Fans of Celebrity Traitors believe the winner of the 2026 series has been revealed following one of the most dramatic moments in the programme's history. Presented by Claudia Winkleman, audiences were left stunned when James Acaster disclosed his identity as a Traitor during Thursday's (October 29) penultimate instalment.
The comedian revealed his position at a Round Table, after which the remaining celebrities, including Michael Sheen, Romesh Ranganathan and James Blunt, chose to eliminate him. After his exit, James suggested his departure would result in a "better" finale.
James Acaster's Exit and Fan Predictions
He stated: "With three Traitors, it would have been a foregone conclusion that we were going to win." He added: "Don't get me wrong, I thought it was hilarious at one point that we were just going to walk our way to the final and win the whole thing, but this is much better, isn't it?"
Before tonight's finale (Friday, October 30), fans have been sharing their predictions about the seven remaining contestants, with many believing the winner is 'sealed'. Viewers think that Maya will face elimination next following Michael's pledge to expose her. However, the prevailing theory suggests the actor will be murdered first, prompting the other Faithfuls to banish Maya in retaliation.
Kenny's Path to Victory
This scenario could leave Kenny undetected, securing his triumph in the finale, according to The Mirror. One viewer posted: "The thing is, if Michael Sheen gets murdered tonight- there is no conceivable way Kenny doesn't win." Another stated: "Kenny is gonna win."
A third fan commented: "Kenny can win this on his own. They'll have to get rid of Michael (should do) which will probably mean Maya is next. Kenny only loses if Maya lands him in it." Another posted: "Looking like a solo win for Kenny," while one concurred: "Kenny is going to win." Another stated: "Kenny solo win incoming."
Round Table Tensions
During Thursday's instalment, Joanne McNally was banished before Sharon Rooney's murder. The subsequent Round Table saw James make his startling revelation after Michael applied pressure, questioning him about the true events surrounding Ross Kemp's murder in plain sight.
Some viewers suggest James effectively rescued Maya with his admission, as she was on the brink of banishment. Others believe he may have "ruined" the game for everyone, potentially exposing his fellow Traitors. Meanwhile, tensions during the Round Table reportedly escalated to such a degree that production was halted and the welfare team intervened to check on the contestants. It's understood that the episode required substantial editing because filming had to be suspended when James became distressed under the mounting pressure.
