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The Traitors is a British reality TV series on BBC One, hosted by Claudia Winkleman. Set in a historic Scottish castle, contestants are divided into "Faithfuls" and "Traitors." The Traitors secretly eliminate Faithfuls, who must identify and banish them to win up to £120,000. The show, based on the Dutch series "De Verraders," blends strategy, deception, and suspense.

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Is this the worst series of The Traitors? Fans' anger at cast of TikTok influencers, clueless Faithfuls and 'stupid lies'... as well as THAT Kas row

14/01/25 10:28

After two spectacular seasons, it appears The Traitors' sheen may be wearing off. The BBC One show fronted by Claudia Winkleman and filmed in the Scottish Highlands returned for a third season earlier this month, with a fresh batch of Faithfuls racing to find and banish the murderous Traitors amidst them in the hope of earning a whopping £120,000 prize. When the reality show first premiered, it became a sleeper hit - with fans savouring the extraordinary drama created by a cast made up of ordinary people from all walks of life. However, the latest season of the BBC series has been criticised after viewers spotted 'secret influencers' hiding in plain sight. Casting that, some believe, the BBC have produced the 'worst season' of The Traitors yet....read

Claudia Winkleman reveals exactly how The Traitors are chosen before the first round table - as she teases banishment twist ahead of the finale
14/01/25 09:28
Claudia Winkleman has revealed how The Traitors are chosen on the very first show.
I want to bake free! Meet the London man whose cake caricatures go viral - but can YOU name them?
14/01/25 01:53
The 55-year-old has won a legion of fans on social media with his hilarious caricature bakes, modelled on celebrities ranging from Donald Trump to Freddie Mercury and the King and Queen.
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EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: Did Prince Edward schmooze Donald Trump at Jimmy Carter's funeral
14/01/25 01:53
Prince Edward, dispatched to Jimmy Carter's funeral in Washington in the hope of schmoozing Donald Trump, was seated so far from the president-elect he didn't even get to wave at him.
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Is Alex the most dangerous Traitors contestant EVER? He barely gets any airtime and no one can remember his name… so is the care home manager hiding a massive secret that will see him in final?
13/01/25 16:36
The third series of the popular BBC show, hosted by Claudia Winkleman , returned to our screens this month and has already got fans hooked with the nail-biting twist and turns.
The Traitors star looks unrecognisable in unearthed clip from days on the stage - but can you guess who it is?
13/01/25 16:19
The hit BBC show has gone from strength to strength during its third season, building on the popularity of the first two series by recording an immense peak viewership of 5.4 million.
Claudia Winkleman reveals which British royal inspired her 'trenches and tweed' Traitors wardrobe
13/01/25 10:56
The reality series has given Claudia's image a complete makeover - with the Strictly presenter trading her sequinned dresses for boots, trench coats, kilts, chunky jumpers, and turtlenecks.
The Traitors' Kasim praises cast for the 'excellent support in the real world' after his co-stars were accused of 'bullying him' on the show
13/01/25 01:33
The Traitors' star Kasim Ahmed shared a heart-melting tribute to the cast of the hit BBC show after being banished on Wednesday's episode.
Killer look! How Claudia Winkleman uses TV's The Traitors to give Scottish designers a lift
11/01/25 18:25
Claudia Winkleman is garnering attention for Scots clothing firms as she uses her role on smash hit show The Traitors to showcase their work.
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Selling Sunset's Chrishell Stause breaks down as she recalls 'PTSD' from watching house burn down after being evacuated amid LA wildfires
11/01/25 14:35
Chrishell Stause and her Australian spouse G-Flip were forced to evacuate her $3.3m Hollywood Hills mansion amid the deadly Los Angeles widfires.
Coronation Street crisis deepens 'as soap suffers ratings slump amid claims stars fear being axed'
11/01/25 01:51
Coronation Street ratings have plunged to a new low as bosses are reportedly facing a stars' revolt after five actors recently left the soap.
Incredible behind-the-scenes secrets of The Traitors revealed by TV insiders to GRANT TUCKER: Insane length round tables REALLY last, £54 place where contestants actually sleep... and when the murders really happen
11/01/25 01:43
It has become the most addictive show on TV, with record numbers tuning in each week to watch The Traitors - a gripping game of backstabbing, treachery and psychological warfare.
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The Traitors viewers left 'devastated' after fan-favourite Dan was banished - with Linda narrowly surviving another Round Table
11/01/25 00:17
The 33-year-old bank risk manager from Liverpool was sent packing after he lied to pals Minah and Frankie during the challenge, causing the other players to suspect him.
The Traitors fans all say the same thing after Linda puts on a VERY dramatic performance and turns on the waterworks during breakfast
10/01/25 22:03
The 70-year-old retired opera singer was selected to be a Traitor at the beginning of the programme and has been putting on quite the performance since.
Awkward TV reunion: Sam Thompson and Zara McDermott reunite half-NAKED on screen just weeks after shocking breakup
10/01/25 20:32
Sam Thompson and Zara McDermott awkwardly reunited on TV just weeks after their split.
Christine Lampard gasps 'how dare you?!' as Lorraine guest throws photoframe to the ground in dramatic showdown
10/01/25 16:43
The presenter, 45, was standing in for the Scottish star, 65, on Friday morning but the show soon descended into chaos during a fashion segment involving a model dressed as a famous host.
The Traitors viewers all have the same 'sad' complaint about BBC show: 'Didn't want this to happen'
10/01/25 15:14
The hit UK BBC show fronted by Claudia Winkleman has returned for a third season - but viewers quickly noted that several changes had been made.
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Graham Norton confirms who will replace him on his legendary talk show as he takes extended TV break - and they're a HUGE BBC star
10/01/25 13:13
The legendary host, 61, is travelling Down Under in February to present An Evening With Graham Norton, which will see the Irish presenter discuss hilarious stories and shed light on career highlights.
Legendary kids' TV star begs BBC to bring back his show 23 years on from debut - pleading 'if ever there was a time, it's now!'
10/01/25 10:42
The 45-year-old hosted the much-loved CBBC show over eight years between 2002 and 2010. He appeared on the show for 10 series and three spin-offs in that time.
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The Traitors star storms out of the castle in hysterics after shocking scenes saw her close friend banished
10/01/25 00:19
The model, 26, who goes by Livi in the show, could not contain her emotions when her bestie Tyler Smith was made to leave after receiving the most number of votes.
The Traitors' Leanne Quigley shares glimpse at her 12-year career in the army as she continues pretending to be a nail tech to her fellow contestants
09/01/25 01:27
The veteran, 28, has deviously kept her career in the Armed Forces a secret from her fellow contestants on the show as part of her strategy to win.
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BBC bosses confirm when The Traitors series three will end - and fans can expect a major change!
08/01/25 22:37
The BBC has confirmed when the new series of The Traitors will end with its final, which will be an extended episode.
The Traitors sees TWO axed Faithfuls rejoin the competition after tense challenge - but fans are not happy with 'harsh' twist
08/01/25 22:25
Ex-British diplomat Alexander, 38, outreach manager Fozia, 50, and market trader and landscaper Jack, 24, all made their dramatic comeback - but only two of them got to stay.
I was a contestant on The Traitors and here are some secrets from the show bosses don't want you to know
08/01/25 19:53
Alex Gray was a contestant on series one of the show and remained a faithful throughout her time in the game.
The Traitors star Maia Gouveia caught 'using company credit card' after she was sacked from job for going AWOL on holiday in Trinidad
08/01/25 07:00
Traitors' star Maia Gouveia was caught apparently using a company credit card after being sacked from her job for going AWOL on holiday in Trinidad.
Inside The Traitors star Elen's glamorous life from secret career to stunning bikini snaps - after being ruthlessly booted from the BBC show
06/01/25 20:15
The stunner, 24, left the rest of the group gutted when she revealed herself to be a faithful in her native Welsh before leaving the castle for a final time.
The Traitors' Charlotte Chilton admits she's struggled to pay her bills after 'welcoming baby with Conor Maynard' as she details the hardships of being a single mother
05/01/25 08:01
The Traitors star, 32, revealed the singer, also 32, has yet to meet their 10-week-old daughter, claiming he ghosted her after finding out she was pregnant.
The Traitors' Mollie Pearce admits she 'spent a lifetime with my body betraying me' before life-changing bowel surgery and reveals what she REALLY thinks about Harry Clark
05/01/25 01:44
The Traitors star was diagnosed with the bowel condition ulcerative colitis, which causes inflammation and ulcers in the colon, when she was just 11-years-old.
BBC bosses stunned to discover The Traitors contestant's topless photos online as questions raised over how they were missed by vetting team
05/01/25 00:26
EXCLUSIVE: Bosses ask every contestant for their social media handles, including if they have an OnlyFans account, so they can head off any inappropriate backstories.
The Traitors star lifts lid on 'biggest downfall' following dramatic exit from BBC show
04/01/25 15:19
She was the first Traitor to be toppled after the Faithfuls ousted four of their own.
I was on The Traitors - it was the most intense experience of my life and Claudia Winkleman was NOTHING like I expected her to be
04/01/25 08:58
The tension conveyed on screen was nothing compared to the atmosphere inside the castle, as season two Faithful Charlotte Chilton can contest.
The Traitors viewers conspire THREE axed faithfuls might return after nail-biting elimination plot twist
04/01/25 02:05
Fans of the hit BBC show - which just returned for its hotly-anticipated third season - believe Fozia, Jack and Alexander 'could still have a role to play'.
Why we're living in the age of narcissism: The digital revolution was sold as the great liberation, but SARAH VINE warns it's shrunk our horizons to the size of a smartphone and spawned the cult of the individual
04/01/25 01:40
On July 1st, 1916, the first day of the Battle of the Somme, 19,240 British soldiers gave their lives for their country. As I reflect on the first 25 years of this century, things feel very different.
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The Traitors' Olivia Deane reveals she has 'been through a lot in life' as she opens up about how her battle with cancer 'knocked her confidence'
03/01/25 22:34
The model, 26, who is called Livi in the show, stood in the pool room with Leon and Armani and explained that right eye was a prosthetic.
The Traitors legend debunks 'last Faithful to breakfast' fan theory by pointing out major problem that proves it's 'categorically wrong'
03/01/25 18:23
Ivan Brett, 35, from Cornwall, was a Faithful on the first season of The Traitors in 2022.
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The Traitors fans left in hysterics by BBC contestant Keith's spelling of co-star's name in mortifying banishment blunder
03/01/25 15:26
The Traitors fans were left in hysterics after seeing how contestant Keith chose to spell another player's name.
Inside The Traitors star Olivia's lingerie modelling past after catching agency's attention with glamorous pics and brave posts about cancer battle
03/01/25 10:11
Olivia is currently trying to sniff out The Traitors. But what many people don't know is the beautician, from Hormsham, has had a very successful modelling career and battled eye cancer .
The Traitors runs the risk of Ofcom complaints as contestant SWEARS pre-watershed
02/01/25 23:16
During Thursday night's episode, Livi broke an Ofcom rule as she swore during a chat with Francesca and Leanne before the 9pm watershed.
The Traitors fans go wild for faithful Freddie as he strips off for steamy shower scene
02/01/25 21:52
Traitors viewers have gone completely wild over contestant Freddie as he showed off her muscular physique during the latest episode of the BBC show on Thursday.
The Traitors' smashes ratings as launch episode draws in 5.4million viewers despite MAJOR technical issue
02/01/25 21:25
The Traitors' smashed ratings as the hit BBC series returned to screens on New Year's Day, with Claudia Winkleman back at the helm.
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Inside Claudia Winkleman's pricey wardrobe for The Traitors: Host wears £1,700 worth of stylish pieces from designer brands for launch episode
02/01/25 20:49
Her outfits on The Traitors have become as renowned as the show.
BBC Breakfast fans have A LOT of complaints as The Traitors star bursts into song during 'pure cringe' interview - ranting 'she's doing my head in!'
02/01/25 10:27
The communication scientist, 34, was the first contestant to be murdered on the brand new series of the BBC show.
The Traitors fans 'already know' who will win new BBC series just minutes into premiere after 'unfair' twist
02/01/25 09:57
The show follows a group of 25 strangers at a castle in the Scottish Highlands as they compete to win the £120,000 prize money in Missions set by host Claudia Winkleman.
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The Traitors fans claim they've already 'worked out' the next double twist after three hopefuls were axed BEFORE they reached the castle
02/01/25 00:14
On Wednesday night the third series kicked off in the Scottish Highlands as the first three Traitors were picked.
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Armani is branded the 'worst Traitor of all time' as viewers beg her to 'stop talking' and are convinced she will blow her cover early on
01/01/25 23:47
Armani was branded the 'worst Traitor of all time' as viewers watched the first episode of the new series on Wednesday night.
CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: Backstabbing, lies and why The Traitors is now the most compelling reality show on television
01/01/25 23:23
An ex-soldier who calls herself 'Assassin Barbie'. An Anglican priest in disguise. A woman feigning a Welsh accent who says she is 'a totally fake version of myself'. TV's nastiest gameshow is back
CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: Why The Traitors is now the most compelling reality show on television
01/01/25 21:28
Television's nastiest, most deceitful gameshow is back, and it's more addictive than ever. The Traitors is turning us into a nation that celebrates deception.
Claudia Winkleman drops huge clue over how The Traitors are chosen as the fan favourite show returns
01/01/25 19:51
Claudia Winkleman has dropped a huge new clue over how The Traitors are chosen as the fan favourite show returns.
Charlotte Chilton hits back at Conor Maynard after he said he needed meds to help his mental health - as she says she's also also been taking anti-anxiety tablets after having his baby alone
30/12/24 16:09
Maynard, 32, begged Instagram followers for advice on Monday as he weighed up the possibility of using prescribed medication to alleviate his anxiety.
Conor Maynard breaks his social media silence to beg for help as singer reveals he's struggling with anxiety after fathering a child following one night stand with Charlotte Chilton
30/12/24 11:03
Conor Maynard begged social media followers for help over Christmas after ex Charlotte Chilton claimed he is yet to see their newborn daughter.
The Traitors 2024 star Mollie Pearce says the show is 'not a fun watch' and admits she still 'cringes' over the final
30/12/24 10:57
Mollie, 22, appeared on BBC Breakfast on Monday to talk about the upcoming series. The final episode - which saw Mollie find out that co-star Harry Clarke was a traitor.
Claudia Winkleman reveals The Traitors' third series will 'have people on the edge of their seats' as she hints at brand new format
29/12/24 14:12
The beloved English presenter, 52, has revealed some updates on the hotly-anticipated new instalment, but claimed she couldn't spill too much just yet.
Claudia Winkleman teases shocking moment from The Traitors' new series that left her 'shaking' - after originally turning down chance to return as host
23/12/24 00:54
The 52-year-old won her first BAFTA in 2023 for hosting the smash hit BBC gameshow and said the third series left her and the crew 'shaking'.
EastEnders star Danny Dyer puffs on a cigarette as he enjoys drinks with pals at a London pub
19/12/24 18:21
Danny Dyer was pictured puffing on a cigarette as he spoke with someone on the phone while out with his pals in Central London on Wednesday.
Tom Sandoval claims he's 'being taken seriously' now after cheating scandal in Season 3 trailer for The Traitors
19/12/24 01:08
Tom Sandoval claims he's 'being taken seriously' after his cheating scandal in the new trailer for Season 3 of Peacock's The Traitors .
Claudia Winkleman reveals reason why she initially turned down presenting The Traitors
18/12/24 21:38
It is a show that has gone on to become a massive hit with competitors battling to win by betraying each other.
The Traitors winner Harry Clark shows off his incredible two-stone weight loss transformation with before-and-after snaps
03/12/24 10:30
Harry Clark took to Instagram on Monday to show off his impressive two-stone weight loss transformation in a before-and-after snap.
The Traitors star Charlotte Chilton shares her pride for her newborn daughter amid tot's 'medical issues' as she gives new health update - after claiming Conor Maynard still hasn't met their baby
30/11/24 16:14
Charlotte Chilton has shared an adorable snap with newborn daughter Penelope and revealed how 'proud' she is of the tot amid her recent 'medical issues.'
Traitors star bags a role in ANOTHER beloved TV show as they prepare for a guest appearance in Call The Midwife Christmas special
29/11/24 02:08
The former BBC show contestant has starred in Hollyoaks and Channel 4 comedy Big Boys since her time on the show and is now set to join the cast of Call The Midwife .
Claudia Winkleman enjoys a date night with her husband Kris Thykier before stumbling upon her style idol Kate Moss' star-studded party next door
28/11/24 11:58
Claudia Winkleman and her husband Kris Thykier enjoyed a date night on Wednesday before stumbling across Kate Moss' party next door.
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Famous comedian 'set to join star-studded Celebrity Traitors line-up' ahead of show launch in 2025
28/11/24 02:42
Alan Carr is reportedly set to be a part of the star-studded lineup for Celebrity Traitors and fans will be thrilled as he topped their wish lists.
The Traitors to launch UK's first ever interactive live experience of the BAFTA-winning TV show in London's West End
26/11/24 15:01
The Traitors: Live Experience will offer players the unique opportunity to be plunged into the heart of the drama as they take part in the UK's first ever playable experience of the show.
Vogue Williams dazzles in a silver sequinned gown as she graces the red carpet alongside Dancing On Ice star Mollie Pearce at Superdrug charity ball
02/11/24 00:26
The Irish model, 39, stunned as she slipped into a dazzling silver sequinned gown and took to the red carpet for the good cause.
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MAFS UK's Erica Roberts and Traitors winner Meryl Williams pose in green bikinis with balaclavas and guns as they channel Vanessa Hudgens and Selena Gomez in Spring Breakers for Halloween party
31/10/24 15:21
The reality stars went for matching outfits at the star-studded bash at BLVD Bar in Manchester and got fully into character.
Sex survey reveals the films and TV shows that Brits want to role-play the most - including Gavin and Stacey
26/10/24 12:48
While it's not exactly the raunchiest programme, it seems that watching Gavin and Stacey has got some British couples feeling frisky.
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Top TV presenter 'set to join star-studded Celebrity Traitors line-up' after leaving BBC for rival broadcaster
26/10/24 08:20
Robert Peston is 'set to be a part of BBC One's Celebrity Traitors star-studded lineup' after he left the channel's news team to work with ITV.
The Traitors star Charlotte Chilton poses in her pre-pregnancy clothes two weeks after welcoming 'miracle' baby daughter with Conor Maynard
25/10/24 16:09
The Traitors star, 32, welcomed a baby girl named Penelope last week after revealing singer Conor Maynard is the father.
The Traitors Celebrity VERY star-studded 'line-up' so far: Huge US actress, Team GB athlete and TV couple amongst the names for the spin-off series
19/10/24 10:58
A star-studded crop of celebrities are rumoured to have signed up for the all star version of The Traitors.
Huge BBC sports star is set to join Stephen Fry and Tom Daley on Celebrity Traitors after rejecting previous offers to join the hit show
16/10/24 00:23
The pundit, 53, is said to now be on board after becoming intrigued by the murder mystery game and is excited to star as no one will suspect them.
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The Traitors winner Harry Clark 'is booted off Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins after his shocking lies were exposed'
15/10/24 20:02
The former British Army engineer won a nation of fans in January when he schemed his way to a £95,000 jackpot on the BBC show.
Charlotte Chilton is joined by The Traitors co-stars as she celebrates her baby shower - amid rumours of cast tensions after her paternity reveal
20/09/24 15:53
The TV personality revealed in June that the father of her unborn baby was singer Conor Maynard - whose sister is dating The Traitors winner Harry Clarke.
The Traitors fans rejoice as brand new series hits BBC in surprise iPlayer launch - and it's just days away
19/09/24 13:24
The BBC have announced in a shock move that a spin-off show will be launching on iPlayer in just a matter of days.
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The Traitors winner Harry Clark says he has 'lost himself' as he opens up about struggling with his mental health after finding fame
15/09/24 19:15
The Traitors series two winner Harry Clark has opened up about struggling with his mental health after finding fame on the BBC show.
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Bob Mortimer reveals he would love to star on celebrity version of The Traitors and is a mega fan of the BBC series
06/09/24 00:48
Bob Mortimer has revealed that he would love to star on a celebrity version of The Traitors.
Claudia Winkleman admits she 'wants to smell like sex' as the TV presenter reveals the 'filthy' perfume she wears
04/09/24 19:26
The TV presenter, 52, discussed the 'only perfume she'll ever wear' while sharing her beauty secrets in a new interview on Wednesday.
The Traitors' pregnant star Charlotte Chilton laments 'feeling like the size of an elephant' as she shows off her blossoming baby bump - five weeks before her due date
04/09/24 13:29
The reality star, 32, posed in a black and pink floral dress as she cradled her blossoming bump in a mirror selfie.
Vernon Kay and Tess Daly 'have SIGNED' for celebrity edition of The Traitors as show bids to replicate the success of secret mother-and-son duo Diane and Ross from regular series
03/09/24 00:57
The star-studded spin-off of the BBC's hit game show recently entered production and bosses have reportedly signed up a pair of celebrities to act as a duo.
Dancing On Ice 'signs up The Traitors star for new series' - seven months on from the BBC gameshow's nail-biting finale
02/09/24 00:34
A star of BBC gameshow The Traitors has signed up for Dancing On Ice - seven months on from the nail-biting series two finale.
TV icon 'CONFIRMS' he will star in The Traitors celebrity spin-off as he tells bosses to 'name a time and place' after host Claudia Winkleman put him at the top of her wishlist
30/08/24 00:35
Stephen Fry has reportedly agreed to take part in the new celebrity The Traitors spin-off.
Ricky Gervais is targeted by the BBC as they search for the 'crème de la crème of stars' for The Traitors celebrity spin-off
26/08/24 01:09
The comedian, 63, is said to be up high among the collection of A-listers being targeted for the show, which is hosted by Claudia Winkleman, according to the Sun.
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