Comedian and television presenter Alan Carr has made a shocking confession about his experience on the upcoming series of Celebrity Traitors, revealing the intense psychological pressure left him suffering from a panic attack.
The beloved entertainer, known for his quick wit and cheerful demeanour, found himself completely unprepared for the mind games and paranoia that define the hit BBC reality show. "I had a panic attack," Carr admitted during an appearance on The One Show. "I'm not joking - I was in the wardrobe and I couldn't breathe."
The Moment Reality Hit Hard
Carr explained that the severity of the situation only dawned on him when he was secretly filmed arriving at the Scottish castle where the show is filmed. The gravity of being part of such an intense psychological experiment suddenly became overwhelming.
"I thought, 'My career is over, I'm going to have a breakdown on national television,'" the comedian revealed, highlighting the genuine fear he experienced. The pressure of potentially being labelled a "Traitor" and the consequent suspicion from fellow contestants created an environment of constant anxiety.
A Game Unlike Any Other
What sets Celebrity Traitors apart from other reality shows, according to Carr, is the psychological warfare that occurs both during filming and in the quiet moments between. Contestants find themselves questioning everyone's motives at all times, creating an atmosphere of sustained paranoia.
"It's not like other reality shows where you can have a laugh," Carr explained. "This messes with your mind 24/7." The constant suspicion and mental manipulation proved far more challenging than the comedian had anticipated when signing up for the programme.
Celebrity Line-Up Revealed
Carr will be joining an impressive roster of celebrities in the new series, including former Strictly Come Dancing professional Dianne Buswell, The Chase's Paul Sinha, and reality television star Chris McCausland. All will be testing their detective skills and mental fortitude in the high-stakes game.
The original Traitors format has become a massive hit for the BBC, with host Claudia Winkleman masterminding the psychological drama that keeps both contestants and viewers constantly guessing about who to trust.
While Carr survived his panic attack and completed filming, his revelations highlight the genuine psychological toll such reality shows can take on participants, even experienced entertainers used to the spotlight.
