Devotees of the hit BBC game show The Traitors are convinced they have solved the series' biggest mystery, identifying the hidden Secret Traitor ahead of the official reveal. The discovery came after a significant slip-up during the broadcast of the companion programme, Traitors: Uncloaked.
The Uncloaked Blunder That Gave The Game Away
The current season introduced a major twist: a Secret Traitor whose identity is concealed from both the audience and the two known Traitors, Rachel and Stephen. However, during a recent episode of the behind-the-scenes show Traitors: Uncloaked, presented by Claudia Winkleman, a telling visual clue was displayed.
A framed photograph of contestant Harriet was shown alongside pictures of the confirmed Traitors, Hugo, Rachel, and Stephen. Hugo's image was crossed out following his banishment, but Harriet's was presented uncrossed and in the same grouping. This placement led sharp-eyed fans to a compelling conclusion.
Connecting The Dots: Harriet Under Suspicion
Viewers quickly connected this visual hint with other evidence from the main show. Harriet, a crime writer and former barrister, played a prominent role in Hugo's banishment, a move that seemed to benefit the Traitors' cause. Furthermore, some fans have pointed out a perceived similarity between her handwriting and the style used on the Traitors' murder lists.
The combination of the Uncloaked error and her strategic actions in the game has solidified the theory for many. The speculation has ignited forums and social media, with fans dissecting every frame for further proof.
The Official Reveal Awaits
The BBC has scheduled the official unmasking of the Secret Traitor for Wednesday 7 January 2026 in the main show's episode on BBC One. This will confirm whether the fan detective work, sparked by the Uncloaked blunder, is correct or if the show has another surprise in store.
Whether by production error or clever misdirection, the incident on Traitors: Uncloaked has supercharged audience engagement, proving that for fans of the series, the game continues long after the episode ends.
