It’s back! Another epic season of everybody’s favourite sleuth-based show, Traitors.

The new series kicks off on New Year’s Day, 1 January 2026, at 8 pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

So, what’s the latest gossip? Two brand-new Welsh contestants are joining the challenge-based show, putting their skills to the test in spotting liars—and seeing who can get away with a fib.

So, who’s talking to fringed icon Claudia…? Say hello to Hugo from Cardiff and Fiona from Swansea.

Competitive Fiona from Swansea is ready to give it her all (Image: BBC)

Fiona, 62, a local government officer from Swansea, is one of the new Welsh contestants on The Traitors.

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