Full Breakdown
Alex Cooper Launches "Unwell Winter Games" on YouTube
3/31/2026, 12:47:58 AM
Overview of the Competition Series
Alex Cooper, known for her successful podcast "Call Her Daddy," is set to premiere her first original competition series, "Unwell Winter Games," on YouTube. The series will feature 16 controversial reality TV stars and digital influencers competing in a series of mental and physical challenges over four days at a luxury chalet in Park City, Utah. The show is designed to showcase fierce competition and unfiltered drama, aligning with the established tone of Cooper's Unwell Network.
Cast and Format
The cast includes notable figures such as Dakota Mortensen and Demi Engemann, both of whom gained attention from their appearances on "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." Mortensen has recently been in the news due to domestic abuse allegations involving his ex-girlfriend Taylor Frankie Paul, which led to the suspension of Season 22 of "The Bachelorette." Engemann, a "MomTok" influencer, left "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" amid controversies, including a defamation lawsuit.
Other contestants include Huda Mustafa from "Love Island USA," Gleb Savchenko, a professional dancer from "Dancing with the Stars," and Anna Sorokin, known for her fraudulent activities under the alias Anna Delvey. The competitors will be divided into two teams, purple and blue, with both team and individual cash prizes at stake.
Production and Release Details
"Unwell Winter Games" is set to debut on April 6, 2026, with episodes releasing daily through April 9. The series is executive produced by Alex Cooper and her husband, Matt Kaplan, who co-founded the Unwell Network's parent company, Trending, in 2024. The show is hosted by Adam W., a popular YouTube comedy creator, with commentary provided by influencers Graydon Cutler and Grace O’Malley.
Strategic Expansion of Unwell Network
The launch of "Unwell Winter Games" marks a significant step in Unwell Network's strategy to produce premium content directly for audiences. In addition to this series, Unwell is also developing programming in partnership with platforms like Hulu and Netflix, including titles such as "Love Overboard" and the upcoming "Let’s Marry Harry."
Criticism and Controversies
The casting of Mortensen and Engemann has drawn attention due to their controversial pasts, raising questions about the ethical implications of featuring individuals with ongoing legal and personal issues in a competitive reality format. Critics may argue that such choices could perpetuate negative narratives and sensationalism in reality television.
What's Next
As "Unwell Winter Games" prepares for its premiere, the Unwell Network aims to solidify its presence in the competitive landscape of reality television, with potential future projects already in development. The series is poised to attract a diverse audience, leveraging the notoriety of its cast and the established brand of Alex Cooper.
