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Michael Rapaport's Controversial Meal Technique Sparks Backlash

1/22/2026

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Michael Rapaport, a cast member of The Traitors, sparked viral attention with a "shoveling technique" during a meal.
He admitted using the method when alone.
During a tense roundtable, Rapaport accused Colton Underwood of being a Traitor.
The remark drew backlash over implications about Underwood's sexuality.
Having apologized to Underwood, Rapaport said there is no lingering animosity.

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Story summary

Michael Rapaport, a cast member of The Traitors, sparked viral attention with a "shoveling technique" during a meal.
He admitted using the method when alone.
During a tense roundtable, Rapaport accused Colton Underwood of being a Traitor.
The remark drew backlash over implications about Underwood's sexuality.
Having apologized to Underwood, Rapaport said there is no lingering animosity.