Celebrities Take on the Kitchen Challenge for Charity

A group of 10 well-known figures are set to test their cooking skills on the upcoming season of "Worst Cooks in America: Reality Check." The show, which airs on the Food Network, offers a $25,000 prize for charity.

Celebrity Contestants

Among the contestants are:

• Amara La Negra, a singer and reality TV star from Miami
• Ryan Lochte, a 12-time Olympic medalist who grew up in Daytona Beach

Premiere and Streaming

The new season premieres on January 4, 2026, and will be available to stream on Max the day after it airs on TV.

Chef Mentors

Jeff Mauro, known as the "Sandwich King," and Tiffany Derry, a "Top Chef" contestant, will be the chef mentors for this season. They will guide the celebrities through their culinary journey, hoping to turn their cooking disasters into impressive transformations.

Florida Natives and Other Contestants

Amara La Negra and Ryan Lochte are just two of the Florida natives competing on the show. Other contestants include:

• Val Chmerkovskiy from "Dancing with the Stars"
• Reza Farahan from "Shahs of Sunset"
• Manila Luzon from "RuPaul's Drag Race"

Show Highlights

The show promises a blend of comedy and cooking chaos, with the potential for some surprising culinary successes. It's a chance for these celebrities to step out of their comfort zones and into the kitchen, all for a good cause.