous Fyre Festival, Andy King is back, but this time he’s competing for a $100,000 prize alongside other notable personalities, including Big Brother winner Xavier E. Prather.

The Anonymous, created by the minds behind The Traitors, The Circle, and Squid Game: The Challenge, combines real-world interaction with high-stakes virtual gameplay. This fresh format requires players to excel in manipulation and misdirection to claim the ultimate prize. As revealed in an exclusive sneak peek by Entertainment Weekly, the tension is palpable as the 12 contestants discover the challenging road ahead.

Along with the self-proclaimed “Concierge of New York City” and the Big Brother reality TV star, competitors include high-profile figures like Australian Survivor alum Nina Twine, as well as a selection of hopeful civilians, each bringing their unique strategy to the table. The game unfolds in two distinct environments: the real world and a digital realm called the Digital Anonymous Networking Interface or “DANI” for short. Here, contestants operate under aliases, allowing them to unleash their strategic prowess without revealing their true identities.

Every week, DANI challenges the players to match their peers with their digital personas. Success in these tasks grants players significant power, including the ability to eliminate rivals. The stakes are high, as maintaining anonymity could be the key to securing the grand prize.

The Anonymous promises to be a rollercoaster of alliances, betrayals, and dramatic reveals. It premieres with a three-episode blast on Monday, August 19, at 11 p.m. ET/PT, spanning across USA, Bravo, and SYFY networks, ensuring a captivating experience for viewers across different platforms. Tune in to witness a game where deceit isn’t just a strategy — it’s necessary for survival.