Celebrity Traitors series two confirmed as release date and rumoured cast revealed
21 January 2026, 15:40
The Celebrity Traitors is returning for a second series this year – here's everything we know about the release date and the star-studded line-up so far.
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The Celebrity Traitors series two is officially on its way following 2025's super-successful spin-off, the BBC has confirmed.
Traitor Alan Carr, 49, was crowned the winner of the first star-studded game in an explosive twist that saw him dupe Faithfuls Nick Mohammed, 45, and David Olusoga, 55, at the last minute.
The British comedian, who broke down in tears when his lies were exposed, won a whopping £87,500 for his chosen charity Neuroblastoma UK in the shock finale watched by 12 million viewers.
Now, with season two of the treacherous game in the works, here's everything we know so far, from the show's upcoming release date to its rumoured cast so far.
Will there be a season two of The Celebrity Traitors?
The Celebrity Traitors series two has been given the green light by the BBC after the first season pulled in record-breaking viewing figures.
TV bosses confirmed another group of famous players will head to Ardross Castle this year as host Claudia Winkleman prepares to set them the ultimate task of weeding out the Traitors from the Faithfuls.
BBC's Head of Entertainment Kalpna Patel-Knight said: "Studio Lambert have done an outstanding job as The Celebrity Traitors has well and truly captivated the nation, becoming a bona fide highlight of the year bringing record numbers of people together to enjoy every twist and turn.
"In 2026 the doors of the castle will be opened again to welcome celebrity players to the game to see who can charm, who can scheme and ultimately who can survive in series two which promises to be just as unmissable as the first.
"Plus with Uncloaked returning and today’s news of the positive contribution The Traitors brand has made to Scotland’s economy, there is plenty to celebrate."
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Hayley Valentine, Director of BBC Scotland, added: "The Traitors is an immense TV success story and it’s fantastic to have multiple versions of it filmed in Scotland. We welcome and celebrate it.
"This report highlights the many ways that Scotland is seeing a direct economic benefit from The Traitors filming here and, working together with our partners, we will use this success to promote sustainable growth within Scotland’s creative industry."
When will The Celebrity Traitors series two start?
Following the nail-biting first season, the BBC confirmed The Celebrity Traitors will return for a second series on BBC One in 2026.
While the exact date of the all-star spin-off hasn't yet been revealed, fans are predicting it will fall in the autumn.
Who will star in The Celebrity Traitors series two?
The line-up for the second season of The Celebrity Traitors hasn't officially been announced yet, but if it's anything like series one's incredible cast, featuring Jonathan Ross, 64, Celia Imrie, 73, and Stephen Fry, 68, viewers are in for a treat.
Bookies have already hinted at their favourites to appear on the upcoming show, with a slew of huge names in the mix, from soap icons and broadcasters to actors and comedians.
Below are all the rumoured cast members signing up for The Celebrity Traitors series two so far.
Amanda Holden
Heart's very own Amanda Holden has been tipped to star in the next season of The Celebrity Traitors.
Her close pal Alan Carr was crowned last year's champion, making the game seem too alluring to turn down.
If her schedule allows, the glamorous presenter, 54, could work around her radio and telly commitments to tackle the mind-bending game head on – and we know she would make an amazing Faithful.
Speaking on Heart breakfast about the spin-off, she previously said: "I can’t wait for a celebrity version — I’m just putting my hand up for it now.
"I’d love to do it, but I’d have to be a Faithful. I think everyone would think I’d be a Traitor but I don’t think I could be too duplicitous."
Danny Dyer
British actor Danny Dyer has been linked to The Celebrity Traitors already.
Last year, reports claimed the hard man, 48, turned down the chance to enter Ardross Castle for the first ever spin-off.
But following its success, The Football Factory star appears to have changed his mind and now wants a seat at the round table.
Alison Hammond
TV star Alison Hammond is apparently "keen" to take part in the second series of The Celebrity Traitors, with bosses convinced she would be 'comedy gold'.
The 50-year-old, who fronts This Morning and The Great British Bake Off, is reportedly "in talks" with producers to enter Claudia Winkleman's wicked game – and what a player she would make!
Daisy May Cooper
British actress and writer Daisy May Cooper, 39, is best known for performing alongside her younger brother Charlie Cooper.
The siblings, who co-wrote and co-starred in BBC sitcom This Country, were rumoured to be taking part in series one of The Celebrity Traitors but pulled out due to work commitments.
Now it seems the second season could work for the comedy pair, with a source saying: "Daisy is telly gold. She’s hilarious and would be perfect. Show bosses are pulling out all the stops to make this happen."
Ruth Jones
Gavin & Stacey star Ruth Jones, 59, who famously played Vanessa 'Nessa' Shanessa Jenkins in the beloved sitcom, has been put forward as a potential contestant for the second series of The Celebrity Traitors.
A telly source told The Sun the award-winning actress and writer "would be an incredible addition to the cast if she can fit it into her schedule".
Tom Hiddleston
Hollywood star Tom Hiddleston, 44, has already worked out his Traitors tactics, hinting he's keen for a seat at the round table.
In a recent BBC interview, he described the nail-biting game as " just the most ingenious thing".
"It's completely compulsive. Maybe the best television I've ever seen. If you're a Traitor it's more of an acting exercise, right? It's a game, you have to keep deceiving and cloaking and dissembling and basically lying to people.
"It would be interesting though. I don't know, I think being a Faithful would be more of a curiosity scratcher somehow."
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