Veteran actress Celia Imrie, aged 73, dropped a bombshell during last night’s gripping episode of Celebrity Traitors, confessing to host Jonathan Ross that she harbors “a bit of a crush” on him. The revelation came amidst the tense atmosphere of the roundtable discussion, where Imrie, a star of this year’s Thursday Murder Club, voted to banish Ross, suspecting the 64-year-old presenter could be one of the secret traitors.
Imrie, with a illustrious five-decade career in film and television, admitted her mixed feelings, saying, “This is a bit tricky because I’ve got a bit of a crush on you right now, but I put you Jonathan because I think you have the chutzpah and brilliance to be a traitor.” Her bold confession sent ripples through the episode, adding a layer of intrigue to the already dramatic show.
The episode saw heated debates at the roundtable, culminating in a deadlock between Scottish actor Mark Bonnar and historian David Olusoga, who received equal votes for banishment. Host Claudia Winkleman announced that the outcome would be decided by chance, leaving viewers on edge as the episode concluded without revealing the banished contestant. The roundtable discussions are a cornerstone of Celebrity Traitors, where contestants debate to uncover the secret traitors who convene at night to orchestrate their next “murder” in a bid to claim the charity prize pot from the faithfuls.
Imrie has been a standout in the series, with several moments going viral. One unforgettable scene saw her audibly pass wind during a high-pressure mission in a cabin, sparking laughter from fellow contestants and viewers nationwide. Another viral clip featured Imrie mimicking a banshee’s wail down a well during a challenge, which quickly became a meme. Her comedic timing shone again when comedian Lucy Beaumont quipped, “You know what you do in a well, don’t you?” to which Imrie cheekily replied, “Put the pussy in,” prompting more laughs.
Until Imrie’s accusation, the traitors—Jonathan Ross, comedian Alan Carr, and singer Cat Burns—had largely evaded suspicion. However, her pointed vote may signal that the faithfuls are closing in on their elusive rivals. The traitors’ latest move saw them “murder” Welsh singer Charlotte Church, aged 39, in a plot hatched during the previous episode. Reflecting on her elimination, Church said, “I thought I was going to be murdered. I’m outspoken at the round table, and I’m outspoken with my opinions, not that I was successful in being much of a threat to the traitors. But as the game progressed, I hope that I would’ve been. I hope that that’s why they’ve gotten rid of me. Well played traitors.”
As the faithfuls grow more suspicious, the question remains: are the traitors’ days numbered, or will their cunning keep them one step ahead? With Imrie’s charm, wit, and now her shocking revelation, Celebrity Traitors continues to captivate audiences, leaving them eagerly awaiting the next twist.