In a scathing takedown that’s got the telly world buzzing, Harry Potter icon Miriam Margolyes has unleashed her unfiltered fury on the BBC’s glittering new hit, Celebrity Traitors. The actress, beloved for her role as the earthy Professor Pomona Sprout in the wizarding saga, didn’t mince words when revealing she flat-out rejected an invite to join the star-packed betrayal bonanza. “I can’t think of anything I’d rather LESS do,” she roared. “No, I’m not into that. I’ve never watched it, I don’t intend to watch it.” Talk about a spellbinding snub!
The high-stakes celebrity showdown is currently dominating BBC One with twice-weekly episodes, where 19 A-list icons are locked in a cutthroat battle as Faithfuls or sneaky Traitors, all vying to snag a massive cash prize for charity. Hosted by the ever-charismatic Claudia Winkleman, the lineup is a who’s who of British showbiz: chat show king Jonathan Ross, comedy legend Alan Carr, and national treasure Stephen Fry lead the charge in this deceptive drama.
But Margolyes? She’s having none of it. “There are some jolly good people doing it,” she conceded with her trademark candor, “and if they want to do it for money, well, that’s fair enough. But you won’t get me on it!” Her brutal honesty has left producers reeling—and fans cackling. Who needs a wand when you’ve got words this sharp?
Betrayals, Banishments, and Non-Stop Drama: Who’s Out and Who’s Scheming?
The action is exploding faster than a Firebolt in flight. Three celebs have already been dramatically eliminated:
- Soulful songstress Paloma Faith
- Diving gold medalist Tom Daley
- Wednesday star Ruth Codd
Not to mention three more voted off in suspicion-fueled showdowns:
- Prankster YouTuber Niko Omilana
- EastEnders soap queen Tameka Empson
- Sports broadcasting powerhouse Clare Balding
And the real Traitors? Drumroll… Jonathan Ross, Alan Carr, and rising pop sensation Cat Burns—handpicked at the series kickoff. But Ross is under the microscope after a colossal slip-up: he vowed an “alliance” with Niko, Clare, and Ruth… only to immediately betray Niko with his banishment vote. The Faithfuls are circling—will the talk show titan survive the next round table?
Claudia’s Cheeky Clues: Bosses Hit the Brakes!
Presenter Claudia Winkleman spilled the beans on her behind-the-scenes mischief, admitting she slipped “big clues” to the celebs during challenges. “I couldn’t help myself!” she laughed. But it backfired spectacularly—the show’s bosses yanked her in for a telling-off. “They were not happy,” Claudia revealed, adding fuel to the frenzy.
What’s Next in This Wizardly Whirlwind of Deceit?
Hold your breath, Potterheads and plot-twisters! New episodes drop twice a week—Wednesdays and Thursdays on BBC One. With nine pulse-pounding installments in the celebrity series (and a whopping 12 for the civilian version), the betrayals are just heating up. Will Ross’s alliance implode? Can Cat and Alan stay hidden? And could Margolyes’ savage shade inspire more stars to bail?
One thing’s certain: Celebrity Traitors is the must-watch TV event of the year—unless you’re Miriam Margolyes. Her loathing is legendary, her statement stunningly brutal, and the drama? Pure magic. Tune in… if you dare!