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Rock ‘n’ roll star and beloved romcom actor rumoured for Celebrity Traitors 2026

Alan Carr breaks down in tears at final Celebrity Traitors round table
  • The upcoming series of Celebrity Traitors is attracting considerable speculation regarding its star-studded cast, set to air on the BBC later this year.
  • Actors Hugh Bonneville and Oscar nominee Richard E Grant are reportedly being considered, with Grant having previously expressed his keen interest in the show.
  • Romcom star Hugh Grant and former EastEnders actor Danny Dyer are also among those tipped to join, with Dyer reportedly changing his mind after initially declining.
  • Television presenter Alison Hammond and comedian Jason Manford are said to be in talks, while Liam Gallagher confirmed he has been approached by the BBC.
  • Former Girls Aloud singer Cheryl Tweedy and This Country star Daisy May Cooper, who reportedly dropped out of the first series, are also being courted by producers.
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