Ed Gamble, the host of The Traitors Uncloaked, has delivered two significant updates for fans of the hit BBC series following the dramatic conclusion of season four. The announcements came during the latest episode of the spin-off show, which aired after Stephen Libby and Rachel Duffy's tense victory on Friday night.
Season Five Applications Officially Open
During Friday's broadcast, the 39-year-old presenter revealed that applications for the fifth season of The Traitors are now officially open. Gamble encouraged viewers to consider applying, stating: 'Now if you've seen all the fun our players have had and all the cash our winners have won and you fancy your chances, then why not apply to be on series five.'
This news comes hot on the heels of a nail-biting finale that saw traitors Stephen Libby, 32, and Rachel Duffy, 42, each scoop £47,875 in prize money. The pair emerged victorious after going head-to-head with faithful contestants James Baker, 38, Faraaz Noor, 22, Jade Scott, 25, and Jack Butler, 29, in the final rounds.
Immediate Viewing Option for Fans
Gamble also provided fans with an immediate solution to fill the void until the UK celebrity spin-off airs later this year. He explained: 'If you can't get enough Traitors, then the first two episodes of The Traitors Ireland are available on BBC iPlayer.'
This revelation offers dedicated viewers additional content to enjoy while they await the next instalment of the popular reality competition series.
Dramatic Finale Unfolds
The final episode of season four delivered high-stakes drama as the remaining contestants faced crucial decisions. The group initially chose to banish Faraaz, followed by a dramatic second round of banishment that saw Jack eliminated. Host Claudia Winkleman then announced Rachel and Stephen as the winners, leaving both overwhelmed with emotion.
Following their victory, the triumphant duo celebrated with glasses of bubbly while reflecting on their unforgettable experience on the show. They later appeared on The Traitors Uncloaked to discuss the intense finale.
Emotional Reactions to Victory
Rachel shared her emotional response to watching the finale back, saying: 'I was so nervous for Stephen, so watching it back, it made me cry.' Stephen added: 'I didn't know what I was going to do, watching it back, I can see in my face. I'm just so proud of the decision that I made, proud of myself and Rachel.'
The pair also addressed the pact they made never to write each other's names on their slates at the roundtable, despite Stephen having expressed doubts earlier in the series about whether Rachel would keep her side of the agreement.
Commitment to Their Pact
Rachel explained her determination to honour their agreement, stating: 'I knew from the minute it came out of my mouth I wouldn't break the pact and I thought this is a new game for me I'm not breaking it.' Stephen acknowledged the difficulty of trust within the game, saying: 'It's so hard to trust someone in there whose job it is to lie and so I was really struggling to see how Rachel could hold onto that pact for the whole game, which is why to the end I was wobbling.'
Final Episodes Packed with Drama
The concluding episodes featured several dramatic moments, including host Claudia Winkleman announcing that the banishment would be 'in the hands of fate' as she brought out chests of chance. Each player selected a chest and opened them simultaneously, with Rachel having luck on her side as hers contained the shield, beating James to the final five.
Earlier in the episode, Roxy Wilson became the last contestant to be 'murdered' on the BBC show. At breakfast the following morning, Claudia revealed Roxy had been hiding a secret - her mother was fellow contestant Judy.
What's Next for The Traitors
While series four has concluded, fans won't have to wait long for more content. It has been confirmed that Celebrity Traitors will return this year, following the BBC's announcement last November that the popular spin-off format would be back for more on BBC One in 2026 after its successful debut.
Betting sites including MyBettingSites, Sports Casting Bets and OLGB all named Stephen the favourite to win just hours before the final, while Ladbroke insisted the Faithfuls would take the prize. However, many fans of the BBC show were convinced Rachel would secure the cash prize following a particularly dramatic penultimate episode.
With season five applications now open and additional content available on iPlayer, the future looks bright for this compelling reality competition that continues to captivate audiences across the UK.
