MIAMI – September 30, 2026 – More drama, strategy and anarchy are coming to Telemundo with nine new personalities joining Juego de Villanos, the network’s new reality competition premiering Tuesday, October 20 at 7pm/6c. What happens when 18 of entertainment’s most notorious villains come together under one roof for a competition where only one will claim the $200,000 cash prize? As the competition host, Facundo will be tasked with keeping this explosive group of competitors in check as they play fearlessly and do whatever it takes to survive and come out on top.
The nine villains completing the cast of Juego de Villanos are:
- Sergio Mayer – One of entertainment’s most experienced reality competitors, the Mexican actor, entrepreneur and former contestant on La Casa de los Famosos season six has proven that he knows exactly how reality competition works and isn’t afraid to take on a leadership role when necessary. His strong personality, negotiating skills and experience under pressure make him a strategic player who knows how to build alliances and make tough decisions.
- Aleska Génesis – She is one of those personalities who inevitably gets people talking. The Venezuelan model and influencer has built a career in the public eye, often surrounded by controversy and a personal life that frequently makes headlines. Her participation on reality shows such as La Casa de los Famosos proved that she is not intimidated by high-pressure environments and knows how to stand her ground even when all eyes are on her.
- Lis Vega – She has built a career defined by discipline, reinvention and a personality that has never been afraid to make an impression. Used to competing and performing under the spotlight, she has demonstrated strong character, self-confidence and presence that naturally command attention. She is rarely happy with taking a back seat and understands that standing out sometimes means asserting yourself. On Juego de Villanos, she will bring experience, determination and a personality capable of challenging any leader.
- Sandra Itzel – Well-regarded as an actress and singer, her most recent reality TV appearances have revealed a much more intense side of her personality. After years in front of the cameras, she has shown that she is not easily intimidated. During La Casa de los Famosos season six, she made it clear that she can spark rivalries and hold her own in confrontations that quickly become part of the show’s biggest storylines.
- Alex Caniggia – With an irreverent, extravagant and completely unpredictable personality, the Argentine TV personality has built a career challenging the rules, facing criticism head-on and turning every public appearance into a spectacle. His experience on international reality shows confirmed that he thrives on competition, enjoys provoking others and knows how to push the patience of those around him to the limit, all while keeping himself at the center of attention. He joins to dominate the conversation with his ego, sense of humor, confidence and ability to stir up conflict.
- “Yam Yam” Arocho – After winning over audiences on the fourth season of Peacock’s hit reality The Traitors, Yam Yam is ready to bring his game to U.S. Hispanic audiences. Smart, observant and highly skilled at reading people, the Puerto Rican hairstylist knows exactly how to navigate group dynamics and turn social connections into an advantage. Behind his fun personality is a competitor who knows how to adapt, build trust and make tough decisions when the game demands it.
- Julia Argüelles – During her time on La Casa de los Famosos, she proved a fierce competitor with far more character than meets the eye is hidden inside her. She is strategic, direct and unafraid of any confrontation, ready to become a true villain when the situation calls for it. She knows how to spark conversation and make her presence felt when the game intensifies. On Juego de Villanos, she will find the perfect setting to unleash her competitive side and become a contestant capable of surprising others.
- Álex Ghita – With extensive experience on reality shows in his native Spain, competition has become second nature to him. A personal trainer and athlete, he stands out for his competitive mindset, outspoken nature and willingness to face conflict when the game demands it. Accustomed to pushing himself both physically and emotionally, he understands that reality competitions are won through strategy, mental strength and the ability to perform under pressure.
- Salvador Zerboni – He needs little introduction when it comes to reality television, especially following his memorable appearance on Telemundo’s La Casa de los Famosos. Over the years, the Mexican actor has built a reputation as a direct, intense competitor who is fully committed to the game. He is not afraid of confrontation or embracing the role of antagonist when strategy calls for it, qualities that have made him one of the genre’s most memorable personalities.
This group joins the previously announced contestants: Yina Calderón, Alicia Machado, Nahomi Mejía, Plutarco Haza, Luca Onestini, Arleth Terán, David Ponce, Awilda Herrera and Miguelito.
Juego de Villanos brings together 18 personalities, all willing to do whatever it takes to make it to the end. In each episode, contestants will have to demonstrate their ability to manipulate, negotiate and outplay their rivals through intense challenges and eliminations designed to test their strategy and gameplay skills. Throughout the season, alliances can shift at any moment, rivalries will intensify and every move will have consequences. Only one will outlast the competition to be crowned Emperador Villano and take home the $200,000 cash prize.
Juego de Villanos is produced by Banijay Colombia for Telemundo and is based on NBCUniversal Formats’ House of Villains, under the supervision of Adrián Santucho, Senior Vice President of Unscripted Content, alongside Pancho Calvo, Vice President of Unscripted Content, with Juan Pablo Ybarra serving as executive producer. For Banijay Colombia, Harold Sánchez is the executive producer and Hernán Huñis serves as showrunner.
Juego de Villanos will air weeknights and Sundays on Telemundo and will also be available on the Telemundo app, available on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store, and the following day on Peacock. Audiences can visit the @TelemundoEntretenimiento YouTube channel for more content or join the conversation on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X via @JuegoDeVillanos and @TelemundoRealities, using #JuegoDeVillanos. In Latin America, the program will also air on Telemundo Internacional and will be available the following day on the Universal+ streaming service.
About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises leads the media industry in the production and distribution of Spanish-language content for U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. The company serves U.S. Hispanics through its national broadcast network, the cable network Universo, and digital platforms including the Telemundo app, a suite of FAST channels, and streaming services, such as Peacock, among others. The Telemundo Network offers Spanish-language entertainment, news, and sports content reaching 96% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 owned stations and 94 affiliate stations. Telemundo also owns an independent station serving Puerto Rico. Anchored on Telemundo Studios, the network is the #1 producer of scripted Spanish-language content in the U.S., and the only network to produce original content specifically for US Hispanic audiences. Offering over 600 hours of reality TV shows a year, and top-rated live specials such as the Billboard Latin Music Awards and Miss Universe, Telemundo is considered the undisputed Home of Live TV in Hispanic media. The network is also the exclusive Spanish-language home of the world’s two most popular sporting events, the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Press contact:
Gerardo Oyola
Director, Alternative Programming Publicity
gerardo.oyola@nbcuni.com
