Comedian and presenter Alan Carr has cemented his status as a national treasure after delivering a stunning, all-time performance to win the first-ever UK Celebrity Traitors. The star, best known for shows like The Friday Night Project and Chatty Man, outwitted his fellow celebrities to claim the entire £87,500 prize fund, leaving faithful runners-up Nick Mohammed and David Olusoga empty-handed.
The final moments of the show revealed a deeply emotional side to the comedian, as he burst into tears, overwhelmed by the psychological toll of lying to his friends throughout the game. As the dust settles on his dramatic victory, fans are eager to learn more about the private life that has so often inspired his work, from his semi-autobiographical sitcom Changing Ends to his candid public persona.
Inside Alan Carr's Personal World
Alan Carr is openly gay but has historically been vocal about not wanting his sexuality to define his professional identity. In a 2008 statement, he remarked, "I just think gay people need to get over themselves. Just because you’re gay and on the telly doesn’t mean you’re a role model. I’m just a comedian. That’s all I am." He further explained on his show Chatty Man that he was comfortable with his identity from a young age, stating he was "never really in" the closet and that his camp behaviour was noticed by other children when he was just eight or nine years old.
Regarding his relationship status, the comedian is currently single. In January of this year, he told The Mirror, "I’m dating, I’m dipping my toe in, but that’s all I’m doing. I won’t do the apps, it has to be a friend of a friend. I’m just going on a few dates but they’re unsuccessful."
Marriage, Divorce, and Moving On
Alan was previously married to Paul Drayton, his partner of ten years. The couple tied the knot in a Los Angeles ceremony in January 2018, famously officiated by the singer Adele. However, the marriage ended four years later, with the separation announced after Paul was convicted for drink-driving.
Carr was open about the difficult period that followed, which was compounded by the death of his beloved dog, Bev. He admitted to feeling intensely lonely and struggling to be alone in the house. He later cited Paul's battle with alcohol addiction as the primary reason for the split, describing it as being "too much" for him to cope with.
The Famous Footballer Father
Behind the comedian lies a family connection to the world of professional football. Alan Carr's father is Graham Carr, an English former professional footballer, manager, and scout.
Graham Carr's career began in 1962 when he joined Northampton Town as a half-back. He subsequently played for York City and Bradford Park Avenue before moving into non-league football with clubs like Altrincham and Telford United. His playing career also included spells with Poole Town and Dartford, where he won the Southern League and was an FA Trophy runner-up in 1974.
After hanging up his boots, he moved into management, taking the helm at clubs including Weymouth, Dartford, Nuneaton Borough, and Northampton Town. His managerial career also saw him lead Maidstone United, Kettering Town, and Doncaster Rovers. In more recent years, he has worked as a scout for top-flight clubs like Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United. Since 2017, he has held the role of associate director at his former club, Northampton Town.
A Winning Gesture: The Charity Donation
In a heartwarming conclusion to his Celebrity Traitors victory, Alan revealed that his entire £87,500 prize pot would be donated to the children's cancer research charity, Neuroblastoma UK. Overcome with emotion, he admitted, "The charity is so close to my heart that it all became a bit too much." He added, "Hopefully when people see how upset I was they won’t feel so bad that I killed all those national treasures."
Neuroblastoma UK's mission is to "lead to more effective treatments and ultimately a cure for every child diagnosed with the disease." The charity explains that neuroblastoma is an embryonal tumour, a cancer that develops from cells left behind from a baby's development in the womb.
What's Next for Alan Carr?
Fresh from his Traitors triumph, Alan Carr's career is set to skyrocket. He has a packed schedule, including a third series of both Picture Slam and Changing Ends, with a fourth series of the latter already confirmed. Fans can also look forward to new episodes of Alan and Amanda’s Greek Job.
According to reports from The Sun, the BBC has filmed a gameshow pilot with the star, and his earning potential is expected to soar significantly. A source revealed, "He’s already doing well financially but could see his earnings double with the influx of work. Brands are banging down the door to work with him and are prepared to shell out six-figure sums. The Celebrity Traitors has taken Alan’s already brilliant career into the stratosphere."
