The BBC has officially announced the full cast for Celebrity Traitors series 2 but fans have been left disappointed after one star didn’t make the final line-up
The Celebrity Traitors series two line-up has finally been unveiled, though some viewers have expressed disappointment after a beloved pop star was notably “missing” from this year’s announcement.
The BBC’s hit programme is due to return later this year, with a host of well-known faces heading to the Scottish Highlands at Ardross Castle this weekend to begin filming.
This year’s roster includes Coronation Street legend Julie Hesmondhalgh, EastEnders favourite Ross Kemp, Little Mix’s Leigh-Anne, and Brit Award-winning musician James Blunt.
Also joining the cast are BBC presenter Amol Rajan, The Last of Us actress Bella Ramsey, comedian James Acaster, Love Island host Maya Jama, Industry actress Myha’la and BBC mathematics expert Professor Hannah Fry.
Rounding out the ensemble are comedy talents Joanne McNally and Joe Lycett, alongside social media personality King Kenny, reports the Liverpool Echo.
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Rob Beckett will be providing the laughs with his television companion Romesh Ranganathan, My Mad Fat Diary star Sharon Rooney, and Game of Thrones actor Sebastian Croft.
Completing the cast are Jerry Hall, Miranda Hart, Michael Sheen and Richard E Grant.
Despite the impressive array of talent entering the castle, audiences at home have been left deflated upon learning that pop icon Cheryl Tweedy failed to secure a place on the show.
It was previously reported that the 42 year old had been approached to participate. The singer has maintained a low profile in recent years, leaving fans eager to see her return to their television screens.
One fan posted on X: “Celeb traitors cast reveal but there’s no Cheryl.” Another remarked: “Celeb traitors lineup is gorg but still missing Cheryl.” A third stated: “Noooooo! No Cheryl on Celeb Traitors!!!”
Another fan complained: “The fact I only recognise 3 people on here is outrageous, bring more people that are more popular and known!”
One declared: “Needs more celebrities like the last series and more actors for it to work! To many comedians.” Another contributed: “Too many comedians. Series 1 of #CelebrityTraitors had such a good cast that maybe it’s unmatchable.”
Nevertheless, other fans have been thoroughly impressed by the line-up, with one saying: “I thought the first series would be tough to beat, but this whole line up is incredible.”
Another enthused: “whhhhhhhaaaaaaaaaaattttyy yes yes yes yessssss!!!!!! I LOVE THIS SO MUCH!!!!”
The Celebrity Traitors will be coming to BBC One and BBC iPlayer later in 2026.
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