Arie Luyendyk Jr. Opens Up About His Departure from The Traitors Season 1

During the season 1 finale of The Traitors, Arie Luyendyk Jr. decided to remove himself from the game. This happened just as Cirie Fields, the eventual winner, was on the verge of convincing Andie Vanacore and Quentin Jiles to vote him out. Arie made it clear that his decision wasn't just to be polite towards Cirie. In the end, Cirie made it to the final round with the new Traitor recruit and Faithfuls Quentin and Andie. Instead of ending the game at the Fire of Truth like the others, she voted for one more banishment which led to Arie removing himself and Cirie claiming the $250,000 grand prize.

In an interview with Zachary Reality, Arie explained his reason for leaving the show. Knowing he would likely be banished, he wanted to give Andie and Quentin a hint that Cirie was a Traitor. Despite being a Traitor, Arie always felt like a Faithful. He expressed that while the money was important, what mattered more to him were the relationships he had formed during the game.

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Arie revealed that his decision to quit the Traitors alliance was influenced by Cirie's focus on money. He realized that he already had a fulfilling life with a wonderful wife and great kids. Although his main reason for quitting was to give Andie a clue, no one caught on to his true intentions. Despite not being able to expose Cirie as a Traitor, Arie remained committed to staying true to the game.

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Arie had to be subtle when he left The Traitors. Instead of saying "Congratulations," he wished Andie and Quentin "good luck." He made sure to mention that he was recruited late, hinting that there might be more Traitors. Arie hoped that Andie and Quentin would notice that all the Traitors revealed so far were male - Arie, Cody Calafiore, and Christian de la Torre.

Arie revealed that one of his significant actions was hugging Andie and Quentin but not Cirie, hoping to make them suspicious. He left small clues as an "Easter egg," but they did not catch on. Arie believed that if Kate Chastain had made it to The Traitors season 1 finale, she would have understood everything.

When Arie departed from The Traitors, it appeared that he did it to assist Cirie in winning the grand prize. His confession about his efforts to help Andie and Quentin succeed demonstrates his cleverness and compassion in devising a final strategy to help the Faithfuls defeat the traitors. Despite playing both sides on The Traitors, Arie always felt loyal at heart. He endeavored to remain faithful to his original alliance members even after Cirie betrayed him at the Fire of Truth during the finale.

Although Arie didn't win The Traitors season 1, his journey was full of twists and turns. He had some amazing moments, like being recruited by the traitors and winning all three shields by pure luck. Arie showed bravery by jumping from a helicopter into the water and even being buried alive during a challenge. He played the game with strategy and integrity. We can't wait to see if The Traitors season 2 will have a surprising ending.

The Traitors season 2 airs on Thursdays at 9 p.m. on Peacock.

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Editor's P/S:

Arie Luyendyk Jr.'s decision to leave The Traitors was a surprising yet admirable move. His decision to prioritize his relationships over the grand prize showcases his genuine character. Despite being a Traitor, Arie's loyalty to his fellow competitors remained unwavering, proving that the bonds formed during the game transcended monetary rewards. His subtle hints to Andie and Quentin, though unnoticed, demonstrate his clever strategy and willingness to help the Faithfuls.

Arie's actions highlight the importance of human connection in a competitive environment. His decision to leave the game to support his competitors serves as a reminder that true success lies in the relationships we build along the way. Arie's journey on The Traitors may not have ended with a victory, but his legacy as a compassionate and strategic player will undoubtedly be remembered.