BBC releases first-look teaser for Celebrity Traitors series two

The BBC has released a first-look teaser for the second series of its celebrity edition of the reality competition The Traitors, revealing a star-studded cast of 21 famous faces set to gather in the Scottish Highlands for a game of deception and trust. The short clip, released on August 27, 2026, shows host Claudia Winkleman addressing the contestants in a church setting, with floral lettering spelling "RIP VIP" visible in the background. The series is expected to air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer later this autumn.

The teaser features Winkleman telling the assembled celebrities, "A moment of silence for the celebrities gathered here today. Thoughts and prayers. Who doesn't love a dramatic exit." The video cuts to several of the contestants, including Richard E. Grant, Michael Sheen, Maya Jama, Miranda Hart, Rob Beckett, and Bella Ramsey. Comedian Romesh Ranganathan is seen sitting in the front row alongside Ross Kemp and Julie Hesmondhalgh.

The full lineup of participants includes Amol Rajan, Bella Ramsey, James Acaster, James Blunt, Jerry Hall, Joanne McNally, Joe Lycett, Julie Hesmondhalgh, King Kenny, LeighAnne Pinnock, Maya Jama, Michael Sheen, Miranda Hart, Myhala, Professor...