BBC Confirms Celebrity Traitors Series This Autumn

The BBC has officially announced that a celebrity edition of its popular reality show, The Traitors, titled Celebrity Traitors, will air this autumn, with a new series planned for early 2026. Hosted by Claudia Winkleman, the show will feature celebrities competing in a game of trust and deception, where they must identify 'faithfuls' and 'traitors' among them. Speculation surrounds potential contestants, with names like Robert Peston, Clare Balding, Kate Garraway, and Sir Stephen Fry frequently mentioned, although no official cast list has been confirmed. Previously, the UK version of The Traitors has captivated audiences, with the latest series drawing close to 10 million viewers and resulting in winners Jake Brown and Leanne Quigley sharing a £94,600 prize pot. The format mirrors successful international versions, including a US series that features only celebrity contestants. The show's unique premise, combining strategy and social dynamics, has earned it critical acclaim and a BAFTA award for best reality program.