Tears, tension, and betrayal as the game’s first funeral leaves stars shaken and alliances broken

The tension in The Celebrity Traitors reached fever pitch in its second episode as chaos, betrayal and gothic theatre collided complete with a dramatic funeral, emotional confessions and suspicions tearing through the celebrity castle.

After the record-breaking premiere, which drew 6.1 million live viewers, the second instalment of the BBC reality hit proved even more gripping. With Claudia Winkleman once again presiding over the mayhem, the latest round saw comedian Alan Carr make a fatal misstep that could cost him everything.

At the centre of the drama was a shocking “murder” the first celebrity to be eliminated in the game of deception. Viewers were left gasping as it was revealed that Carr had “killed” singer Paloma Faith, his real-life friend, during the night-time plotting session.

After a suspenseful buildup, Carr was shown gently brushing a hair from Faith’s face the secret signal that sealed her fate. When the betrayal was finally revealed, his regret was immediate. “I’ve gone and murdered one of my best friends. It broke my heart,” Carr admitted, visibly shaken.

His fellow Traitor, Jonathan Ross, was far less sentimental, dismissing Carr’s guilt with a cutting “Toughen up.” The sharp contrast between the two comedians hinted at potential cracks in their alliance and perhaps at Carr’s weakening composure under pressure.

The funeral sequence that followed was pure Traitors spectacle. Under dark skies and eerie choral music, Claudia Winkleman appeared on horseback as the surviving players gathered in mourning attire. The BBC delivered on every ounce of theatrical flair, with rain falling on cue and whispers of paranoia rippling through the group.

Among the Faithful, tensions soared as suspicions began to circle around Kate Garraway. The Good Morning Britain presenter found herself on increasingly shaky ground after a series of awkward exchanges and hesitant defences during the group discussions. Her quiet demeanour was read by some as guilt, by others as fear. Either way, she seemed perilously close to being voted out.

Meanwhile, back in the Traitors’ secret conclave, Alan Carr appeared rattled. His remorse over Faith’s elimination clashed with Ross’s ruthlessly strategic approach. Observers were quick to note how Carr’s expressive reactions could betray his role if he wasn’t careful — potentially marking him as the next target of suspicion.

The Round Table debate brought the episode to a tense crescendo. With accusations flying and the Faithful desperate to root out a traitor, the scene ended on a cliffhanger that left fans eager for next week’s resolution. The combination of celebrity egos, emotional manipulation, and psychological warfare made for high drama — even by Traitors standards.

Episode two also proved that the celebrity edition has successfully captured the balance between absurd entertainment and genuine tension that made the original series a hit. The presence of household names only amplifies the stakes as friendships, reputations, and pride collide in the quest for survival.

If Alan Carr hoped to charm his way through the game, this episode suggests his strategy might be backfiring. His visible guilt and unpredictable emotions have already drawn attention, while Kate Garraway’s quiet panic could make her the next casualty.

One thing is certain: The Celebrity Traitors is proving as cut-throat and compelling as fans hoped. With funerals, feuds, and famous faces fighting for dominance, it’s become essential Thursday-night viewing and no one, not even the nation’s most beloved comedians, is safe.