Deal or No Deal Island season 2: Meet the contestants and get details about the new banker

Season 2 of Deal or No Deal Island features brand-new lineup of contestants and a surprising twist with new Banker.

Deal or No Deal Island Season 2 is set to return to TV screens in 2025, featuring a fresh group of contestants vying for substantial cash prizes.  

A spin-off of the classic Deal or No Deal, this island-themed reality game show raises the stakes dramatically. The inaugural season saw a contestant take home $1.23 million, marking the highest win in the franchise’s history.  

Following its successful debut, the show was renewed for a second season, introducing a new cast eager to compete for fortune and glory.  

The Season 2 premiere of Deal or No Deal Island introduced an exciting twist: a new Banker has taken charge of the island drama, and this time, it’s a woman calling the shots. That’s right—a female Banker is handling the cash and making bold moves this season.

Hollywood star Joe Manganiello will reprise his role as host for the second consecutive season.  

Parati Shallow, 41, from Los Angeles, California, is a seasoned reality TV competitor, having appeared on Survivor five times and The Traitors Season 2.  

Dr. Will Kirby, also from Los Angeles, joins the show as the Chief Medical Officer of LaserAway, a leading aesthetic dermatology group in the United States.  

David Genat, an Australian native from Perth, brings his experience from Survivor, where he appeared twice and won an All-Star season, as well as his background as a host and actor.  

Seychelle Cordero, a 31-year-old flight attendant, is making her reality TV debut. A dedicated Survivor fan, she’s seen every season of the iconic show.  

Dickson Wong, 24, from Wood River, Illinois, steps into the spotlight for the first time with his appearance on Deal or No Deal Island.  

Alexis Lete, a 27-year-old from Louisville, Kentucky, boasts a varied background as a Division 1 volleyball player, a top-three Miss USA finalist, and a WWE wrestler.  

Phillip Solomon, 37, from Austin, Texas, brings a rich resume that includes two master's degrees, a decade of teaching, and experience as a fitness instructor and choreographer.  

Maria-Grace Cook, 21, from Greer, South Carolina, is the youngest competitor this season.  

Storm Wilson, 25, hailing from Austin, Texas, is eager to make a name for himself through the competition.  

Courtney "CK" Kim, 36, from Charlotte, North Carolina, brings her competitive spirit to the show.  

Rock Carson, 65, from Henderson, Nevada, is the oldest participant this season and a father of three and grandfather of six.  

La Shell Wooten, 55, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is entering the competition without prior reality TV experience.  

Luke Olenjniczak, 29, from Eagle River, Wisconsin, is a private chef with a passion for outdoor activities.

Sydnee Peck, 27, from Redondo Beach, California, has taken on the role of caregiver for her siblings.  

Deal or No Deal Island Season 2 premieres on NBC on Tuesday, January 7, at 8 p.m. ET, with episodes available for streaming on Peacock the next day.