The UK entertainment landscape is set to be enriched with two highly anticipated reality television series featuring prominent celebrities. 'Celebrity Traitors' and the 2025 edition of 'Strictly Come Dancing' are poised to captivate audiences with their unique formats and star-studded line-ups.
'Celebrity Traitors' is a spin-off of the popular reality series 'The Traitors' and is scheduled to premiere on BBC One in Autumn 2025. Hosted by Claudia Winkleman, the show will feature a diverse group of celebrities competing in a murder-mystery format. Confirmed participants include comedian Alan Carr, singer Paloma Faith, actor Stephen Fry, and television presenter Clare Balding. The series will be filmed at Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands, where contestants will engage in missions to build a prize fund of up to £120,000, aiming to win up to £100,000 for charity. The show promises a blend of deception, strategy, and entertainment, with production set to begin in spring 2025.
In parallel, 'Strictly Come Dancing' is set to return to BBC One and BBC iPlayer in Autumn 2025. The upcoming season is expected to continue the show's tradition of themed weeks, dazzling group routines, and fan-favorite celebrities. While the official celebrity lineup has yet to be confirmed, speculation is rife, with names like Martine McCutcheon, Stacey Solomon, and Miranda Hart being rumored to join the competition. The professional dancers confirmed to return include Katya Jones, Gorka Marquez, Johannes Radebe, and Nadiya Bychkova, with two new professionals also set to join the lineup. The judging panel remains unchanged, featuring Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton Du Beke. Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will continue their longstanding hosting roles. The season is expected to launch around mid-September, as in previous years, with viewers looking forward to the show's signature themed weeks and the iconic trip to the Blackpool Tower Ballroom.
These forthcoming series highlight the UK's commitment to delivering engaging and innovative entertainment, bringing together beloved celebrities and captivating formats to create memorable television experiences for audiences nationwide.
