BBC's Celebrity Traitors Faces Backlash Over Secret Casting Rule
The highly anticipated second season of Celebrity Traitors on the BBC is already generating controversy, as a previously undisclosed casting rule has come to light. According to television personality Charlotte Crosby, the production team enforces a strict policy that excludes reality TV stars from participating in the star-studded spin-off series.
Charlotte Crosby's Revelations on the Selection Process
In a recent interview, the 35-year-old Geordie Shore star disclosed that her agent confirmed the existence of this rule during discussions about her potential involvement. "I would love to do that, but you do know they've got a no reality rule. That is a genuine fact," Crosby stated emphatically. She elaborated that this restriction is not unique to Celebrity Traitors, noting that other major shows have implemented similar policies in the past.
Crosby remains optimistic that the BBC might eventually reconsider this stance, drawing parallels with I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!, which initially avoided reality stars before expanding its casting pool. "They'll have this rule for maybe three or four series and then they might have to break the mould a bit. As soon as they do, I will be there with my cloak," she declared with characteristic enthusiasm.
Pressure Mounts for a High-Calibre Season Two Line-Up
The revelation comes at a critical time for the BBC, which faces significant pressure to assemble an impressive cast for the upcoming season. The inaugural series featured an extraordinary array of talent, including:
- Sir Stephen Fry
- Celia Imrie
- Jonathan Ross
- Cat Burns
- Winner Alan Carr
Sir Stephen Fry, who had previously vowed never to appear on reality television, explained his change of heart by describing the show as "the most revealing thing I have ever seen about the human mind." He praised the programme's exploration of vulnerability, deception, and human psychology as genuinely thrilling.
Mixed Reactions from Potential Contestants
Not all celebrities share Fry's enthusiasm for the format. The Apprentice star Baroness Karren Brady confirmed she had been approached but declined the invitation, citing scheduling conflicts and her existing professional commitments. "I have a full-time job and The Apprentice is filmed just in my sweet spot in the summer when the football season is over, so I can just about fit in. But that's it," she explained during a recent appearance.
Meanwhile, speculation continues to swirl around which famous faces might ultimately appear in the castle. Rumoured contestants for season two include:
- Danny Dyer
- Jamie Oliver
- Cheryl Cole
- Alison Hammond
- Ruth Jones
BBC Maintains Silence on Casting Controversy
When approached for comment regarding Crosby's claims and the alleged casting restrictions, the BBC declined to provide any official statement. This silence has only intensified public curiosity about the selection criteria for what promises to be another blockbuster season of psychological gameplay and celebrity intrigue.
The original Celebrity Traitors series remains available for streaming on BBC iPlayer, with the second season expected to premiere in late 2026. As anticipation builds, the debate over who qualifies as a suitable contestant continues to dominate discussions among fans and industry observers alike.
