Joe Lycett Discusses His Experience on The Celebrity Traitors
Published on: 4 September 2026
The Celebrity Traitors 2026 star Joe Lycett
Joe Lycett, the 38-year-old comedian, is one of 21 celebrities participating in the second season of the BBC’s The Celebrity Traitors, a show filled with deceit and betrayal, airing later this year. The lineup includes a variety of well-known figures such as Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Rob Beckett, and Maya Jama.
Despite his initial concerns about not getting along with certain players, Joe found himself pleasantly surprised. Speaking on the Hits Radio Breakfast Show, he mentioned, “I got on with everyone, and I thought there were certain people I wouldn’t get on with when I saw the line-up.”
Joe revealed he was so excited about his participation that he shared the news with “everyone,” including Uber drivers, despite having signed a non-disclosure agreement (NDA).
The show, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, features a unique gameplay where some contestants ‘murder’ others in secret while the remaining players, called the Faithfuls, try to identify and banish them. Fellow contestant Joanne McNally shared her own experience shooting the show, saying she forgot the cameras were rolling while engaged in deep conversations.
Key Takeaways:
- Joe Lycett joined by a star-studded cast in The Celebrity Traitors.
- Initially apprehensive, he found camaraderie with all participants.
- Joe excitedly shared his participation with friends despite signing an NDA.
- The show includes secret ‘murders’ and banishments among contestants.
