James Acaster Denies 'Fabricated' Co-star Complaints

James Acaster has publicly refuted claims that he complained about "macho banter" from his co-stars, Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan, during the filming of The Celebrity Traitors. Appearing on Alan Carr's Life's A Beach Podcast, Acaster expressed disbelief at a newspaper report, calling the allegations "completely fabricated."

Acaster clarified that he has been friends with Beckett and Ranganathan for over a decade and found them to be "lovely" throughout the show. He stated that their agents, along with his own, all confirmed the claims were untrue before the newspaper published the story.

The newspaper had quoted a supposed "snitch" on the show, alleging that Acaster had become annoyed and upset by the teasing, feeling singled out. Further reports suggested jokes were made about Acaster's middle-class background.

In response, the BBC issued a firm denial, stating that claims of teasing and complaints were "categorically untrue" and that there was no evidence to support such allegations. Acaster also shared an anecdote about admitting he was a traitor to Jerry Hall, though this scene did not make the final edit.