Alan Carr, the winner of Celebrity Traitors, opened up about the difficult moment involving his friend and co-star Paloma Faith on the BBC series. He described betraying Paloma as "awful" and admitted that it "hurt" him deeply.
During the spin-off show Uncloaked, Alan apologized directly to Paloma, saying he was "so sorry." Paloma, who had been emotionally shaken after being "murdered" by the Traitors in front of everyone, shared her sadness but also expressed why Alan deserved to win despite the betrayal.
"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’s elimination was a turning point in the show, sparking anger when it was revealed that Alan was responsible. Each contestant who was eliminated afterwards questioned how Alan could betray someone he was close to. This theme resonated strongly with viewers and participants alike.
After Alan was announced as the winner, securing the prize money for his chosen charity, he broke down with overwhelming emotions, feeling guilty about having to deceive his friends throughout the game. Despite the complex feelings, his win was celebrated by fans and peers.
Alan Carr’s heartfelt apology highlights the emotional challenges behind the betrayal in Celebrity Traitors, showing the personal cost of the game beyond the prize.