Overview
- During a roundtable exchange, Michael Rapaport told Colton Underwood, “Nobody in this room would be better at holding a secret than you,” a line widely read as invoking Colton’s years before coming out in 2021.
- Johnny Weir and Maura Higgins immediately objected on camera, with Weir saying you cannot fault someone for being forced into the closet and Higgins calling the remark a very low blow.
- Rapaport denied targeting Colton’s sexuality and later issued a public apology, saying his comment related only to gameplay and that offending cast or viewers was not his intention.
- Online reaction was harsh, with many viewers labeling the comment homophobic, while Rapaport told TMZ he spoke with Colton after filming and described the conversation as respectful.
- The season continues on Peacock with weekly releases, as recent episodes feature shield mechanics and a murder‑in‑plain‑sight setup, with some mission outcomes withheld to preserve suspense.