Celebrity Traitors fans are convinced Hannah Fry's decision not to vote for Julie Hesmondhalgh was a 'masterful play' that could save her from banishment, despite some believing she is on borrowed time.
The mathematician has been under scrutiny since she arrived at breakfast in the third episode, with the Faithful suspecting her analytical mind marked her as a Traitor. Their suspicions were confirmed when James Acaster and Maya Jama recruited her, offering an emerald cloak she accepted. Things worsened after she was caught in a lie about Myha'la's shield, drawing criticism from Miranda Hart.
Fans praise Hannah's gamble
On Friday, the Faithful banished Julie Hesmondhalgh, believing she was a Traitor. When she was revealed as a Faithful, suspicion fell on those who led the charge against her. Some fans think Hannah's refusal to follow the crowd will offer a reprieve.
'Hannah pointing out to everyone that they have to stop looking at the obvious choices, which she is one of them, then not voting for Julie to stay true to her point, even if it made the odds of her going tonight higher,' wrote GoonerGetGot. 'Absolutely masterful play. It might or might not work, but it feels like the only play she had to give her a chance in future episodes.'
'She needs to keep playing the "I told you not to go for Julie" angle, and honestly kill Miranda bc it points at her, and fight it's too obvious,' agreed AJTheBrit. 'Masterful but also VERY ballsy,' added cheese_eater_pro. 'That could've easily gone south and had her out. I'm really hoping it'll protect her now though, being so vocally trusting of Julie.'
Some fans remain skeptical
Despite the praise, many fans believe Hannah has only bought herself time and is unlikely to reach the final weeks. SP0oONY wrote on Reddit: 'I think Hannah isn't long for the world, but she did well to avoid banishment there.' 'Hannah was on borrowed time even before she was recruited,' agreed LowIncomeWitch.
Other fans noted a rhetorical slip-up when Hannah said 'the Faithful' instead of 'we' or 'us', which may have revealed her hand. Whether the Faithful caught that mistake will be seen in next week's episode.
