The Circle returns for its seventh season on Netflix on September 11, 2024. This reality competition features contestants communicating through a social networking app while competing for a $100,000 cash prize.
Players can choose to present themselves as they are or adopt a false identity, known as a "catfish," to deceive their rivals.
Hosted by Michelle Buteau, season 7 of The Circle will include various challenges that test contestants' social skills and strategies.
They will be isolated in separate apartments and never meet face-to-face, forcing them to build relationships and form alliances online while trying to avoid being blocked.
The new season introduces a diverse group of contestants from different backgrounds, including musicians, educators, and cybersecurity experts. Among them are a college teacher catfishing as a 26-year-old and a TikTok musician posing as a beauty influencer, each bringing unique strategies to the game.
Cast of The Circle season 7 - Antonio Desai and others
1. Antonio Desai
Antonio Desai is a 31-year-old musician from Nashville. With over 250,000 TikTok followers, he is no stranger to social media success. Instead of playing himself, Antonio intends to enter the game as a catfish, impersonating his friend Tierra, a beauty influencer.
He believes Tierra's image will offer him an advantage in the competition because of her ability to draw attention and build connections quickly.
2. Darian Holt
Darian Holt, 29, is from Houston and a graduate of Alcorn State University. He is a middle school teacher with more than 34,000 Instagram followers. Darian has been in the news before, when a video of his students mispronouncing his fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha, went viral.
3. Debbie Schwartzberg Levy
Debbie Schwartzberg Levy, 54, of Pittsburgh, will enter The Circle as Rachel, a 26-year-old catfish. Debbie interacts with Gen Z students regularly as a member of the college faculty, which offers her insight into their language and culture.
She hopes that this expertise will help her blend into the game and outwit the other participants.
4. Garret Caillouet
Garret Caillouet is a 30-year-old fitness trainer in Los Angeles. He has a Bachelor of Science in exercise science and is a proud member of the LGBT community. Garret intends to go on the show as himself, using his open and honest personality to interact with others.
Garret uses Instagram to promote training routines and acrobatics, motivating his fans with his busy lifestyle.
5. Heather Rich
Heather Rich, 26, is a VIP tour manager for rock and metal bands who is originally from Nashville, Tennessee. She is joining The Circle as a catfish, impersonating Andy, a bass player she formerly dated.
Heather is an avid social media user with over 89,000 TikTok followers and 14,000 Instagram followers. She understands how to engage people online.
6. Jadejha Edwards
Jadejha Edwards is a 24-year-old cybersecurity specialist from Houston. Jadejha is convinced that her background in problem-solving and analytical thinking would help her spot catfish and escape elimination.
She is also a public speaker and mentor, so she is great at communicating and persuading.
7. Kevin Fernandez
Kevin Fernandez, aka Kfern, is a 28-year-old wine and alcohol sales salesman from San Diego, California. Kevin identifies himself as a lively individual who intends to use his outspoken nature to stand out in the competition.
He aims to appear on the show as himself and use his social talents to trick others into underestimating him.
8. Madelyn Rusinyak
Madelyn Rusinyak is a 25-year-old OnlyFans model and instructor from Franklin, Georgia. She is one of the few contenders who will appear as herself in The Circle. Madelyn manages her twin occupations with ease and maintains an active presence on Instagram, where she frequently shares images of her puppy, Allison.
Madelyn believes her adaptability will be a significant advantage in the battle.
9. Savannah Miller
Savannah Miller, 22, is a Texarkana, Texas native and recent college graduate. Savannah will be entering The Circle with her dog, Samson, and intends to form meaningful ties with the other players.
Savannah also owns a business called Savage, which specializes in decluttering and selling goods, and she handles her dog's Instagram account.
10. Scarlotta Twins (Nicky and Jojo)
Nicky and Jojo Scarlotta, 24-year-old twins from Staten Island, will compete as a team in The Circle. They intend to play as Nicky's girlfriend, Gianna Blackwell and will leverage their bond as siblings to maneuver their way through the game.
The Scarlotta twins manage Scarlotta Shop, an online company that sells apparel and accessories.
The Circle season 7 promises dramatic surprises as the players try to outwit and outlast one another. The Circle will launch on Netflix on September 11, 2024.