Billionaire Steps In to Fund Traitors Star's Pilgrimage Dream
A billionaire fashion mogul has made a remarkable gesture to a reality television star who narrowly missed out on a life-changing cash prize. Umar Kamani, the co-founder of Pretty Little Thing, has publicly offered to fund a pilgrimage to Mecca for Traitors finalist Faraaz Noor and his entire family. This generous pledge comes after the 22-year-old faithful contestant was eliminated from the hit BBC show just steps away from claiming the £95,000 jackpot.
The Heartbreaking Finale and a Spiritual Ambition
Faraaz Noor reached the dramatic climax of the popular psychological game show, but his trust was ultimately misplaced. In a critical final vote, he chose to support fellow contestant Rachel Duffy, believing she was a faithful, while targeting Stephen Libby as a traitor. This decision proved catastrophic when both Rachel and Stephen voted against him, leading to his elimination. Speaking to the BBC after his exit, Faraaz expressed his deep disappointment but remained hopeful about his spiritual goals.
He revealed his primary intention for the prize money, stating: "For me, being Muslim, Hajj is one of the pillars of Islam. Completing that pilgrimage in Saudi, going to Mecca. If I was to win the money, I'd love to be able to treat the family and all of us go as one." He emphasised the importance of his family, adding: "Without them I wouldn’t be anything, so I just really want to treat them."
A Surprise Offer from a Billionaire Benefactor
Despite the setback, Faraaz's dream may still become a reality thanks to an unexpected benefactor. Umar Kamani, reportedly worth around $1 billion according to The Sun, took to social media platform X to make his generous offer. He posted: "I would love to send Faraaz from Traitors and his family to Hajj." Kamani, who founded Pretty Little Thing at age 24 and is the son of Boohoo co-founder Mahmud Kamani, has the substantial means to fulfil this promise.
The Hajj pilgrimage is a fundamental religious duty for Muslims, required at least once in a lifetime for those who are physically and financially able. It occurs during the final month of the Islamic calendar, which in 2026 falls in May. For Faraaz, this journey represents not just personal fulfilment but a profound family experience.
Reflections on the Game and Future Hopes
In interviews following his elimination, Faraaz shared his raw emotions about the game's conclusion. He told Metro he was "seething" when he saw his name on Rachel's voting slate, describing how "there was steam coming from my ears." He admitted: "I was gutted. I was toying between the two, and I knew if I voted Rachel, that was me protecting myself. I realised that should have been the right thing to do."
Yet, despite this frustration, his focus remained on his spiritual aspirations. He told the BBC: "Inshallah, one day I'll be able to hopefully take them to Hajj or even complete Umrah. I'm looking forward to that." With Kamani's intervention, that day may arrive much sooner than anticipated, transforming a moment of television disappointment into an opportunity for profound religious and family significance.
