The third episode of the second series of The Celebrity Traitors delivered significant upheaval, beginning with a major shift at the first round table. Viewers witnessed actor Richard E. Grant face a landslide vote, resulting in his banishment after his strategy of revealing his traitor status to other celebrities in a bar backfired. This marked the first instance in the UK version of the show where a traitor has been identified during the opening round table. Series two, spoiler warning: This article reveals details from the third episode of The Celebrity Traitors. Conflicting theories and a dramatic showdown from the Celebrity Traitors, we normally expect raised voices. The writing was on the castle wall, but as this year’s first round table got under way. Waving his hands in the air, there was jubilation from the other celebrities as Grant confirmed his identity. Traitors commit first murder as Grant tries to save his skin. Celebrity Traitors cast: Who are this year’s ‘big dogs’ and dark horses.
Reflecting on the outcome, Grant told his fellow players, “Thank you for giving me an almost bingo full-house of votes. I have always wanted to be a traitor, and sometimes in life your dreams do come true.” His exit prompted jubilation among the other contestants, with Ross Kemp displaying intense excitement and actress Joanne McNally admitting she had been completely deceived by Grant’s previous behavior. With a vein-popping “get in there, ross Kemp was so happy it came out as borderline anger. It was traitor-on-traitor,” she declared (it wasn’t). “I don’t know if anybody else saw it,” (we did). “I am so excited because I truly believe we can get two in a row,” (don’t count on it).
Despite the successful identification of a traitor, the table atmosphere was marked by internal suspicion. Julie Hesmondhalgh, who had observed Myha’la winking at Grant before voting, delivered an impassioned speech, incorrectly suggesting that the act indicated a second traitor. Following the banishment, the remaining traitors, Maya Jama and James Acaster, retreated to the turret. They faced a choice between murdering a contestant or recruiting a third member to replace Grant. The pair chose to recruit mathematician Hannah Fry, who expressed genuine shock at the decision, having previously assumed both Jama and Acaster were faithful.
The next morning, the contestants were surprised to find everyone had returned to breakfast, leading many to conclude that a recruitment had taken place. Miranda Hart noted a distinct change in Fry’s demeanor, describing her as displaying a newfound nervousness. Meanwhile, as players formed various alliances and theories, comedian Rob Beckett shared that he had adopted a strategy of simply agreeing with whoever approached him to avoid conflict. James Acaster joked about wanting to eliminate James Blunt to resolve the confusion of sharing a name, noting that it would make his own life easier.
The group later participated in a mission involving a battering ram to open crypts, aimed at collecting prize money and shields. During the task, Myha’la and Fry discovered a shield, which they debated keeping secret to ensure their mutual protection. Although Jama and Sharon Rooney also secured shields, some were surrendered to unlock the final prize chest. Notably, Jama chose to keep her shield hidden, a move that could have future consequences.
The journey back from the mission saw rising tensions between Myha’la and Hesmondhalgh, who openly acknowledged their mutual suspicion. This contrasted with their initial friendly interactions earlier in the series. As the episode neared its conclusion, the players gathered to prepare for their second banishment, with the group dynamic becoming increasingly complex. Celebrity Traitors continues this Friday at 20:00 BST on One and iPlayer.
