Celebrity Traitors winner Alan Carr opened up about the emotional drama involving his friend and co-star Paloma Faith, which became a major topic of discussion on the BBC reality series.
Alan admitted that betraying Paloma was "awful" and confessed it "hurt" him deeply. Speaking live on the spin-off show Uncloaked, he expressed how sorry he was to Paloma.
“It was awful. So awful, and weird because I love Paloma. I'm a fan of her music, I've been a fan of her for ages and we're friends, it absolutely, really hurt.”
Paloma shared her sadness and became emotional as she explained why, despite the betrayal, Alan was deserving of his win.
Early in the series, Paloma was eliminated when she was "murdered in plain sight" by the Traitors, a moment that left her furious once she discovered Alan was behind it.
After Paloma’s elimination, each star who was subsequently eliminated often reacted with shock and questioned how Alan could betray such a close friend. This tense dynamic became a recurring theme for both participants and viewers.
When Alan was announced the winner, securing prize money for his charity and beating fellow contestants David Olusoga and Nick Mohammed, he broke down, overwhelmed by guilt and the weight of his deceit.
Alan Carr’s heartfelt apology and Paloma Faith’s emotional response highlight the complex friendships tested on Celebrity Traitors, demonstrating how the show blends competition with real personal stakes.
Author’s note: Alan Carr’s candid reflections reveal the emotional toll of reality TV friendships strained by competition and betrayal.