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Ben McDonnell

Ben McDonnell is an actor, barrel racer and podcast host whose screen work and ranch life preceded his appearance on The Traitors: New Blood.

Biography

Ben McDonnell is an actor, barrel racer and podcast host who joined The Traitors: New Blood. His work spans film, television and commercial performance, alongside an equestrian life on a ranch outside Dallas.

McDonnell works as an actor and podcast host and entered New Blood with a barrel-racing background.

Known for

The Traitors: New Blood; Concussion; It's Ben A Week

McDonnell works as an actor and podcast host and entered New Blood with a barrel-racing background.[4][1]

Career highlights

  1. Career 1

    Early interest in performing

    Born in Maplewood, Minnesota, McDonnell began performing on local stages before moving to Los Angeles. His official biography describes that move as the start of a professional screen career.[4]

  2. Career 2

    Acting training

    He trained with the Groundlings and acting coach Lesly Kahn. His portfolio includes separate drama, commercial and horse reels, reflecting the different types of work he pursues.[4]

  3. Career 3

    Film and television credits

    His listed credits include Concussion, Class Act and the short film Blind Love. He also made a documentary titled I, adding a project of his own to his acting work.[4]

  4. Career 4

    Hosting a weekly podcast

    McDonnell hosts It's Ben A Week. His official site describes it as a weekly programme and lists its second season, alongside his acting credits and public appearances.[4]

  5. Career 5

    From barrel racing to the castle

    NBC introduced him as a barrel racer in the New Blood cast.[1][4]