Who could star in a Celebrity Traitors cast? Line-up rumours

Fans have been keen for a series filled with famous faces since the show hit screens, with many picturing who they want to see take part in the ultimate game of deception.

But who could be taking part?

The BBC is yet to confirm the official line-up for Celebrity Traitors, but a spokesperson for the show said (via The Sun): "The Traitors is a game that includes lies and deception, thus it would be foolhardy for any Faithful to speculate before the game has begun."

While we'll have to wait for the BBC to confirm who exactly will be in the castle, lots of rumours have been swirling about a celebrity cast.

Read on for everything we know so far.

Celebrity Traitors rumoured line-up

The contestants rumoured for a potential Celebrity Traitors so far is below:

• Alan Carr
• Paloma Faith
• Tom Daley
• Clare Balding
• Stephen Fry
• Robert Peston
• Daisy May Cooper
• Charlie Cooper
• Courteney Cox
• Rebekah Vardy
• Coleen Rooney
• Rylan Clark

Read on for more information.

Alan Carr

Age: 48

Job: Comedian

Instagram: @chattyman

Alan Carr is among the famous names rumoured to have joined the line-up for Celebrity Traitors, with a source dubbing him as an "absolute national treasure" and in turn, "will be an incredible contestant".

A source told The Sun: "Bosses are thrilled at the kind of scenes that could play out as he grapples with the more sensible names on the line-up as well as him giggling away with pals like Jennifer.

"He has been one of viewers' dream signings since the idea of a celebrity version was first floated so everyone is thrilled talks are in final stages."

Plenty will know and love Alan Carr from his Chatty Man talk show, which aired from 2009 until 2017.

The comedian has been at the helm of plenty of TV shows over the years, including Alan Carr's Epic Gameshow, and currently leads Alan Carr's Picture Slam and Amanda and Alan's Italian Job.

Paloma Faith

Age: 43

Job: Singer

Instagram: @palomafaith

Paloma Faith is one of the latest celebrity rumoured to have joined the Celebrity Traitors line-up, with a source telling The Sun that she is "a fascinating character with plenty of stories to tell of life in the public eye, and great fun to be around".

The source continued: "She'll be an incredible player and will bring some glam to the castle - Claudia will have competition."

The singing superstar is best known for her hit songs including Only Love Can Hurt Like This, Can't Rely on You and Lullaby.

Tom Daley

Age: 30

Job: Olympian

Instagram: @tomdaley

Tom Daley is a retired diver who competed in 2008 Olympic Games at just 14 years old, and went on to compete in the London 2012, Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2021 games.

He announced his retirement after the 2024 Paris Olympics, confirming the news to Vogue: "It feels very, very surreal. I felt so incredibly nervous going into this, knowing it was my last Olympics.

"There was a lot of pressure and expectations. I was eager for it to be done. But when I walked out, and saw my husband [Dustin Lance Black] and kids, and my friends and family in the audience, I was like, 'You know what? This is exactly why I did this.'"

The diver is said to be in final talks for the series, with an insider telling The Sun: "He's always been a top target for reality show bookers, but his team knew he had the pick of the crop. The first series of the celebrity edition blows I'm a Celebrity and Strictly [Come Dancing] out the water, really, and Tom knows it will be hugely fun to film.

"He'll make a great player too, as no one would suspect misdeeds from such a baby-faced lad."

Clare Balding

Age: 53

Job: Broadcaster

Instagram: @clarebalding

Clare Balding is a broadcaster who presents a string of shows on BBC Sport and Channel 4.

A source told The Sun: "Clare is an absolutely brilliant signing because she's always turned down reality offers flat.

"As such, this will offer the first real glimpse into what she's like as a person. She's known to generations of TV viewers from fronting everything from racing and the Olympics through to Crufts and occasionally Countryfile.

"And could anyone really believe that the Beeb's dependable, sensible face of sport could be a treacherous liar?"

Stephen Fry

Age: 67

Job: Actor

Instagram: @stephenfryactually

When a source told The Mail on Sunday that Stephen Fry was at the top of Winkelman's wish list for the celebrity edition, the question was put to him by BBC Radio 2 host Zoe Ball.

To which Fry said: "I've heard rumours that I'm in it… but I'm not allowed to comment."

Stephen Fry first rose to fame as one half of double act Fry and Laurie, alongside Hugh Laurie. Since then, he has lent voice work to Netflix's Heartstopper and has starred in the likes of Treasure, Bones and Red, White & Royal Blue.

Robert Peston

Age: 64

Job: Journalist

Instagram: @robert_peston

Robert Peston is a journalist, and is the currently the political editor of ITV News and hosts the weekly political show Peston.

"Poaching Peston for Traitors shows real ingenuity on the BBC's part," a source told The Sun. "And it's a huge insight into the kind of show Celebrity Traitors will be...

"Peston will be relying on his knowledge of Westminster back-stabbing to bring his A-game to Celebrity Traitors."

Daisy May Cooper

Age: 38

Job: Actor

Instagram: @daisymaycooper

Daisy May Cooper is an actor and writer, who rose to fame for her portrayal of Kerry Mucklowe in This Country on BBC Three. She has since appeared on Am I Being Unreasonable?, Rain Dogs and Taskmaster.

Daisy May and her brother Charlie are said to have both signed up for the series, with a source telling the tabloid: "They're hilarious, witty and have award-winning acting skills."

Charlie Cooper

Age: 35

Job: Actor

Instagram: @charlie11cooper

Like his sister, Charlie rose to fame for his role in This Country, and has since appeared in See How They Run and led his own series, Charlie Cooper's Myth Country.

Courteney Cox

Age: 60

Job: Actress

Instagram: @courteneycoxofficial

Friends star Courteney Cox was the first celebrity reported to have signed up for Celebrity Traitors.

"The fact the producers have a star from Friends in their sights shows the kind of calibre of famous faces Celebrity Traitors is aiming for," an insider told The Sun.

Last year, Courteney took part in a sketch to encourage potential contestants for The Traitors season 2. In the tongue-in-cheek video, Claudia could be see standing in front of Courteney, whose identity was hidden by one of the show's iconic green cloaks.

In the clip, Claudia said: "So I have some news — The Traitors series 2 is coming. Would you like to get involved? I might see you in the castle."

Courteney then pulled down her hood and asked: "Claudia, can I please do it?"

To which the host replied: "I've said this to you before, it's no. You cannot apply if you're a celebrity or one as famous as this one. Now, off you go."

Rebekah Vardy

Age: 42

Job: Media personality

Instagram: @beckyvardy

Wagatha Christie rivals Rebekah Vardy and Coleen Rooney are reportedly being eyed up for Celebrity Traitors.

"Bosses want big names as the show is getting big viewing figures, and they know they'll have plenty to choose from as The Traitors has huge fans within the showbiz world," a source previously told The Sun.

Coleen Rooney

Age: 38

Job: TV personality

Instagram: @coleen_rooney

Following her public court battle with Rebekah Vardy, The Sun claims that TV bosses think Coleen could be a great addition for Celebrity Traitors.

Coleen is also a household name, having been married to former England footballer Wayne Rooney since 2008.

"They want stars who are likely to be great game-players and who have great survival skills, the ability to double-cross or a way of sniffing out a back-stabber," an insider said.

Rylan Clark

Age: 36

Job: TV presenter

Instagram: @rylan

TV personality and presenter Rylan Clark has been tipped to take on The Traitors if a celebrity version goes ahead, admitting he loves the show.

Speaking to Radio Times magazine earlier this year, Rylan said: "I love The Traitors, obviously! Everyone's on that bandwagon. Claud [The Traitors host Claudia Winkleman] is a good mate of mine – seeing her with her high collars and fringe makes me smile."

Asked if he would appear on reality TV again, Clark said: "I would hate nothing more than to be a contestant again. Unless it was on Celebrity Traitors. I’d go to town on that.

"Literally every time I see Claudia, I'm like, 'Why has this not been done? Sort it out or I'll cut your fringe off, babe.'"

Rylan rose to fame in 2012 when he appeared on The X Factor, finishing in fifth place. The year after, he appeared on season 11 of Celebrity Big Brother, which he won, and has since gone on to host the likes of Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two, Hot Mess Summer and, more recently, Dating Naked.

The Traitors seasons 1-2 are available to stream on BBC iPlayer.

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