BBC to make celebrity version of Traitors

Hit BBC One reality TV series The Traitors, which many viewers love, is set to get a celebrity version. It has been reported that the celebrity version of the show will air on BBC One in 2025.

Deadline has reported that several sources have said that an agreement between Studio Lambert which makes the UK and U.S. versions of The Traitors, and the BBC, which broadcasts it, is close. The hope is that the first celeb version will film next year and go out later in 2025, by which time three seasons of the “civilian” version will have aired.

It is expected that host Claudia Winkleman, who is a hit with viewers for her iconic looks and quick wit, will continue to host the celebrity version. Given the roster of big-name Traitors fans, with many celebrities also loving the show, Deadline has said the BBC has big ambitions for the caliber of guests it could attract and will be aiming high.

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Some top British celebrities, including Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders and Mary Berry, have already featured in a Celebrity Traitors sketch that aired earlier in 2023 for Comic Relief. The American version of The Traitors sees celebrities mix with civilians as they try to figure out who is a Traitor and who is a Faithful.

The latest U.S. season featured British celebrities including Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and ex-politician John Bercow. The 2023 series of The Traitors saw Welshman Andrew Jenkins make it to the final, despite not being the best Traitor the show has ever seen. Want less ads? Download WalesOnline’s Premium app on Apple or Android.

Army engineer Harry Clark was the first ever successful British Traitor to win the show and walked away with the £95,000 cash prize. You can keep up to date with the latest TV and showbiz news by signing up to the newsletter here.