The line-up for the celebrity version of The Traitors has been revealed. Filming is underway for the hit BBC show – which will be hosted by Claudia Winkleman – and some very famous faces are set to enter the Scottish castle.
As previously confirmed by The Mirror, comedians Bob Mortimer and Alan Carr and former child star Charlotte Church lead the list of big names. A source told us of the new series: “There will be a huge mix of personalities – and ego sizes. Seeing how it all works out is going to be fascinating. The team making the show are expecting it to be quite different to the regular version because the celebrities will be less motivated by the prize fund but care far more about how they come across.
“It will be really interesting to see how the gameplay compares, along with which tactics they employ. Hopefully one thing that will remain the same is that it will be a lot of fun to watch.”
Singer Charlotte was confirmed to be entering the iconic Scottish castle by The Mirror. She had previously claimed she didn’t want to make money off the back of her fame – but it looks like she’s giving it one more go as she heads into the castle.
Earlier this year, Charlotte revealed that she is trying “to find peace” and “reclaim her creativity” after growing up as a child star. Speaking about her early years of fame, she said: “I think that when you get commoditised as such a young person, you know, my own creativity and artistry wasn’t really centred at all and so it was actually through setting up other things like The Dreaming [her retreat centre] that I really started to reclaim my own creativity.”
Funny man Bob is also likely to appear in the new series, with bosses having high hopes he will join the show. The Mirror announced a few weeks back that the comedian, who recently appeared on Last One Laughing, was a favourite choice for the new series.
In 2023, Bob – who underwent heart surgery in 2015 – said his health scare means he no longer fears death. He said: “I don’t feel scared about death, I just feel so frustrated and sad to think I won’t see how stories end. My children’s story. My wife’s. The football. All the stories going on in the world that you’re going to miss the end of.”
Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway is also signed up for the new series. The Mirror confirmed the presenter and TV star – who tragically lost her husband Derek Draper last year – would be entering the castle.
Kate has been open about her struggles of now being a single parent to her two kids Darcey and Billy. She said earlier this year: “This is the hardest part of grieving. There are so many moments where I just think, ‘Derek, where are you?'”
Fellow funny man Alan Carr will be entering the Scottish castle. The Mirror announced he would be joining the show alongside five other stars including fellow comedian Bob.
Earlier this year, Alan opened up about his health scare which left him “so worried”. He shared: “I’ve got astigmatism – I kept telling people I had stigmata, like the wounds of Christ. Get over yourself, Alan. I had a bit of a health scare. I went to Moorfields [Eye Hospital, London]. I’ve got something wrong with my eyes – quite a bit of pressure. I hate the glaucoma thing, when they squirt the air in your eyes. I had something wrong with my eyes in the cornea. I was so worried.”
TV host and The Masked Singer star Jonathan is also heading for the castle. The TV presenter is best known throughout the UK for his own chat show, where he has interviewed some of the world’s famous faces.
As well as The Traitors, Jonathan has also signed up for a new series called Haunted Homecoming, which will follow his return to his childhood home where he once experienced a paranormal event in his parents’ cellar.
Rugby star Joe Marler has also signed up for the new series. He played for the Premiership club Harlequins and also had a stint with the England team, before he retired in November 2024.
Last year, Joe called time on his sporting career. In an emotional statement, he shared: “Playing for England always felt like I was living in a dream bubble. I kept waiting for it to pop and me to suddenly go back to being a gobby, overweight 16-year-old again. But you know when it’s time. I can’t do what I used to do as well as I once could.
“I can’t keep talking about my family being my priority unless they actually are. I want to keep untarnished all these memories of my career, both good and bad. I don’t want to leave my house with my kids crying. I’m ready to make the change.”
British icon and QI legend will be entering the show – with filming beginning today. Sources claimed that Stephen jumped at the chance to join the show as he was a secret fan of the BBC programme.
Just last month, Stephen seemingly hinted at him competing on the show. Joking that he didn’t know what it was, he said on This Morning: “It’s a BBC show, isn’t it? It’s an interesting show. Do you think they’re going to do a celebrity version?” When Ben asked: “Would you be interested in doing a show like that,” Stephen replied: “Let me see how good I am at lying.”
British actor Nick has signed up for the new series. He has appeared in Ted Lasso, where he plays Nathan ‘Nate’ Shelley. Nick is also a comedian, so he will no doubt be trying to make his fellow castle-mates laugh.
Last year, Nick explained his role on Ted Lasso could have “easily not happened”. He said: “I’d only seen the pilot script of Ted Lasso at that point and didn’t know what the rest of the show might have in store. But then they called and said, ‘Look, this is where the character’s going to go’ and I realised it was definitely something I wanted to be involved in. But it could easily not have happened.”
Olympic diving legend Tom might have retired from the sport following his success in the 2024 Olympics. Despite turning down multiple reality shows, Tom has signed on the dotted line for the new series of Celebrity Traitors.
When Tom decided to retire, he gave a teary interview where he admitted it was “hard to talk” about his successful career. He said: “Hard to talk about. Yeah I am [proud of myself]. Yeah, it’s just really hard to talk about. But you know, I have to hang it up at some time. But yeah, I’m very proud. I want to be with my family.”
Historian and broadcaster, David is no stranger to award winning shows. He is a BAFTA winning filmmaker and also presents historical documentaries for the BBC, whilst also appearing on shows like The One Show.
In a chat with The Mirror a few years back, David revealed the extent of the racism he had faced as a child and how Paul Gascoigne was the one who helped him through. He recalled how he was pushed over in the playground at six-years-old: “I remember him putting his hand out to pick me up. I was five or six and he was nine or 10. I recall it vividly.”
YouTube sensation Niko is one of the stars heading into the castle. A sure hit with younger viewers, Niko – who is known for his hilarious pranks online – is also part of one of YouTube’s most influential groups, The Sidemen.
Niko also famously mocked former Prime Minister and fellow politician Rishi Sunak at his speech when he lost his Richmond and Northallerton seat to Labour. YouTuber Niko Omilana held up a printed piece of paper bearing the letter ‘L’ behind him.
Line of Duty star and acting legend Mark Bonnar will be heading into the castle. He played DCC Mike Dryden in the hit BBC series – which is thought to be getting a new series soon – and will also be known to viewers for his role in Shetland.
One of Mark’s most famous roles was as Duncan in Shetland. Speaking about that part, which fans will know him from, he said: “Well Duncan just slips off the proverbial tongue! Duncan’s always a pleasure to play because he’s kind of similar to me a bit hapless, a bit try-hard and a bit grumpy sometimes! I certainly haven’t woken up on a beach, though, and I’ve never been in prison. I did like to party back in the day but I think that’s about it!”.
Another comedian is heading into the fold – as Joe signs up for the new series. He has appeared on hit shows like Have I Got News For You and 8 Out of 10 Cats to name a few.
A source said of Joe’s stint on the show: “Joe will be brilliant on Celebrity Traitors, he’s hilarious, quick-witted and very clever, so hopefully he can stay one step ahead of his fellow contestants – where he is a faithful or a traitor.”
Sports presenter and British icon Clare has signed up for the brand new series. She has reportedly turned down reality TV again and again but she has signed up for the celebrity version of The Traitors.
Last year, Clare had been rumoured for the new series and was quizzed about the prospect.
Loose Women host Charlene White pointed out that she’s not going to ask Clare if she’s joining the show but asked the star if she was a fan. Clare replied: “I love the show. Don’t you? It’s so interesting.”
Fresh from her split from Jon Richardson, Lucy has signed up for the new series. The comedian appeared in multiple shows alongside her ex-husband including their show Meet the Richardsons and Jon and Lucy’s Odd Couples.
Lucy and Jon announced their split a few months ago to shocked fans, with Lucy insisting there was no animosity. She said: “People might think I should talk about it because we were so public and everyone knew us as a couple, but I won’t.
“Not because there’s any animosity. We both agreed that while it might be weird for other people not hearing anything about it, we wouldn’t talk about anything to do with the marriage or each other.”
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Pop singer Paloma is heading into the castle and is said to be hoping she can show a new side of her. The singer has been vocal recently about her split from Leyman Lahcine and her single parent status.
One thing Paloma isn’t worried about is being cancelled. She said: “I’m not worried about being cancelled at all. I am pretty cocky about my morals and my ethics. I feel like my politics and everything I’ve done is OK. I was raised by a socialist in a multicultural environment, with gay, straight, trans, drag queens, everyone, all around me.”
Ruth will be well known to fans of Netflix series The Midnight Club. The actress starred in the popular streaming servie show, where she played Anya. She is also set to appear in How To Train Your Dragon this summer.
Ruth seriously injured her foot whilst playing football when she was 150years-old and she admitted it left her feeling “lost”. Unable to do what she used to including horse riding – which was a big thing in her family, she said: “I was just really lost and didn’t know what to do with myself and wasn’t sure how to navigate being newly disabled.”
EastEnders legend Tameka is the only soap star set to enter the Scottish castle. Known for playing Kim Fox on the hit BBC soap, Tameka will no doubt have fans cracking up – but will her acting career help her keep her cards close to her chest?
Last year, Tameka took a break from the soap to explore a new project. She assured viewers at the time: “Kim’s gonna be okay! She’s gonna be ok – she’s going on a nice cruise with Howie and the children. She will be enjoying herself. She’ll be fine!”
Acting legend Celia has also signed up for the new series. With roles in the likes of Bridget Jones’ Diary and Mamma Mia! amongst others, as well as hit dramas including Upstairs, Downstairs, Doctor Who and sitcom Absolutely Fabulous.
Celia previously expressed her desire to be in a Bond movie and play a villain. She said back in 2015: “Could I be bad? I’ve got a very, very wicked other side. I want to be evil. I want to show the other side. Why not?”
Singer Cat Burns is also heading into the show. The BRIT Award nominated singer – known for her viral hit live more & love more – is a huge success on TikTok and will hopefully bring in the younger viewers.
Cat has been open about the process she goes through to perfect her music. She said last year: “With my neurodivergent brain, it takes ages for me to process things that happen to me.
“So I think writing and having a period of time, or song that represents a period of time, where I’m honest and say everything as it is when I can look back at it a few months later and listen to it and be like, ‘Oh, wow, that was what I was experiencing, and that was what I was going through’. It helps me understand myself more.”
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