Betrayal, backstabbing, and big personalities - Celebrity Traitors is (finally) on its way! Claudia Winkleman will host as a fresh batch of famous faces descend upon the castle, ready to outwit, outplay and outright deceive their fellow celebs for a shot at glory.
From TV icons to beloved soap stars, comedians and surprise wildcard picks, the cast is full of charisma, cunning, and potential chaos. So, who’s got what it takes to be a master manipulator and who’s destined to be banished? Let’s meet the Celebrity Traitors line-up.
Stephen Fry
QI legend Stephen Fry is set to join Celebrity Traitors. Insiders revealed that Stephen, 67, was eager to come on board, having been a quiet admirer of the BBC series for some time.
Clare Balding
Sports presenter and broadcaster Clare Balding, 54, turned down offers to appear on several reality TV shows (except Celebrity Gogglebox with her partner Alice Arnold) before signing up for this hit series.
Alan Carr
Comedian Alan Carr is reportedly entering the castle. The 48-year-old has presented many shows over the years, including Interior Design Masters, Amanda & Alan's Italian and Spanish Job and his talk show Chatty Man, but this will be one of the first times he has competed to win a reality programme.
Kate Garraway
Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway, 57, is in the running to join the programme. The popular journalist has been in the spotlight in recent years after opening up about her late husband Derek Draper's battle with the long-term effects of COVID-19
Tameka Empson
Tameka Empson is best known for playing Kim Fox in EastEnders, but fans will see another side of the 48-year-old actress as she participates in Celebrity Traitors.
Jonathan Ross
Talk show host and The Masked Singer judge Jonathan Ross, 64, is reportedly taking part in the series. This will be the broadcaster's first gig with the BBC in 14 years.
Celia Imrie
She may have joined the cast of The Thursday Murder Club and Celebrity Traitors, but will 72-year-old actress Celia Imrie be a faithful or a traitor? We'll have to wait to find out!
Paloma Faith
Popstar Paloma Faith, 43, has six albums and is best known for her hit song Only Love Can Hurt Like This. She's reportedly signed up to the show so that viewers can see "another side to her personality".
Nick Mohammed
Comedian and actor Nick Mohammed, 44, has played Mr Swallow for over 10 years and has recently risen to global fame after playing Nathan Shelley in the Emmy Award-winning Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso.
We've established that he's great at character acting, but will he be able to fool the fellow celebrities if he turns out to be a traitor?
Mark Bonnar
Mark Bonnar, an acclaimed Scottish actor renowned for his roles in Shetland, Guilt, Unforgotten and Line of Duty, is reportedly joining the cast of the upcoming BBC One series Celebrity Traitors. Fans can anticipate a masterclass in strategy and deception as he steps into the treacherous world of lies and gameplay.
Charlotte Church
Tom Daley
Former Olympian Tom Daley is said to be swapping the diving board for the Scottish castle. The 30-year-old, five-time medal winner retired from sport after competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Joe Wilkinson
Funny man Joe Wilkinson is no stranger to gameshows, as he's best known for 8 Out of 10 Cats and Last One Laughing. He's also an actor, his biggest role as the Postman in Ricky Gervais' record-breaking Netflix show After Life.
His knack for awkward comedy and unpredictable reactions makes him an exciting fit for the high-stakes drama and fun of Celebrity Traitors... We wonder if his pal, series 2 traitor, Paul Gorton (whom he interviewed on his Chatabix podcast with David Earl), has given him any insider tips?
Cat Burns
At just 24 years old, singer-songwriter Cat Burns has already made a significant mark on the music scene, thanks to her breakthrough hit Go which gained viral success on TikTok. With her unique sound and relatable lyrics, she quickly captured the attention of listeners around the world.
Now, rumours are swirling that Cat could be making her way to the small screen, with speculation that she may appear on the upcoming season of Celebrity Traitors. If true, this would be a bold new step in her career, expanding her presence beyond music and into the world of reality TV.
David Olusoga
Professor David Olusoga is a British-Nigerian historian, author and filmmaker who has a catalogue of historical documentaries and best-selling history books. The 55-year-old was awarded an OBE for his services to community integration and history. He has also won a BAFTA Special Award in 2023 for his contribution to the arts.
Joe Marler
Former rugby player Joe Marler is no stranger to team sports, but will he prove to be a team player off the field and in The Celebrity Traitors' castle?
The 34-year-old who retired from professional rugby at the end of 2024 has since become a popular figure in the media and has his own podcast called Joe Marler's Things People Do.
Lucy Beaumont
Stand-up comedian Lucy Beaumont is reportedly taking part in Celebrity Traitors. She's appeared on many panel shows, including Would I Lie To You? and Taskmaster. You may also recognise her from the mockumentary Meet the Richardsons or Jon and Lucy's Odd Couples, which she starred in with her ex-husband, fellow comedian Jon Richardson.
Ruth Codd
Irish actress Ruth Codd, 28, is new to the scene. She's had roles in How to Train Your Dragon, The Fall of the House of Usher and The Midnight Club, but could Celebrity Traitors be her biggest challenge yet?
Niko Omilan
28-year-old YouTuber Niko Omilan is used to making engaging content, so will he in his comfort zone as he enters the Scottish castle for Celebrity Traitors?
Arabella Horspool is a Commercial Content Writer for Yours at Bauer Media. She's a bookworm who is passionate about TV, film and theatre. She enjoys cooking, scrapbooking, playing board games and going on walks with her three dogs.