Celebrity Traitors 2026: Claudia Winkleman Reveals First Two Players

Claudia Winkleman reveals first two Celebrity Traitors for 2026. Jama and Grant take center stage in Ardross Castle.

October 2, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — The first two celebrities have been named as Traitors for the 2026 edition of the BBC One series, with a third to be announced soon. The game is now underway at Ardross Castle, where tension and intrigue are already building.

The show features a mix of actors, musicians, and comedians, but host Claudia Winkleman has selected two stars to play the role of Traitors from the beginning. Among them is Love Island presenter Jama, who expressed excitement about stepping into a new, more cunning persona.

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Jama plans to use her warm and approachable image to mislead others, while fellow Traitor Grant made a dramatic early mistake by openly admitting his role. Despite his slip, he remains a strong contender, showing enthusiasm that mirrors past winners like Alan Carr. The competition is heating up as the first episode concludes with a twist involving James Acaster and Amol Rajan.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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