The BBC has unveiled the full lineup for the 2026 edition of Celebrity Traitors, featuring a diverse array of celebrities from comedy, acting, music, and broadcasting. The show, which premiered its inaugural celebrity season last year with talk show host Alan Carr emerging as the winning Traitor, returns with an even more star-studded cast.
Comedians Take Center Stage
Among the contestants are well-known comedians James Acaster, Joanne McNally, and Joe Lycett. The duo of Romesh Ranganathan and Rob Beckett, frequent collaborators on British television, will also compete. Their inclusion has generated significant buzz among fans.
Acting Talent Abounds
The lineup features several acclaimed actors, including Bella Ramsey (The Last of Us), Michael Sheen (The Damned United), and Richard E Grant (Withnail and I). Myha'la (Industry) and Sharon Rooney (Two Doors Down) round out the acting contingent.
Musicians Join the Fray
Musical talent is also well-represented, with former Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock and singer-songwriter James Blunt, best known for his hit "You're Beautiful," taking part.
Full List of Contestants
- Amol Rajan – Journalist and Broadcaster
- Bella Ramsey – Actor
- James Acaster – Comedian and Podcaster
- James Blunt – Singer/Songwriter
- Jerry Hall – Model and Actress
- Joanne McNally – Comedian
- Joe Lycett – Comedian
- Julie Hesmondhalgh – Actor
- King Kenny – Content Creator
- Leigh-Anne Pinnock – Singer/Songwriter
- Maya Jama – Broadcaster and Entrepreneur
- Michael Sheen – Actor and Presenter
- Miranda Hart – Actor and Author
- Myha'la – Actor
- Professor Hannah Fry – Broadcaster and Mathematician
- Richard E Grant – Actor and Author
- Rob Beckett – Comedian
- Romesh Ranganathan – Comedian
- Ross Kemp – Actor and Presenter
- Sebastian Croft – Musician and Actor
- Sharon Rooney – Actor
Format and Expectations
In the series, which will air on BBC One later in 2026, contestants are secretly divided into "Faithfuls" and "Traitors." The Traitors, initially three people, must convince others they are Faithfuls while surviving tense banishment votes. Last year's celebrity season was praised for its high-caliber contestants, including Stephen Fry, Nick Mohammed, Clare Balding, and Celia Imrie. Fans have already expressed enthusiastic approval on social media, describing the new lineup as "incredible" and "amazing."
