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Daily Mirror
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Celebrity Traitors star spills on 'brutal' filming and cast's biggest challenge
Celebrity Traitors is set to see a host of famous faces, including Clare Balding, Kate Garraway, Nick Mohammed, Charlotte Church and Tameka Empson, play the game A contestant from the upcoming Celebrity Traitors has admitted that the experience was "brutal". They opened up about the Traitors spin-off following the line-up being confirmed after production began on the reality TV show. Clare Balding, 54, said she found the BBC show "challenging" as it meant her friendships with co-stars like former Olympic diver Tom Daley went "out the window". They are among the 19 celebrities who have taken part in the first series. Speaking candidly at the Goodwoof event while promoting her new novel Pastures New, Clare admitted: "It is so intense, and you get completely obsessed with the game." Teasing friendships don't always hold up amidst the gameplay, she said: "Obviously, I knew quite a lot of them before I went in, but the friendships you had before go out the window!" The broadcaster continued: "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 and other celebrities, like presenter Stephen Fry, actor Celia Imrie, comedian Nick Mohammed and singer Charlotte Church, will be seen playing the beloved game at Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands. On the show, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, they will compete to win a cash prize of up to £100,000 for a charity of their choice. Praising Nick, she revealed: "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." Crufts presenter Clare also shared her delight over spending time with other contestants during the filming of Celebrity Traitors. She gushed: "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." The line-up for Celebrity Traitors was announced earlier this month. Clare, Tom, Stephen, Celia, Charlotte, Cat and Ruth are among the 19 celebrities who are involved in the spin-off, which is set to be broadcast by the BBC later this year. Comedian Alan Carr, filmmaker David Olusoga and former rugby union player Joe Marler will also compete. Other celebrities in the line-up for the show include comedian Joe Wilkinson, presenters Jonathan Ross and Kate Garraway. They will compete against the likes of comedian Lucy Beaumont and actor Mark Bonnar, too. Content creator Niko Omilana, singer-songwriter Paloma Faith and EastEnders star Tameka Empson are also in the line-up. Host Claudia commented: "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." Celebrity Traitors is scheduled to air in the autumn on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Celebrity Traitors star lifts lid on ‘intense' and ‘brutal' series – and lets slip which celeb is the smartest
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) 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. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 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.' 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.' 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 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 7 BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty says trolls love to have a pop at her appearance Credit: BBC 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 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 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 7 Suranne Jones is set to star in a TV drama about witchcraft having becoming obsessed with the subject Credit: Rex 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.
The Independent
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Independent
Car makers have a surprising new target demographic
If proof were ever needed that the Duke of Richmond loves his dogs, it's said that the palatial kennels complex at his historic Goodwood estate had central heating long before Goodwood House ever got it. The Duke is hardly an outlier when it comes to canine appreciation – the UK is a nation of dog lovers. We have over 12 million of our four-legged friends living with us and spend an average of £2,000 on our pets every year, according to Battersea Dogs Home. Dogs are clearly big business, and lately they've been giving car makers paws for thought. The Goodwood estate is better known for the car-themed Festival of Speed and Revival weekends, both huge money-spinners for the Duke, but his Grace is evidently as huge a fan of dogs as he is a petrolhead and a businessman. Last weekend the estate hosted its fourth annual festival for our furry friends. Called Goodwoof (naturally) the pooch-centric festival includes live music, dog-related businesses selling their wares and a smattering of celebrities and influencers wandering around, from Clare Balding and James Middleton to Love Islanders and Strictly dancers. And in a world where crossover cars are as popular as mixed-breed dogs, a collaboration between the car world and the dog world makes commercial sense. Land Rover obviously agrees. This year it became the official automotive partner of Goodwoof, choosing the event to unveil not one, but two new Discovery models. Gemini and Tempest sound as much like new cars as they do a pair of fox red Labradors. Land Rover has done the market research before deciding to court Britain's dog owners. Around half of all Discovery owners have one, and 61 per cent of them say that their dog influences their car-buying decisions. That's enough for some car companies to start paying attention to the needs of their hairiest passengers. I must agree. I'm a dog lover and choose the cars that I buy with my goldendoodle Sky in mind. A car that's comfortable with good space, easy to get into and with a good view out is essential for Sky, and that's what we got with the Discovery we drove down to Goodwood, with Sky acting like lady muck in the back. It's not surprising really. Land Rover – like Goodwoof – has a host of doggy accessories for you to spend your cash on. Sky got into the car via Land Rover's official dog ramp, sat on the official Land Rover quilted boot liner, was kept in place by the official Land Rover safety guard and had a slurp from the official Land Rover no-spill dog bowl. Should she have needed one, she could have taken a shower with the official Land Rover dog wash. Sky turned her nose up at the portable dog crate Land Rover sent us, though. It was way too small for a lady of her stature. Land Rover owners and their dogs even got special access at this year's Goodwoof, with dedicated parking areas, hospitality and complimentary treats for both doggies and their owners. Discovery-branded doggy hydration stations were dotted around the whole festival site, while the Goodwoof Adventure Trail was sponsored by the company. There was also a Discovery Stick Library, which Sky got stuck into and didn't seem bothered by any late return fees. The Discovery Gemini and Tempest models were there on mini-motor show stands, with dog-friendly Land Rover staff on hand with more treats and the softest of sells. Having spent time in the latest model, now built better than ever at JLR's latest factory in Slovakia, I wasn't surprised to see a willing queue of well-heeled dog owners lining up to look at the new Discovery models. Even longer was the queue to have a Land Rover-sponsored caricature of your dog drawn by a couple of dog-friendly artists. By late on day two, their fixed smiles suggested some truth to the old showbiz mantra of never working with animals or children. Land Rover's interest in all things canine appears to be more than just a passing fascination. According to one seasoned car industry exec I caught wandering across the lawns with his own two dogs, Land Rover's investment in Goodwoof could have topped the million-pound mark. So why does Land Rover do it? According to Amy Gibson, the UK brand director for Discovery, 'Goodwoof is a brilliant celebration of life with dogs – and a natural fit for the Discovery brand. Designed to enhance everyday journeys with versatility, comfort and capability, we're delighted to bring these qualities to one of the most iconic events for dog owners. We look forward to creating unforgettable memories for all attendees at this year's Goodwoof." Land Rover isn't alone in targeting dog owners. Skoda has been doing it for years with its sponsorship of Crufts and other doggy events. Kirsten Stagg, head of marketing at Skoda UK told me 'at Skoda, we understand that dogs are more than just pets, they're family. 'Our involvement with dog-related initiatives reflects our commitment to making every journey comfortable, safe, and enjoyable for all passengers, whether they walk on two legs or four. As a brand known for supporting families and making life easier, it's only natural that we stand behind the millions of UK drivers who travel with their canine companions." Dogs, it seems, sell plenty of things aside from cars. Other partners at this year's Goodwoof festival included Cotswold Outdoor and Mars Petcare (prompting an interesting discussion with one of their representatives around how healthy its Pedigree Dentastix dog treats are, given they're from the same company that brings us Skittles and Mars bars). HSBC, Tesco, health insurer Vitality and even Le Shuttle were also among the event partners keen to associate their brand with our beloved pets. The feel-good factor around Goodwoof was palpable. And feeling good rubs off on sponsors. Smiles sell cars, and so do dogs. Smart move, Land Rover.
South Wales Guardian
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
In Pictures: Dog lovers and their canine companions enjoy annual Goodwoof event
Goodwoof, held on the Goodwood estate in Chichester, is an annual celebration of dogs which features a variety of activities for animals and their owners. The event, held in glorious sunshine, attracted several celebrities.
