The hunt for the elusive Secret Traitor on the BBC's hit show The Traitors has reached fever pitch, with fans convinced they have cracked the code. After the mysterious red-cloaked figure finally revealed themselves to regular Traitors Rachel Duffy and Stephen Libby in the episode aired on Saturday, January 3, speculation has run rampant on social media.
While the official identity is set to be unveiled in the next episode on Wednesday, January 8, a compelling pattern of behaviour strongly points to one contestant: Fiona, the 62-year-old local government officer from Swansea.
The Art of Misdirection
What sets Fiona apart, and has led many to brand her as the prime suspect, is a masterful use of misdirection. She has been expertly stirring the pot while ensuring the blame lands squarely on others. This classic Traitor tactic involves influencing the game's narrative without putting oneself directly in the firing line.
The first major clue emerged in the aftermath of Ben's murder. Contestants had deduced that a Traitor must have been present when Ben suggested people should look at Ross if he was killed. Fiona was the one to bring this up the following morning, but crucially, she claimed she had forgotten the exact details. She then asked Jessie to recount the event to the group.
This move was a clever way to introduce a critical piece of information—information that could implicate the Secret Traitor who was also in the room—without being the source of it herself.
Shifting Suspicion and Creating Scapegoats
Fiona's strategy became even clearer during her analysis of behaviour changes among the players. She openly questioned Hugo and Rachel, correctly identifying them as Traitors, and used their shifted demeanours since the train journey as her reasoning.
However, she again deflected responsibility. Fiona told others that Amanda had advised her to watch for those who had changed, making it seem like the idea originated elsewhere. At the roundtable, Amanda revealed it was Fiona who had sought her advice, painting Fiona as someone manufacturing a scapegoat.
The tactic worked perfectly. Hugo's ire was directed at Amanda, not Fiona, and his parting comment that Amanda was playing a good game successfully cast further suspicion on her instead.
Playing the 'Sweet and Innocent' Card
Perhaps the most telling evidence comes from Fiona herself. In a direct piece to camera, she admitted her strategy was to fool people into thinking she's 'sweet and innocent'. This self-awareness aligns perfectly with the calculated, behind-the-scenes manipulation she has been accused of.
While other theories have circulated—such as Ellie mentioning the 'Secret Traitor' phrase or Harriet's dramatic takedown of Hugo—Fiona's sustained pattern of subtle influence matches the profile of the most successful past Traitors. They avoid the spotlight, instead skilfully guiding others to speak and act on their behalf.
All signs currently point to the Welsh contestant, but viewers will have to wait for the BBC One episode on January 8 to get definitive confirmation. Until then, the evidence against Fiona appears more convincing by the day.
