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Celebrity Traitors: Who's Paid What?
2 Oct
Summary
- Celebrity Traitors cast members receive payment for their participation.
- Reportedly, stars earned £40,000 each in the previous season.
- Contestants also compete to win up to £100,000 for charity.
The second season of the BBC reality show Celebrity Traitors has viewers on the edge of their seats, following the deception and strategic gameplay of its celebrity contestants. This season features actor Richard E. Grant and Love Island host Maya Jama as the initial Traitors, who later enlisted comedian James Acaster into their scheme. The show's return has sparked significant public interest, particularly concerning the compensation received by its famous participants.
It has been reported that the cast members of Celebrity Traitors are indeed paid for their appearance. Last year's contestants, including prominent figures like Stephen Fry and Paloma Faith, were allegedly each paid a flat fee of £40,000, amounting to a substantial £760,000 distributed by the BBC. However, some reports suggest that individual pay may vary, with one former participant receiving £30,000.
Beyond their appearance fees, the celebrities are competing for a grand prize of up to £100,000. This prize money is not for personal gain but is designated to be donated to a charity of the winner's choice, adding a philanthropic element to the competitive nature of the show. The game is currently underway, with viewers eager to see if the Traitors will be unmasked.
