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Scottish Sun
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Mystery solved after 100 floating COFFINS appear on Scottish loch
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AROUND 100 floating coffins mysteriously appeared on a Scots loch this week. The crates were spotted drifting at Loch Glass near Dingwall yesterday afternoon. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Around 100 floating coffins mysteriously appeared at Loch Glass Credit: Northpix 3 The latest dramatic pictures give fans some clues as filming gets underway Credit: Northpix 3 Contestants will engage in strategic deception to win a cash prize of up to £120k Credit: Northpix Pictures show the caskets on the surface of the water beside the unusual Pink House, which eagle-eyed viewers of The Traitors might recognise. The latest dramatic pictures give fans some clues as filming gets underway for the celebrity version of the hit show. Contestants will engage in strategic deception to win a cash prize of up to £120,000. Nineteen big names are joining Claudia Winkleman at Ardross Castle in the Highlands for the ultimate game of truth and deception. They were recently spotted touching down at Inverness Airport ahead of production. QI legend Stephen Fry, 67, was the first name to be revealed by The Sun last year. He will be joined by comedian Alan Carr, 48, and Scottish Line of Duty actor Mark Bonnar, 56, who played DCC Mike Dryden in the cult series. Olympic swimming star Tom Daley, 30, is also among the competitors and will be joined by ITV talk show host Jonathan Ross, 64. Other celebs include pop star Paloma Faith, 43, BBC sports presenter Clare Balding, 54, and comedian Lucy Beaumont, 41. Comic Joe Wilkinson, actress Ruth Codd, EastEnders favourite Tameka Empson, showbiz icon Celia Imrie, classical songstress Charlotte Church, TV host Kate Garroway and vocalist Cat Burns have all signed up too. The Traitors stars' jaw-dropping salaries revealed as Peacock spoils contestants to first-class flights and big perks The Traitors host Alan Cumming recently revealed the secret way he communicates with Claudia Winkleman. Claudia, 53, hosts the BBC's hit back-stabbing reality show in the UK, while Scot Alan fronts the programme in the US. The American version of the psychological game show is different from the British version, as the contestants include reality stars. However, it is set in the same castle in the Highlands as the BBC version fronted by Claudia. Despite having the same job, the pair have never met in person. But Hollywood star Alan discovered a crafty way to communicate with his colleague. He told The Mirror: "Isn't it nuts? We might be the same person because you've never seen us in the same room. We have mutual friends and nearly met years ago. "We were the guinea pigs for the show so there was some trepidation about doing something new. "We leave messages for each other on the make-up mirror."
Daily Mirror
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Celebrity Traitors release date confirmed by BBC and there's not long to wait
Celebrity Traitors is underway as 19 celebrities have been whisked off to a secret location to take on the ultimate game of deception for the first star-studded spin-off Filming for the first Celebrity Traitors is underway as the stars have been whisked off to a secret location. They will be taking on the hit BBC murder-mystery show for the chance of winning a cash prize up to £100,000 for a charity of their choice. Host Claudia Winkleman will be on hand, just like the three highly successful series of the original show. But now, it is the celebrities turn to see if they really have what it takes to play the ultimate game of detection, backstabbing and trust. The remarkable series, with huge names including Kate Garraway, Alan Carr, Stephen Fry, Jonathan Ross and Paloma Faith, sees them enter the iconic the castle. It was previously confirmed by the Mirror that comedian Alan and former child star Charlotte Church were set to lead the 19-long list of big names. With filming underway and excitement brewing, the BBC have confirmed the series will air in the autumn. Unlike the original series of The Traitors, we won't have to wait until next year. Speaking on the line-up, excited host Claudia said: '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.' Those taking part include Alan Carr, singer Cat Burns, actor Celia Imrie, singer and activist Charlotte Church, broadcaster Clare Balding, historian David Olusoga, rugby star Joe Marler, comedian Joe Wilkinson and presenter Jonathan Ross. They will be joined by broadcaster Kate Garraway, comedian Lucy Beaumont, actor Mark Bonnar, actor and comedian Nick Mohammed, content creator Niko Omilana, singer Paloma Faith, actor Ruth Codd, actor and writer Stephen Fry, actor and comedian Tameka Empson and Olympian Tom Daley. Ahead of the release of the series, a source told us: "There will be a huge mix of personalities - and ego sizes. Seeing how it all works out is going to be fascinating. "The team making the show are expecting it to be quite different to the regular version because the celebrities will be less motivated by the prize fund but care far more about how they come across. "It will be really interesting to see how the gameplay compares, along with which tactics they employ. Hopefully, one thing that will remain the same is that it will be a lot of fun to watch." The group have been on strict instructions by production staff to maintain a low-key profile ahead of filming and were also banned from liaising with each other. At the end of last month, the cast were pictured arriving at Inverness Airport before filming at Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands, as they embark on the game which test their levels of deception. Filming for the BBC series is said to be gruelling, with former star Charlotte Chilton revealing that they would film for 17 hours a day. "That's the hardest part. It sounds crazy - you might go 'you were only together for like 3 weeks or whatever'. But that 3 weeks, where some days like... 17 hours in a day and you're sat with those people constantly," she told the Mirror.
Wales Online
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Richard Osman opens up on 'missing' stars from BBC Celebrity Traitors cast
Richard Osman opens up on 'missing' stars from BBC Celebrity Traitors cast Richard Osman has opened up about the Celebrity Traitors cast after several celebrities were seen landing at Inverness Airport last week Richard Madeley contacts Kate Garraway about The Traitors Richard Osman has spoken out about the Celebrity Traitors cast as he confirmed the stars that are "missing" from the line-up. Filming for the highly anticipated spin-off commenced this week at Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands, where a group of celebrities will engage in a game of deception. Several stars were spotted arriving at Inverness Airport last week, including Jonathan Ross, Tom Daley, Charlotte Church, Stephen Fry, Alan Carr, and David Olusoga. Other famous faces that are expected to feature on the new series are Good Morning Britain host Kate Garraway, rugby star Joe Marler, YouTuber Niko Omilana and Line of Duty actor Mark Bonnar. The line-up also features comedians Joe Wilkinson and Lucy Beaumont, presenter Clare Balding, EastEnders actress Tameka Empson, and acclaimed actresses Celia Imrie and Ruth Codd, reports OK! Richard Osman has opened up about the reported cast of Celebrity Traitors (Image:) Article continues below During his podcast, The Rest Is Entertainment, co-hosted with Marina Hyde, Richard Osman commented on the reported line-up, stating that it is "not" the official list. "I keep reading that the official list of participants has been released. It has not," he clarified. "There are lists out there which I don't think were a million miles off the truth, but the official list is yet to be announced." "And there are people who are going to be in this who are not on the list I've seen as well... I can neither confirm nor deny who is going to be in it, who's not going to be in it," Richard added, while also confirming that he will not be participating in the show. Discussing the anticipated air date, the host then remarked: "You would assume that the regular Traitors will be in its usual slot in January, so you would have thought it would be late September, early October, something like that. But certainly they're filming as we speak." Celebrity Traitors is set to premiere later this year (Image: PA ) The news follows reports that the BBC has implemented stringent regulations on the set of the popular reality series. The Sun reports that the broadcaster has seized the celebrities' mobile phones and assigned security to monitor the stars to prevent any pre-filming collusion. "The BBC aren't taking any chances with the contestants - even though they're household names," a source disclosed to the publication. "They are all holed up in a hotel together but they are being kept apart with a security guard on their floor at all times to make sure they're not swapping tactics or talking. "In the normal series of The Traitors, the contestants' phones are removed and there have been no special measures put in place for the celebs." The insider added: "The BBC want this series to be as explosive as ever, so they won't allow any collusion." Article continues below Celebrity Traitors will air on BBC One later this year
Daily Mirror
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Celebrity Traitors Alan Carr, Kate Garraway and more stars whisked off to secret location
The full list of Celebrity Traitors stars were caught on camera as they did their best to sneak off to their secret location where filming will start ahead of the new series Celebrity Traitors is officially underway as the cast of the latest series were spotted being whisked off to a secret location to start filming. Bundled into the back of a black people carrier, the cast included Good Morning Britain star Kate Garraway, TV talk show host Jonathan Ross, Charlotte Church, Stephen Fry and singer Paloma Faith. The group have been on strict instructions by production staff to maintain a low-key profile ahead of filming and were also banned from liaising with each other. But yesterday, the entire cast were rushed out of a side door exit as filming is set to start at a secret location. TV star Jonathan Ross was seen climbing into the back of a car before sitting down next to Clare Balding, who was also in the car, and having a chat. Meanwhile, comedian Alan Carr looked excited for filming to kick off as he stood with production staff. Alan, 48, looked dapper in a grown suit jacket and checked brown trousers. Good Morning Britain star Kate Garraway was pictured with rollers in her hair as she gets camera-ready as she climbed into an awaiting car. Meanwhile, Charlotte Church was seen in deep conversation while sat in the back of a car with Bob Mortimer and Nick Mohammed, ahead of the start of filming. Meanwhile, Olympian Tom Daley also emerged from the side exit of a building. The smartly-dressed star looked deep in thought, perhaps getting his head in the game. Earlier this week, the cast were pictured arriving at Inverness Airport. It has been reported that nineteen high-profile names are joining host Claudia Winkleman at Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands, as they embark on the game which test their levels of deception. Rugby star Joe Marler, YouTuber Niko Omilana and Line Of Duty and Shetland star Mark Bonnar, as well as comedians Joe Wilkinson and Lucy Beaumont have also signed up for the new series, as well as EastEnders actress Tameka Empson and actresses Celia Imrie and Ruth Codd. Claudia Winkleman will be back to host the hit show, which launched three years ago in the UK. A celebrity version also airs in the United States, but differently, it has both celebrities and civilians in it. Filming for the BBC series is said to be gruelling, with one of the series' stars Charlotte Chilton revealed that they would film for 17 hours a day, as she admitted she would spend hours on end with them. "That's the hardest part. It sounds crazy - you might go 'you were only together for like 3 weeks or whatever'. But that 3 weeks, where some days like... 17 hours in a day and you're sat with those people constantly," she told The Mirror. Host Claudia recently confessed that bosses have banned the inclusion of her A-list celebrity friends to take part in future series as it could compromise the game. During a recent interview alongside her co-presenter Mika from Channel 4's The Piano, Claudia was asked by The Sun if Mika would be a Faithful or a Traitor, if he were to appear on the celebrity spin-off. Stating that he could be either, she then confirmed she was not allowed friends as she could give the entire game away. She explained: "But I cannot have a friend there, otherwise I would just say [gestures to who would be the Traitor]." The host also claimed that she would love to take part in the game herself but fears she would not be good at deceiving people confidently enough. She revealed: "I would love to play that game. I would not be very good at it but I would love to play." The Strictly Come Dancing presenter was recently pictured arriving at Inverness airport dressed casually in a pair of denim jeans, teamed with a black bomber jacket. She accessorised her look with a green scarf. It remains unknown if she was under strict instruction by bosses to maintain a low profile but onlookers claimed that while she appered in a good mood, she coyly engaged with the crowd as she went through baggage reclaim. She was joined by a male pal and the pair headed towards their vehicle.
Wales Online
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
The strict Celebrity Traitors rules Charlotte Church and co-stars must follow ahead of filming
The strict Celebrity Traitors rules Charlotte Church and co-stars must follow ahead of filming BBC bosses have issued a number of strict rules to the cast of Celebrity Traitors as they land in the Scottish Highlands Filming for Celebrity Traitors has kicked off, with the star-studded cast descending on Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands. Production on the much-anticipated spin-off got underway this week, with the celebrities set to put their detective skills to the test as they attempt to root out a group of traitors among them. Several big names have been spotted arriving at Inverness Airport, including Jonathan Ross, Tom Daley, Charlotte Church, Stephen Fry, Alan Carr and David Olusoga. Article continues below Other high-profile figures set to appear in the new series include Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway, rugby player Joe Marler, YouTuber Niko Omilana and Line of Duty's Mark Bonnar. The line-up is rounded out by comedians Joe Wilkinson and Lucy Beaumont, presenter Clare Balding, EastEnders star Tameka Empson, and acclaimed actresses Celia Imrie and Ruth Codd, reports OK! The BBC has enforced strict rules ahead of filming Celebrity Traitors (Image: BBC / Studio Lambert ) To maintain the show's mystery, the BBC has implemented a number of strict rules on set. The Sun reports that the broadcaster has seized the celebrities' phones, with security keeping a close eye to prevent any collusion ahead of filming. Before the cameras started rolling, the stars were kept separate in a hotel, with a source revealing to the publication that there are no special privileges being granted. "The BBC aren't taking any chances with the contestants - even though they're household names. They are all holed up in a hotel together but they are being kept apart with a security guard on their floor at all times to make sure they're not swapping tactics or talking," an insider explained. "In the normal series of The Traitors, the contestants' phones are removed and there have been no special measures put in place for the celebs." Celebrity Traitors is being filmed at Ardross Castle near Inverness (Image: BBC/Studio Lambert/LLARA PLAZA ) The source continued: "Some of them moaned about not having their phone but the BBC need to be sure they're not messaging or communicating on social media - so it's a total ban. Instead the BBC have a production phone for the celebs which they can use to make a phone call home, but a member of staff is never far behind. "The BBC want this series to be as explosive as ever, so they won't allow any collusion." Claudia Winkleman is set to return as the host of the popular programme, which debuted in the UK three years ago. Article continues below Since then, the format has seen international versions in the US and Australia, featuring personalities such as Chrishell Stause, Dylan Efron, John Bercow and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, who have all tried their hand at the game's strategic deception. Celebrity Traitors will air on BBC One later this year
