Richard E. Grant and Myha’la were banished during roundtable votes as tensions flared, with the prize fund growing to £6,000.
Richard E. Grant’s Dramatic Exit
Richard E. Grant’s tenure as a Traitor ended abruptly after he accidentally revealed his identity during a conversation with comedian Joe Lycett, placing a target on his back. At the first Round Table, 16 out of 20 votes banished him, marking a historic moment for the series. I have always wanted to be a Traitor, as you know. Sometimes in life your dreams do come true, and sometimes they don’t,
Grant said before confessing, I am an unfaithful Traitor!
His exit left fans stunned, with many calling him the worst Traitor in history
on social media.
Grant’s slip-up, described as completely catastrophically idiotic
in his exit interview, became one of the show’s most memorable moments. I can only imagine the faces of the producers looking at each other and mouthing,
he added, referencing the shock of his teammates. His banishment set the stage for new alliances, as host Claudia Winkleman noted, Players, this has never happened before.
Your first try and you’ve got one!
The 69-year-old actor received 16 of 20 votes in the first roundtable, with fans expressing disappointment on platforms like X.
Grant’s exit interview also included a reflection on his decision to join the Traitors. I’d watched every iteration that I possibly could have of this game, and I was manifesting, willing myself to get invited to be a Traitor, so receiving that… well, I lost all sense of self-control,
he said. The episode’s first roundtable marked a milestone for the series, with Grant becoming the first player to be unmasked.
Myha’la’s Emotional Banishment
The episode’s climax saw the Traitors recruit Hannah Fry, sparking confusion at breakfast. Myha’la, an actress, became the second player banished during the episode. Inside, they found money and sought-after shields.
They bagged £6,000 for the prize fund, and only Ms Jame walked away with a shield,
reported Daily Mail.
Myha’la’s emotional defense included a tearful recount of the crypt events, where she attempted to justify her actions. I’ve heard my name a whole bunch today,
she acknowledged, as others struggled to reconcile her behavior. The revelation left the group in shock, with BBC noting that the decision backfired, giving the Traitors a much-needed victory. Myha’la’s banishment followed suspicions about her prior support for Grant, including a suspicious wink
before his exit, which she later denied.
Next Steps and Fan Reactions
James Acaster, a comedian and Traitor, suggested Blunt for a unique reason: It would make my life easier,
he said, because every time someone says ‘James,’ I’m turning around, and half the time, it’s for him.
The episode’s next broadcast is scheduled for Friday, October 9, at 8pm BST on BBC One and iPlayer.
The show’s second series sees 21 celebrities battling it out in the Scottish castle, with the prize fund growing as alliances shift and betrayals unfold. The Traitors, led by Maya Jama and James Acaster, have recruited Hannah Fry, while the Faithfuls continue to challenge their schemes.