In a stunning turn of events that left both the cast and the audience reeling, the identity of the Secret Traitor on the BBC's hit show The Traitors was finally unveiled. The dramatic revelation occurred during the episode broadcast on Wednesday 07 January 2026.
The Moment of Truth
Fiona Hughes, a 62-year-old government officer from Swansea, was dramatically exposed as the clandestine villain. This season introduced a unique format where host Claudia Winkleman selected one Traitor whose identity was kept secret from everyone—fellow contestants and viewers alike—until this pivotal moment.
Upon her reveal, Fiona ascended to the turret to join the existing Traitors, Rachel and Stephen. She openly expressed her exhilaration at the new role, stating she felt "drunk on power." However, the initial interactions between the three hinted at underlying tensions and a potential lack of complete trust within the newly formed trio.
A Night of Double Drama
The episode delivered a second major twist that heightened the tension even further. Claudia Winkleman addressed the entire group with a bombshell announcement: a banishment would take place before the day's challenge, breaking from the show's usual format. This unexpected change is sure to accelerate the game's strategy and paranoia.
What Happens Next?
With Fiona Hughes now operating as a regular Traitor alongside Rachel and Stephen, the dynamic of the game has been irrevocably altered. The early banishment threatens to throw the Faithfuls' plans into disarray and will test the fragile alliance between the Traitors themselves. Viewers are now left to speculate whether this powerful new trio can work together effectively or if their mutual suspicion will lead to their downfall.
The revelation has set the stage for an even more intense and unpredictable phase of the competition, as players scramble to adapt to the new power structure and the accelerated timeline imposed by the surprise banishment.
