The Traitors' Jack Butler Reveals 'Steaming' Anger After Final Betrayal
In an exclusive revelation, Jack Butler, the final Faithful contestant in the dramatic conclusion of The Traitors series four, has confessed to feeling 'absolutely steaming' after his trust was brutally betrayed. The 29-year-old personal trainer from Essex saw his hopes dashed when Stephen Libby, whom he believed to be a fellow Faithful, revealed himself as a Traitor in the tense finale.
A Costly Misplaced Trust
Jack Butler's journey through the psychological game show culminated in a heartbreaking moment of deception. Speaking candidly about the experience, Jack admitted he never truly doubted Stephen until the very last second, a miscalculation that ultimately cost him a share of the nearly £100,000 prize. 'I think Steven really acted fantastically as, as like putting on the facade of being a faithful,' Jack reflected, acknowledging the skill behind the betrayal.
The pair had formed a strong bond early in the competition, with Jack convinced their shared terror of being murdered proved Stephen's loyalty. 'We really, we really clicked and we get on so well, we're very similar, and I just thought he's got to be a faithful because he's terrified just like me,' he explained. This trust deepened through what Jack described as classic Traitors confirmation bias, making the eventual revelation all the more shocking.
Raw Emotions and Rapid Recovery
The immediate aftermath of the betrayal was emotionally intense. 'The first 5, 10 minutes after it happened, I was absolutely steaming, like I was so angry,' Jack admitted, revealing that producers had to step in to help calm him down. However, perspective quickly returned as he remembered 'it's just the game… hang on a minute, it's not actually life or death.'
Drawing on his background in fitness and well-being, Jack employed meditation and breathwork techniques to manage his anger. 'I actually pulled back and took myself into a room and I just did a long meditation and breathwork to kind of calm myself out of that anger state,' he shared, demonstrating how his professional expertise helped him navigate the emotional fallout.
Praise for the Winners and No Regrets
Despite his initial fury, Jack was generous in his praise for both winners, Stephen Libby, 32, and Rachel Duffy, 42, who each took home approximately £50,000. 'It's a testament to how much of a fantastic game he played and Rachel as well… They were tactically, they were both phenomenal,' he said, adding 'They absolutely deserved it. I am genuinely really happy for both of them.'
Jack, who had flown under the radar throughout much of the series by avoiding vocal strategising and dramatic confrontations, expressed no regrets about his experience. 'It was just one of the best experiences of my life… I was so lucky,' he stated, emphasising the positive aspects of participating in the hit reality show watched by millions.
Future Plans and Staying Grounded
With his profile significantly raised by the show, questions have naturally arisen about potential career moves into showbiz or fitness television. However, Jack remains committed to his current profession. 'Obviously being a personal trainer, I genuinely love my job,' he affirmed, stating he would never want to abandon his clients.
When humorously compared to television fitness icon Joe Wicks, Jack laughed off the suggestion with characteristic humility. 'I don't know about that, that guy's a legend. He's got cool hair as well, isn't he?' he quipped, keeping his ambitions realistic despite his newfound fame.
Active on Instagram under the handle @jack_thefitnessbutler, Jack continues to share snapshots of his training life and personal updates, maintaining a grounded approach to his post-Traitors life while cherishing the unforgettable experience.
