Celebrity Traitors Season 2: All The Stars Tipped For Claudia's Castle
Following the dramatic conclusion of The Traitors series 4, intense speculation is now swirling around which famous faces will enter the Scottish Highlands for the second season of the celebrity edition. The show's first star-studded iteration last year proved a ratings triumph, featuring major names from across British entertainment battling in Claudia Winkleman's twisted game of deception.
The Legacy Of Season One's Iconic Moments
Last year's inaugural celebrity series delivered truly historic television moments. Faithful players including Clare Balding, Tom Daley, Kate Garraway, Paloma Faith, and Sir Stephen Fry competed to win a share of the prize pot for their chosen charities. Meanwhile, the Traitors - Jonathan Ross, Cat Burns, and Alan Carr - donned the iconic green cloaks, murdering their fellow stars in the dead of night. The series culminated in a stunning victory for Alan Carr, who fooled his competitors right to the final moment, securing a mega £87,500 prize in what became one of the most talked-about reality TV conclusions in recent memory.
Early Favourites For The New Season
With season two already green-lit following the first series' storming success, bookmakers and industry insiders are buzzing with predictions about who will enter the castle next. The rumoured lineup appears particularly promising, featuring established stars from television, music, and film.
Louis Theroux emerges as an early contender according to bookmaker Coral, who have given the documentary filmmaker and podcaster 3-1 odds to appear. "Louis Theroux is among the early favourites to be on the next series of Celebrity Traitors," said Coral spokesperson John Hill. "The popular documentary maker would make for a great faithful or traitor, so it would be no surprise if he is at the top end of the show's wish list."
Cheryl is reportedly considering a showbiz comeback, with The Celebrity Traitors potentially providing the perfect platform. The Girls Aloud icon, 42, has maintained a low profile since becoming a mother to son Bear, stepping back from public life completely in October 2024 following the death of his father and her ex-partner, Liam Payne. Sources suggest Cheryl is "itching to get back to work," though filming commitments requiring several weeks away from her eight-year-old son could present a significant obstacle.
Additional High-Profile Contenders
Jamie Oliver appears on producers' wish lists, with insiders suggesting the celebrity chef's natural charm and public popularity make him an ideal candidate. "Jamie would be a brilliant choice," a source revealed. "He's well liked by the public, with a natural charm that could bamboozle contestants. They wouldn't be sure if he was a Faithful, or really a Traitor hiding behind his nice guy persona - much like the 2025 winner, Alan Carr."
Danny Dyer represents another significant potential casting coup. The EastEnders star was apparently approached for series one but declined, only to change his mind after watching the first celebrity series. "Danny was always top of The Celebrity Traitors wish list but had zero interest until seeing the fun and games last autumn," an insider explained. "As soon as his tune changed, it was all systems go." Dyer himself has declared his enthusiasm for the format, describing it as "quite a simple game" about "people manipulating each other and a lot of lying."
Television Favourites And Comedy Talent
Alison Hammond features prominently on the BBC's "hit list," with producers hoping the beloved broadcaster could continue providing the iconic moments that characterised Alan Carr's winning performance. Sources indicate Hammond herself is "keen" to get involved, with executives believing she could deliver "comedy gold" similar to Carr's memorable contribution.
Steve Pemberton, of League of Gentlemen and Inside No 9 fame, is reportedly another strong contender. The award-winning actor is apparently a huge fan of the show and keen to visit Claudia's castle. Insiders suggest the BBC hopes Pemberton could become a Jonathan Ross-style "Big Dog" contestant who understands the game's mechanics better than other celebrity participants.
Production Considerations And Scheduling Challenges
The Celebrity Traitors presents unique scheduling challenges for potential contestants with existing commitments. Amanda Holden faces particular complications, as the Britain's Got Talent judge would need to balance filming with the talent show's semi-finals, which apparently occur simultaneously. Similarly, Daisy May Cooper was due to participate in series one but withdrew following the birth of her son, Benji, to avoid extended time away from home.
Ruth Jones represents another intriguing possibility, with the Gavin and Stacey favourite reportedly already approached by producers. However, the Welsh star is said to have one specific condition before agreeing: she would only consider taking part on the proviso she would be a Faithful rather than a Traitor.
A-List Interest And Future Prospects
Remarkably, the show's popularity has reached such heights that A-list celebrities are reportedly actively seeking participation rather than waiting for approaches. Tom Hiddleston has apparently sent a "come-and-get-me plea" to the BBC, declaring himself a "massive, massive fan" of both The Traitors and Strictly Come Dancing. Insiders suggest a one-month Celeb Traitors filming commitment might prove more feasible for the Night Manager star than Strictly's four-month training schedule.
With the first celebrity series described as "dynamite" by production insiders, executives face the challenging task of assembling a second season cast with equivalent impact. As one source noted: "The pot of talent wanting to take part is overflowing, meaning execs have a lot to weigh up if they want to make the best telly." While contracts won't be finalised until closer to production, the BBC appears determined to secure another stellar lineup for what has become one of British television's most anticipated reality formats.
