Celebrity Traitors Season 2 Launch
The BBC’s popular reality gameshow, Celebrity Traitors, is set to make its comeback with a new season on October 1. Hosted by Claudia Winkleman, the show returns to the stunning backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, where celebrity contestants will engage in a thrilling game of deception and strategy.
Launch Event Highlights
At the season’s launch, Winkleman was photographed alongside a mysterious figure in a green cloak, generating intrigue about the upcoming season.

Ed Gamble and Claudia Winkleman at the launch of season two of BBC’s Celebrity Traitors (Ian West/PA)
Ed Gamble, host of the spin-off series The Celebrity Traitors: Uncloaked, will discuss the main episodes directly after each broadcast, diving into the strategies and outcomes of the contestants.
Gameplay Overview
The series involves celebrities divided into two groups: the Traitors, who plot against others, and the Faithful, who strive to uncover them. As contestants are eliminated each night through cunning betrayals, they compete for a cash prize of up to £100,000 for a charity of their choice.
Season 2 Contestants
The lineup boasts a diverse and star-studded cast, including:
- Maya Jama
- Michael Sheen
- Miranda Hart
- James Blunt
- Richard E Grant
- Bella Ramsey
- Amol Rajan
- James Acaster
- Jerry Hall
- Joanne McNally
- Joe Lycett
- Julie Hesmondhalgh
- King Kenny
- Leigh-Anne Pinnock
- Myha’la
- Professor Hannah Fry
- Rob Beckett
- Romesh Ranganathan
- Ross Kemp
- Sebastian Croft
- Sharon Rooney
The first season captured a peak viewership of 15.4 million, solidifying its success and captivating audiences across the UK.

Claudia Winkleman (Ian West/PA)
Tune in to BBC One at 8 PM on October 1 to experience the suspense and excitement of Celebrity Traitors and catch the following analysis on The Celebrity Traitors: Uncloaked.