The secret is out about exactly how much those famous faces were paid to lie, deceive and betray in the celebrity version of The Traitors, and the figures are enough to make anyone's eyes water.
The Payroll of Deception
While the regular version of the hit BBC show features members of the public battling for the prize fund, the celebrity special saw famous contestants competing for charity. However, new information reveals they didn't go home empty-handed personally either.
According to insider reports, celebrities received substantial appearance fees ranging from £15,000 to an astonishing £25,000 for their participation in the two-episode special. This means some stars earned more for their brief stint than many Britons make in an entire year.
Who Earned What?
The fee structure wasn't equal across the board, with more established celebrities commanding higher pay packets. The exact breakdown remains confidential, but industry sources suggest household names likely secured the top-tier £25,000 fee.
This special edition featured an impressive lineup including Diane Abbott, John Bercow, Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, and other recognisable faces from politics, entertainment and sports - all putting their reputations on the line for the dramatic game of trust and treachery.
Charity Still Benefits
Despite the hefty appearance fees, it's important to note that the celebrities weren't playing for personal gain beyond their guaranteed payment. The prize fund they competed for still went entirely to charity, maintaining the spirit of giving that characterises these celebrity specials.
The show, hosted by the ever-charming Claudia Winkleman, has become a national obsession since its debut, with viewers captivated by the psychological drama and high-stakes deception.
Value for Money?
With viewing figures consistently breaking records for the BBC, some might argue these celebrity fees represent good value for the entertainment provided. The celebrity special particularly delivered dramatic moments that had the nation talking for days afterwards.
Whether the stars truly earned their substantial paychecks through skilled gameplay or simply provided cannon fodder for more strategic players remains a topic of heated debate among fans of the show.
