“The star, who is best known for her role in My Mad Fat Diary, is among 21 celebrities heading to a Scottish Highland castle for the chance to win up to £100,000 for charity.” This quote highlights Sharon Rooney’s participation in the upcoming second series of Celebrity Traitors.
The new season will unfold in a picturesque castle set against the backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. The reality competition format challenges contestants to identify and vote out traitors among them while competing for a charitable cause.
The first series of Celebrity Traitors achieved remarkable success, averaging 14.9 million viewers, with its finale peaking at 15.4 million viewers. Alan Carr emerged victorious as a Traitor, captivating audiences across the UK.
This season promises an exciting mix of presenters, comedians, actors, and musicians. Notable figures joining Rooney include Richard E Grant, Miranda Hart, and Michael Sheen. The show will be hosted by Claudia Winkleman.
Key details about Celebrity Traitors 2:
- 21 celebrities will compete in total.
- The show aims to raise funds for various charities.
- Contestants will try to identify traitors among them through strategic gameplay.
Following a successful first series that saw millions tuning in, producers aim to replicate that excitement with this new installment. Viewers can look forward to the premiere scheduled for autumn 2026.
Adam Rutherford is a Senior Football Correspondent at News-UK. He spent his early career filing match reports across the North West. He focuses on the Premier League, the EFL and the England national side and is known for clear, deadline-driven reporting. He holds a degree in Sports Journalism from Manchester Metropolitan University and completed an NCTJ diploma. Now based in Manchester, he coaches a youth team and watches grassroots football. “Every transfer window hides a dozen real stories.”
