A “Traitors” win comes with bragging rights, but for Rob Rausch, it also apparently comes with fans making permanent life decisions. During a chat with The Blast on behalf of Reese’s, the reality TV favorite admitted one fan interaction recently left him completely stunned after someone decided to turn his autograph into body art.
Rob Rausch Says Fan Got His Signature Tattooed
Life after reality TV has changed quickly for Rausch, who went from competing on Love Island USA to taking home the win on “The Traitors.” And while the increased attention has mostly been positive, the 26-year-old admitted adjusting to fan encounters in public has been one of the biggest changes. “Oh, just people come up to me in public,” Rob told The Blast when asked about life after reality TV. “Getting, like, used to…”
But one interaction stood out above the rest. “There’s a girl that I signed her hat,” Rob recalled. “Or maybe I signed her [body]. I don’t remember, but I signed something. She got it tattooed, and I was like, wow.”
For Rob, realizing someone had permanently inked his signature onto their body was surreal. When asked how it felt, the “Traitors” winner didn’t hold back. “It’s pretty wild,” he admitted.
Rausch Says Fame Has Been An Unexpected Adjustment
Although Rob has become one of reality TV’s most recognizable breakout stars over the past year, he admitted he’s still adjusting to fans recognizing him everywhere. The “Traitors” champ said random run-ins in public have easily been the biggest lifestyle shift since becoming a familiar face on TV.
And while some celebrities might be used to the chaos, Rob still sounds a little stunned by it all. “I mean, it’s fine,” he said of the attention, before admitting it’s “definitely” taken some getting used to.
Rob Rausch Isn’t Chasing Hollywood Fame
Despite growing calls from fans to jump into more reality TV, including “Dancing With the Stars” speculation after “Traitors” co-star Maura Higgins landed a Season 35 spot, Rob said he’s not necessarily mapping out some grand entertainment takeover.
After joking that the next thing for him would be to “win the lottery,” he told The Blast he’s considering a much more grounded future. “I’m thinking about getting into construction,” Rob shared. “I want to work with concrete.”
He also floated another unexpected possibility: becoming a firefighter. “I think I’d really like that job,” he said. “Your job is basically to stay in shape and help people.”
Rausch Teamed Up With Reese’s For A Nostalgic New Flavor Launch
While navigating newfound reality TV fame, Rausch also recently partnered with Reese’s to celebrate the brand’s latest limited-time candy drops, a sweet throwback inspired by childhood lunch staples.
The Reese’s brand is reviving nostalgic flavors that made school lunches memorable, introducing the new Reese’s Marshmallow Cup while also bringing back the fan-favorite Reese’s Strawberry PB&J Cup after overwhelming demand from fans.
“Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, lunch lost its magic,” Melissa Blette, Senior Brand Manager, Reese’s, said in a press release. “Reese’s is here to shake things up and bring the fun back with a bold, signature combination that is unmistakably Reese’s. We took flavors people grew up loving and combined them with our iconic peanut butter cup, because if you’re going to do lunch, you might as well do it the Reese’s way.”
The limited-time treats offer a playful spin on classic combinations, with the Strawberry PB&J flavor making its return by popular request and the Marshmallow Cup debuting as one of the brand’s most highly requested social media flavors.
Rob Rausch Picks A Favorite In Reese’s Nostalgic Flavor Drop
For Rob, teaming up with the iconic candy brand felt like an easy yes. During his conversation with The Blast, the reality star shared that Reese’s has always been a favorite, noting that his love of peanut butter made the collaboration an easy one to get behind.”
When it came to choosing between the new limited-edition flavors, Rausch admitted he gravitated most toward the Reese’s Marshmallow Cup, explaining that the flavor combination reminded him of a classic s’more with its blend of chocolate, marshmallow, and peanut butter.
Fans can grab both limited-edition flavors now at retailers nationwide, with the nostalgic treats available in Standard Big Cups, King Big Cups, and Snack Size Bag options while supplies last. But, despite the new additions hitting shelves, Rob admitted he’ll probably always stay loyal to the original.