The UK entertainment scene is abuzz with the upcoming reality series 'The Celebrity Traitors', set to premiere on BBC One. Filming commenced on 22 April 2025 at Ardross Castle and concluded the following month, comprising nine episodes to be aired over three weeks. The show has attracted a diverse cast of 19 celebrities, each bringing their unique flair to the competition.
The contestants include comedian and television presenter Alan Carr, singer-songwriter Cat Burns, and stage and screen actress Celia Imrie. Other notable participants are singer and television presenter Charlotte Church, television presenter and journalist Clare Balding, and historian and filmmaker David Olusoga. The lineup also features former England rugby player Joe Marler, comedian and actor Joe Wilkinson, and television presenter Jonathan Ross. Additionally, television presenter and journalist Kate Garraway, comedian Lucy Beaumont, and stage and screen actor Mark Bonnar are set to compete. Actor and comedian Nick Mohammed, social media personality Niko Omilana, and singer-songwriter and actress Paloma Faith will also join the cast. Actress Ruth Codd, actor, writer, and presenter Stephen Fry, EastEnders actress Tameka Empson, and former Olympic diver Tom Daley complete the ensemble.
Hosted by Claudia Winkleman, who returns for her fourth season, 'The Celebrity Traitors' promises a blend of suspense and strategy as celebrities navigate challenges and alliances within the historic castle setting. Winkleman expressed her excitement, stating, "We're incredibly lucky these brilliant people have said yes. I’d love to say we'll take it easy on them and they'll just wander round the castle and eat toast for a couple of weeks but that would be a lie."
The series is expected to captivate audiences with its mix of emotional highs, dramatic twists, and Winkleman's signature snarky commentary. Fans can look forward to watching the show on BBC One and its streaming platform, BBC iPlayer, with episodes airing nightly at 9 PM BST. The premiere date is yet to be announced, but anticipation is already building for this star-studded reality competition.
'The Celebrity Traitors' is set to be a highlight of the UK's television lineup, offering viewers a fresh take on the reality genre with a cast of beloved celebrities. As the premiere approaches, fans are eagerly awaiting to see how these stars will fare in the ultimate test of trust and deception.
