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Daily Mail
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Tom Daley is supported by Celebrity Traitors co-star Clare Balding as they share a hug at his 1.6 Seconds documentary screening in London
Tom Daley was supported by soon-to-be Celebrity Traitors co-star Clare Balding as they shared a hug at his Tom Daley 1.6 Seconds exclusive screening in London on Thursday. The retired Olympic diver, 31, shot to fame in 2008 when he competed at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games aged just 14 years old. And has now starred in his own Warner Bros. Discovery documentary which will detail his incredible life story of the five-time Olympic medalist. But as he graced the blue carpet wearing a trendy black and white ensemble, he shared a sweet moment with broadcaster Clare. Tom, who wore black trousers, a black T-shirt and a white jacket, was seen giving Clare a big hug. The diver and Clare will star alongside each other in the BBC's 2025 Celebrity Traitors, which is set to hit screens this autumn. For the outing, the TV personality wore a blue and white patterned shirt which she paired with white trousers and a blazer. A synopsis for Tom's upcoming release reads: 'From the moment Tom Daley leaps off the diving board, he has 1.6 seconds to showcase what can be achieved when you spend over two decades of your life putting in blood, sweat and tears in the pursuit of athletic perfection. 'Join us as we travel through the past and present of the world's most iconic Olympic diver and explore the successes and hardships that a child prodigy from Plymouth faced in his journey to become one of Britain's most successful Olympic athletes of all time. 'With never-before-seen archive footage and close collaboration with Tom Daley and his family, this documentary explores the pivotal figures, biggest achievements, and greatest obstacles that Daley faced both in and out of the pool. 'Be it as a sporting legend or champion for important social issues, Tom Daley has shaped the world far beyond what could have been thought possible for a British diver. This is his story.' Despite Traitors not airing until autumn 2025, the favourite to win has already been 'revealed' as bookies share their top pick from the impressive line-up. Earlier this year, the highly-anticipated list of 19 stars set to participate in the upcoming series of Celebrity Traitors was released. But before Claudia Winkleman has even selected her Traitors and Faithfuls, there is one particular celebrity who has been named as the most likely to win. Despite Traitors not airing until autumn 2025, the favourite to win has already been 'revealed' as bookies share their top pick from the impressive line-up Stephen Fry is currently the favourite to survive banishment or murder and make it to the end of the treacherous game, according to The comic and actor has odds of 4/1 to win, while talk show host Jonathan Ross comes second at 5/1. Line of Duty actor Mark Bonnar and comic Joe Wilkinson are joint third at 6/1. Comedian Lucy Beaumont and EastEnders star Tameka Empson are both 7/1. While actress Celia Imrie and Nick Mohammed come at 8/1. Ruth Codd is priced at 9/1. Good Morning Britain host Kate Garraway and broadcasting icon Clare share odds to win at 10/1. Singer Charlotte Church and Tom both are thought to be 12/1. YouTuber Niko Omilana is priced at 14/1 while comedian Alan Carr follows behind at 16/1. Paloma Faith and David Olusoga share odds of 18/1, and Cat Burns comes next at 20/1. According to bookies, the least likely to win could be Rugby player Joe Marler who is priced at 25/1.
The Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Celebrity Traitors star lifts lid on ‘intense' and ‘brutal' series – and lets slip which celeb is the smartest
SPORTS presenter Clare Balding says Celebrity Traitors saw the stars' friendships abandoned when they came together to take part in the BBC challenge show. She is one of 19 famous faces who've just finished filming the spin-off series at Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highland for BBC One with Claudia Winkleman returning to host. And although many of the celebs had become quite pally over doing various shows and events together over the years, the long-standing loyalties counted for nothing. Talking at the Goodwoof event this week, Clare said: 'It is so intense, and you get completely obsessed with the game. "Obviously I knew quite a lot of them before I went in, but the friendships you had before go out the window! 'That, for me, is very challenging because I like to be friends with everybody! It's brutal, but I think I'm glad I did it. It will make good television and there are some really strong moments.' Clare was keeping quiet about whether she was a traitor or a faithful, and would only let slip one thing about one of her fellow competitors. She said: 'There are some people who are so clever. I mean, Nick Mohammed from Ted Lasso, he can solve problems and puzzles in like four and a half seconds. He's amazing. 'It was lovely to get more time to hang out with people like Stephen Fry, Celia Imrie, Charlotte Church who's an absolute superstar, and a really cool young singer called Cat Burns - I would not have met her and Ruth Cobb who's an actress in any other situation, and I loved that. 'Yeah it was great fun.' Clare also admitted that one of the main reasons she agreed to take part was because she was such a fan of The Traitors, which is currently filming its fourth 'civilian' series. She said: 'I wanted to do it because I wanted to experience the show, and I was really lucky they said yes to letting me. I think I was one of the first ones signed up actually, me and Stephen Fry.' Claudia Winkleman reveals BBC bosses have slapped her with a big rule ahead of first ever Celebrity Traitors Clare added: 'I wasn't even allowed to say I'd done Celebrity Traitors until they made the big announcement last week, and I certainly can't talk about any of the detail.' GARETH IN TIGHT SQUEEZE 7 GARETH MALONE will have no trouble hitting the high notes in the dangerously tight outfit he squeezes into for The Horne Section TV Show. The choirmaster makes a cameo appearance in the new series of the sitcom, which kicks off tonight on Channel 4. He stars alongside Taskmaster 's Alex Horne, who plays himself as a host of his own late-night chat show alongside his band, The Horne Section. Alex says the series involves 'six men who are nearly 50 years old, who should know better, but have been given a TV show, so we're mucking around, trying to make each other laugh'. Also taking part in the chaos are Ghosts star Kiell Smith- Bynoe and impressionist Ronni Ancona. Alex adds: 'It's really childish, it's very silly. We're just going to have a laugh.' Gareth's clearly on board with that mantra, too. GAVIN & Stacey star Rob Brydon plays divorcee Bill Beam, who staves off financial ruin by renting his spare rooms to students in a new show – Bill's Included. It's one of several new comedies announced by the Beeb which include Reluctant Vampire starring Bafta winner Lenny Rush. NAGA: I'M TROLLS' TARGET BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty has revealed that trolls love to have a pop at her appearance. She said: 'The number of times I've had comments like, 'You shouldn't be wearing that dress, you've got a bit of a belly'. 'People are quite happy to comment on social media. 'I'm very happy with my body. I'm fit, I'm strong, but women have bellies.' She added to Gabby Logan on her The Mid-Point podcast: 'You get a lot of nice comments, but women are expected to portray a certain aesthetic. 'And when you dress for news you have to be mindful that what you wear cannot be distracting. 'Women are more highly criticised and noticed.' GLAM LIZ IS A DEAD ZINGER 7 WHAT better way to exhume your career than in a coffin. That seems to be the motto of Liz Hurley who has just been announced as the leading lady on new Channel 4 show The Inheritance. The Austin Powers actress is being joined by Rob Rinder on the upcoming reality series, which sees 13 strangers summoned to a grand stately home. They have to compete for a chunk of the fortune left in the will of The Deceased, a rather glamorous woman, played, naturally, by our Liz. Rob plays her executor and legal counsel – which is understandable given he is a trained barrister and erstwhile Judge Rinder. He said: 'As The Executor I enforce the rules, keep the chaos in check – more or less – and make sure our players are deserving of every glittering penny left by our dearly departed deceased.' The show will air this autumn. TANYA'S BUNCH HUNCH THERE could well be a second series of The Bardsley Bunch – if Tanya Bardsley gets her way. The former Real Housewives Of Cheshire star reckons fans are chomping at the bit for a sequel to the reality show that focuses on her, hubby Phil, a former footballer, and their children. The mum of four said: 'It resonates with people because there's no filter with us. I've not had one bad comment. 'Kids can be little t****rs no matter how much you dress them up, but all the mums out there understand that. 'We're having talks about series two with ITV soon. No one else would employ me, so what else am I going to do? 'I got sacked when I was a cleaner, so this will be it!' SURANNE SHOW IS SPELLBINDING SURANNE JONES is to star in a TV drama about witchcraft – having becoming obsessed with the subject after making a documentary about the phenomenon. The Gentleman Jack actress has paired up with the production team behind Disney historical thriller series A Thousand Blows and Bafta-winning Sky comedy Mr Bigstuff. Suranne and her husband, producer Laurence Akers, are both fascinated by the supernatural and were spurred on to make the show after co-creating last summer's Channel 4 documentary, Investigating Witch Trials. The drama is in its early stages but is expected to go into production within months. Though they have yet to attach it to a channel, the creators say the biggest hurdle is financing it. Tom Miller, of production firm Water and Power, told the British Television Society: 'We're currently developing a TV drama with Suranne and Laurence about witchcraft. 'Increasingly, as we build a reputation, we get sent books and scripts, though developing them can be expensive. 'We don't have backers — we're completely independent — so we have to bear development costs.' Two-parter Investigating Witch Trials saw Suranne exploring the stories behind the infamous 17th century prosecutions for witchcraft. She delved into the myths surrounding sorcery while exploring the historic witch trials and the super-natural in England, America and beyond. And she also exposed how age-old prejudices still affect women today. She said: 'For as long as I can remember, I've been intrigued by the idea of witches. I would love to be cast as a witch. 'When I was younger I didn't gravitate towards princesses, I loved fairy tales and folklore. 'But I loved witches and the wild women who got their hands dirty.' I'd roll your sleeves up now, Suranne — you'll have channels and streamers banging on your door for this drama.
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Celebrity Traitors star lifts lid on ‘intense' and ‘brutal' series – and lets slip which celeb is the smartest
SPORTS presenter Clare Balding says Celebrity Traitors saw the stars' friendships abandoned when they came together to take part in the BBC challenge show. She is one of 19 famous faces who've just finished filming the spin-off series at 7 Sports presenter Clare Balding says she was 'completely obsessed' with Celebrity Traitors because the show is 'so intense' Credit: PA And although many of the celebs had become quite pally over doing various shows and events together over the years, the long-standing loyalties counted for nothing. Talking at the Goodwoof event this week, Clare said: 'It is so intense, and you get completely obsessed with the game. "Obviously I knew quite a lot of them before I went in, but the friendships you had before go out the window! 'That, for me, is very challenging because I like to be friends with everybody! It's brutal, but I think I'm glad I did it. It will make good television and there are some really strong moments.' READ MORE IN TV She said: 'There are some people who are so clever. I mean, 'It was lovely to get more time to hang out with people like 'Yeah it was great fun.' Most read in News TV Clare also admitted that one of the main reasons she agreed to take part was because she was such a fan of The Traitors, which is currently filming its fourth 'civilian' series. She said: 'I wanted to do it because I wanted to experience the show, and I was really lucky they said yes to letting me. I think I was one of the first ones signed up actually, me and Claudia Winkleman reveals BBC bosses have slapped her with a big rule ahead of first ever Celebrity Traitors Clare added: 'I wasn't even allowed to say I'd done 7 Clare is one of 19 famous faces who've finished filming the spin-off series at Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highland with Claudia Winkleman Credit: BBC GARETH IN TIGHT SQUEEZE 7 Gareth Malone squeezed into this tight outfit for The Horne Section TV Show Credit: Channel 4 The choirmaster makes a cameo appearance in the new series of the sitcom, which kicks off tonight on Channel 4. He stars alongside Taskmaster's Alex says the series involves 'six men who are nearly 50 years old, who should know better, but have been given a TV show, so we're mucking around, trying to make each other laugh'. Also taking part in the chaos are Ghosts star Kiell Smith- Bynoe and impressionist Alex adds: 'It's really childish, it's very silly. We're just going to have a laugh.' Gareth's clearly on board with that mantra, too. GAVIN & Stacey star It's one of several new comedies announced by the Beeb which include Reluctant Vampire starring Bafta winner Lenny Rush. NAGA: I'M TROLLS' TARGET 7 BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty says trolls love to have a pop at her appearance Credit: BBC BBC Breakfast host She said: 'The number of times I've had comments like, 'You shouldn't be wearing that dress, you've got a bit of a belly'. 'People are quite happy to comment on social media. 'I'm very happy with my body. I'm fit, I'm strong, but women have bellies.' She added to nice comments, but women are expected to portray a certain aesthetic. 'And when you dress for news you have to be mindful that what you wear cannot be distracting. 'Women are more highly criticised and noticed.' GLAM LIZ IS A DEAD ZINGER 7 Liz Hurley, with Rob Rinder, has just been announced as the leading lady on Channel 4 show The Inheritance Credit: Channel 4 WHAT better way to exhume your career than in a coffin. That seems to be the motto of Liz Hurley who has just been announced as the leading lady on new Channel 4 show The Inheritance. The Austin Powers actress is being joined by Rob Rinder on the upcoming reality series, which sees 13 strangers summoned to a grand stately home. They have to compete for a chunk of the fortune left in the will of The Deceased, a rather glamorous woman, played, naturally, by our Liz. Rob plays her executor and legal counsel – which is understandable given he is a trained barrister and erstwhile Judge Rinder . He said: 'As The Executor I enforce the rules, keep the chaos in check – more or less – and make sure our players are deserving of every glittering penny left by our dearly departed deceased.' The show will air this autumn. TANYA'S BUNCH HUNCH 7 Tanya Bardsley says there could be a second series of The Bardsley Bunch, above with husband Phil Credit: Getty THERE could well be a second series of The Bardsley Bunch – if The former Real Housewives Of Cheshire star reckons fans are chomping at the bit for a sequel to the reality show that focuses on her, hubby The mum of four said: 'It resonates with people because there's no filter with us. I've not had one bad comment. 'Kids can be little t****rs no matter how much you dress them up, but all the mums out there understand that. 'We're having talks about series two with ITV soon. No one else would employ me, so what else am I going to do? 'I got sacked when I was a cleaner, so this will be it!' SURANNE SHOW IS SPELLBINDING 7 Suranne Jones is set to star in a TV drama about witchcraft having becoming obsessed with the subject Credit: Rex The Gentleman Jack actress has paired up with the production team behind Disney historical thriller series A Thousand Blows and Bafta-winning Sky comedy Suranne and her husband, producer Laurence Akers, are both fascinated by the supernatural and were spurred on to make the show after co-creating last summer's Channel 4 documentary, Investigating Witch Trials. The drama is in its early stages but is expected to go into production within months. Though they have yet to attach it to a channel, the creators say the biggest hurdle is financing it. Tom Miller, of production firm Water and Power , told the British Television Society: 'We're currently developing a TV drama with Suranne and Laurence about witchcraft. 'Increasingly, as we build a reputation, we get sent books and scripts, though developing them can be expensive. 'We don't have backers — we're completely independent — so we have to bear development costs.' Two-parter Investigating Witch Trials saw Suranne exploring the stories behind the infamous 17th century prosecutions for witchcraft. She delved into the myths surrounding sorcery while exploring the historic witch trials and the super-natural in England, America and beyond. And she also exposed how age-old prejudices still affect women today. She said: 'For as long as I can remember, I've been intrigued by the idea of witches. I would love to be cast as a witch. 'When I was younger I didn't gravitate towards princesses, I loved fairy tales and folklore. 'But I loved witches and the wild women who got their hands dirty.' I'd roll your sleeves up now, Suranne — you'll have channels and streamers banging on your door for this drama.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Celebrity Traitors star Clare Balding's BBC pal shares key reason she's already 'at risk'
After months of speculation, the star-studded line-up of The Celebrity Traitors has finally been announced. The special edition of the BBC's hit reality competition will see 19 celebrities heading to Ardross Castle to engage in as much double-crossing as they can muster - and this time it's all for charity. Claudia Winkleman will return as host as the famous faces play as either Faithfuls or Traitors over the course of nine episodes. Unlike the civilian edition of the show, the prize pot of up to £100,000 will go towards a charity picked by the winner or winners. READ MORE: BBC Call The Midwife shares major update but fans are left 'fearing' for iconic character READ MORE: BBC Eurovision host Rylan Clark explains 'stage invader' incident after semi-final Among the freshly-unveiled cast is comedian Alan Carr, actor Celia Imrie, singer Charlotte Church and broadcasters Clare Balding and Stephen Fry. Historian David Olusoga, funnyman Joe Wilkinson and presenter Jonathan Ross are also on board. Ahead of the show's start date this Autumn, a close friend of one of the stars has weighed in on her chances of making it through to the final. During an appearance on BBC's The One Show tonight (May 13), Strictly Come Dancing and EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis shared her excitement at Clare Balding being cast on the reality show, but outlined the "risk" she faced. "I feel like there's a bit of a risk for her because she's so clever and the Traitors have traditionally always kicked the clever people out," she began. "So she needs to go on it and play stupid.... I'll text her that advice." Ahead of the programme airing, host Claudia Winkleman shared: "We're incredibly lucky these brilliant people have said yes. I'd love to say we'll take it easy on them and they'll just wander round the castle and eat toast for a couple of weeks, but that would be a lie." Alan Carr - Comedian Cat Burns – Singer/Songwriter Celia Imrie – Actor Charlotte Church – Singer/Activist Clare Balding - Broadcaster and Author David Olusoga - Historian and Filmmaker Joe Marler – Former England Rugby Player and Podcaster Joe Wilkinson - Comedian Jonathan Ross - Presenter Kate Garraway - Broadcaster Lucy Beaumont - Comedian Mark Bonnar - Actor Nick Mohammed - Actor and Comedian Niko Omilana - Content Creator Paloma Faith - Singer/Songwriter and Actor Ruth Codd - Actor Stephen Fry - Actor, Writer, Presenter Tameka Empson – Actor and Comedian Tom Daley – Olympian, Author, Broadcaster and Entrepreneur The Celebrity Traitors comes to BBC One and BBC iPlayer this Autumn with an exact release date yet to be announced
Wales Online
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Celebrity Traitors star Clare Balding's BBC pal shares key reason she's already 'at risk'
Celebrity Traitors star Clare Balding's BBC pal shares key reason she's already 'at risk' The glittering line-up has finally been unveiled The official line up for The Celebrity Traitors has been unveiled (Image: PA ) After months of speculation, the star-studded line-up of The Celebrity Traitors has finally been announced. The special edition of the BBC's hit reality competition will see 19 celebrities heading to Ardross Castle to engage in as much double-crossing as they can muster - and this time it's all for charity. Claudia Winkleman will return as host as the famous faces play as either Faithfuls or Traitors over the course of nine episodes. Unlike the civilian edition of the show, the prize pot of up to £100,000 will go towards a charity picked by the winner or winners. Among the freshly-unveiled cast is comedian Alan Carr, actor Celia Imrie, singer Charlotte Church and broadcasters Clare Balding and Stephen Fry. Historian David Olusoga, funnyman Joe Wilkinson and presenter Jonathan Ross are also on board. Clare Balding is one of the 19 famous faces taking part in The Celebrity Traitors (Image: Jon Super/Shutterstock for Channel 4 ) Ahead of the show's start date this Autumn, a close friend of one of the stars has weighed in on her chances of making it through to the final. Article continues below During an appearance on BBC's The One Show tonight (May 13), Strictly Come Dancing and EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis shared her excitement at Clare Balding being cast on the reality show, but outlined the "risk" she faced. "I feel like there's a bit of a risk for her because she's so clever and the Traitors have traditionally always kicked the clever people out," she began. "So she needs to go on it and play stupid.... I'll text her that advice." Rose Ayling-Ellis had some advice for friend Clare (Image: Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP ) Article continues below Ahead of the programme airing, host Claudia Winkleman shared: "We're incredibly lucky these brilliant people have said yes. I'd love to say we'll take it easy on them and they'll just wander round the castle and eat toast for a couple of weeks, but that would be a lie." The Celebrity Traitors cast - full list Alan Carr - Comedian Cat Burns – Singer/Songwriter Celia Imrie – Actor Charlotte Church – Singer/Activist Clare Balding - Broadcaster and Author David Olusoga - Historian and Filmmaker Joe Marler – Former England Rugby Player and Podcaster Joe Wilkinson - Comedian Jonathan Ross - Presenter Kate Garraway - Broadcaster Lucy Beaumont - Comedian Mark Bonnar - Actor Nick Mohammed - Actor and Comedian Niko Omilana - Content Creator Paloma Faith - Singer/Songwriter and Actor Ruth Codd - Actor Stephen Fry - Actor, Writer, Presenter Tameka Empson – Actor and Comedian Tom Daley – Olympian, Author, Broadcaster and Entrepreneur The Celebrity Traitors comes to BBC One and BBC iPlayer this Autumn with an exact release date yet to be announced
