Sharp-eyed fans of the hit BBC game show 'The Traitors' are convinced they have solved the series' biggest mystery, identifying the new Secret Traitor ahead of the official reveal. The deduction follows a significant visual error during the broadcast of the companion show, 'Traitors: Uncloaked'.
The Uncloaked Blunder That Gave The Game Away
In a twist for the current season, producers introduced a Secret Traitor, whose identity is hidden not only from the Faithful contestants but also from the audience and the two known Traitors, Rachel and Stephen. However, the secret may have been prematurely exposed. During a recent episode of the behind-the-scenes programme 'Traitors: Uncloaked', host Claudia Winkleman presented a segment featuring framed photographs of the known Traitors.
Alongside images of Hugo (recently banished and crossed out), Rachel, and Stephen, the camera clearly showed a picture of contestant Harriet. Viewers were quick to note that Harriet, a crime writer and former barrister, was grouped with the deceptive players, leading to the immediate conclusion that she is the elusive Secret Traitor.
Supporting Evidence From Keen-Eyed Viewers
The photographic clue was not the only piece of evidence cited by the show's dedicated fanbase. Supporters of the theory have also pointed to Harriet's prominent role in Hugo's banishment, suggesting she was strategically positioning herself. Furthermore, some fans have analysed the handwriting on the Traitors' murder lists, claiming a perceived similarity to Harriet's own writing style.
These observations, combined with the on-air gaffe, have created a wave of certainty among the audience. Online forums and social media platforms have been buzzing with discussion, with many declaring the mystery solved before the BBC's intended unveiling.
Official Reveal Imminent
The BBC has scheduled the official revelation of the Secret Traitor's identity for Wednesday, 7 January 2026, in an episode airing on BBC One. This leaves fans in a unique position of potentially knowing the outcome days in advance, waiting to see if their detective work proves accurate.
Whether the production error on 'Traitors: Uncloaked' was a genuine mistake or a clever piece of misdirection remains to be seen. The incident has undoubtedly amplified the intrigue surrounding the show's most cunning plot device, proving that for 'The Traitors' audience, the game extends far beyond the television screen.
