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Lisa Rinna says she was drugged at the West Hollywood premiere of The Traitors, telling Good Day New York she later tested positive for several substances — including fentanyl. The allegation, made public Feb. 26, has prompted a venue response and renewed attention on drink-safety at crowded nightlife events.
Rinna’s account and immediate response
Rinna, 62, told hosts she felt unwell during the Season 4 premiere at The Abbey on Jan. 8 and sought medical testing afterward. She said those tests showed fentanyl and “high levels of amphetamines,” and that her representatives are handling the matter privately while information circulates publicly.
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She added that her husband, actor Harry Hamlin, helped her leave the event quickly. Photographs from the premiere show Rinna alongside cast members such as Alan Cumming and Colton Underwood, among others, at the West Hollywood venue.
The venue’s statement
The Abbey issued a statement saying its security team assisted Rinna when she became unwell and escorted her from the premises. The venue also said it has “extensive surveillance coverage, trained security personnel and ongoing drink-safety measures” and that it found “no evidence of drink tampering or suspicious behavior toward her.”
The venue added it would not speculate on medical or toxicology findings and stressed it follows established investigative protocols when guests report feeling unsafe or ill.
- Date of incident: Jan. 8 — The Traitors Season 4 premiere at The Abbey, West Hollywood.
- Public disclosure: Rinna spoke about the incident on Good Day New York on Feb. 26; TMZ first reported the allegation earlier in the week.
- Substances reported: Rinna said tests detected fentanyl and high levels of amphetamines.
- Venue response: The Abbey denies evidence of drink tampering and cites surveillance and security measures; it declined to comment on toxicology results.
- Status: Rinna’s team says they are managing the situation; no public law enforcement update was included in Rinna’s interview or the venue statement.
Rinna also told the hosts she has heard similar accounts from friends who have been to the same venue, calling the pattern something that “has gone on for years” and arguing it should be part of a wider conversation about safety at nightlife spots.
Public reactions to the claim are still emerging. The exchange underscores two immediate concerns for readers: the rising presence of extremely potent synthetic opioids like fentanyl in recreational settings, and the difficulty of proving drink tampering even when medical tests indicate unexpected substances.
Why this matters now
High-profile allegations like Rinna’s can accelerate policy and safety discussions for event organizers, venues and patrons. Patrons should be aware of on-site safety practices, and venues may face renewed pressure to review surveillance, staff training and drink-protection measures.
For now, the situation remains contested: Rinna’s test results and her account conflict with the venue’s assertion that there was no sign of tampering. Her team says it is continuing to handle the matter privately while details are reviewed.
As the story develops, expect further statements from Rinna’s representatives, potential updates from The Abbey, and, if applicable, any formal inquiries by public authorities or medical professionals. Reporters will be watching for confirmation of toxicology findings and any investigative steps taken by law enforcement or the venue.
