Richard Osman Announces Return of The Celebrity Traitors
Richard Osman has revealed that The Celebrity Traitors will return to the BBC, with its premiere set for September 23. Osman shared this information during a live episode of The Rest Is Entertainment podcast in London.
Special Guest and Insights
On stage, Osman and co-host Marina Hyde interviewed former England rugby player Joe Marler, who discussed his experience on the first season. Marler cheekily speculated about the show’s return date, prompting Osman to confirm it, despite it being an “embargoed” announcement.
A BBC insider humorously commented on Marler’s potential role in scheduling for BBC One, yet did not officially confirm the premiere date.
Intensity and Pressure of Season 2
Osman mentioned that based on feedback from the Season 2 celebrities, filming was quite intense. Sources suggest that Season 2 presented challenges for producers Studio Lambert, with Marler noting that this season has a different emotional tone compared to the fun and laughter of Season 1.
Cast and Expectations
The new season, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, promises tears and surprises. It boasts an impressive cast, including:
- Bella Ramsey (The Last of Us)
- Michael Sheen (Good Omens)
- Richard E. Grant (Oscar-nominated)
- Myha’la (Industry)
- Sharon Rooney (Barbie)
- Maya Jama (Love Island)
- Julie Hesmondhalgh (Broadchurch)
- Jerry Hall (model and actress)
Success of Season 1
The first season of The Celebrity Traitors was a major hit, becoming the most-watched show on British TV last year, averaging 14.9 million viewers. Comedian Alan Carr won the inaugural season, which featured celebrities like Stephen Fry and Celia Imrie.
Production Details
The Celebrity Traitors is produced by Studio Lambert Scotland for BBC One and iPlayer. The executive producers include Mike Cotton, Sarah Fay, Lewis Thurlow, and Katy Fox, with commissioning editors from the BBC being Neil McCallum and Michael Jochnowitz. The show is based on the Dutch format De Verraders, developed by IDTV and RTL Creative Unit, with All3Media International managing global sales.
