England rugby international Joe Marler has confessed to delivering what fans are calling "the worst game play in Celebrity Traitors history" during his brief but memorable appearance on the hit BBC show.
A Traitor's Downfall
The 33-year-old Harlequins prop entered the Scottish castle with high hopes but quickly became known for his spectacularly bad decision-making. In a shocking admission, Marler revealed he intentionally avoided watching the original series to maintain an "authentic" approach - a move that backfired spectacularly.
"I didn't watch the first series because I didn't want to be tainted by other people's gameplay," Marler explained. "Turns out, that was my first massive error."
The Unravelling Begins
Marler's troubles started immediately when host Claudia Winkleman offered him a coveted Traitor role - which he promptly rejected. This critical mistake set the tone for what would become a masterclass in how not to play the game of deception.
His justification? "I just thought it would be too much effort," the rugby star admitted, leaving viewers and fellow contestants alike baffled by his casual approach to the high-stakes game.
A Series of Costly Errors
Marler's gameplay quickly became the stuff of reality TV legend as he:
- Turned down the Traitor role despite it being the show's strategic advantage
- Failed to grasp basic game mechanics that would have kept him in the competition
- Made decisions based on convenience rather than strategy
- Became an early target for both Traitors and Faithfuls alike
His approach was so unconventional that it left even seasoned Traitors fans questioning whether they were witnessing genius or catastrophe.
The Aftermath
Despite his early exit, Marler maintains no regrets about his performance. "I had the best time," he insisted, though he did acknowledge that his family found his gameplay particularly entertaining for all the wrong reasons.
The Celebrity Traitors series, which also features stars like Mollie Pearce, has become must-watch television for BBC audiences, with Marler's episode standing out as particularly memorable for its sheer entertainment value.
As for whether he'd approach the game differently given another chance? Marler's response perfectly captures his entire Traitors experience: "Probably not - it worked out exactly as it should have."
