Derek Martin, actor best known as EastEnders icon Charlie Slater, dies aged 92
The star also appeared in King and Castle and short-lived soap Eldorado.
Actor Derek Martin has died at the age of 92. The East-End London-born actor was best known for his role as the loveable taxi cab driver and family man Charlie Slater in EastEnders, a role he played from 2000 to 2011 before return guest appearances in 2013 and 2016. In a statement shared on social media, the EastEnders team said: "We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Derek Martin. "From the moment he arrived, Derek’s portrayal of Charlie Slater instantly cemented him in the hearts of the audience, as the head of one of EastEnders' most iconic families. "Charlie would do anything for his family, and much like his character, Derek would do the same for those around him. Derek was deeply loved by all those that worked with him at EastEnders and will always be remembered with great fondness. Our love and thoughts are with his family and friends." Martin had begun his showbiz career as a stunt performer in series such as Doctor Who before moving into television and film. He portrayed Detective Inspector Fred Pyall opposite fellow future EastEnders star Peter Dean in the 1978 series Law & Order. After this, Martin played Det. Insp. Berwick in The Chinese Detective and then a turn as ex-policeman Ronald King in The Sweeney creator Ian Kennedy Martin's show King and Castle from 1985 to 1988. Martin went on to have numerous television guest appearances on iconic series such as Upstairs, Downstairs, Doctor Who, and The Bill. The role of Charlie Slater came Martin's way in the year 2000, having previously auditioned for the roles of Den Watts and Frank Butcher, and he landed the part of the Slater family patriarch. For over a decade in the BBC One soap, Charlie steered the clan through numerous storylines, such as the reveal that his daughter Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) was actually his granddaughter, the product of an abusive relationship between his daughter Kat Slater (Jessie Wallace) and his brother Harry Slater, played by Michael Elphick. Charlie also supported his daughter Lynne Slater (Elaine Lordan) through her marital dramas, his daughter Little Mo Morgan (Kacey Ainsworth) surviving domestic abuse and being raped, and his niece Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) being diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The character also had a short-lived romance with Salvation Army member Brenda Boyle (Carmel Cryan) and with a Russian conwoman named Orlenda (former Doctor Who companion Mary Tamm). Charlie Slater was written out of the soap in 2011 as part of the controversial Baby Swap storyline under executive producer Bryan Kirkwood. In the story, Kat blamed Charlie for not paying attention while babysitting her newborn son, Tommy Moon, on New Year's Eve 2010, and he appeared to die of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. This tragedy saw Charlie leave Walford via a tearful goodbye at Walford East tube station's platform. The character made a short-lived return in April that same year for the conclusion of the story and to fully reconcile with Kat upon her discovery that Tommy was still alive and had been abducted by a mentally unwell Ronnie Branning (Samantha Womack) after she swapped him out for her own deceased newborn son, James. View oEmbed on the source website Under executive producer Dominic Treadwell Collins, Martin later reprised the role on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 2013 as Charlie joined the Moon-Slater clan to celebrate the festive season. Finally, Charlie made one final return in 2016 following the birth of Stacey's son, Arthur Fowler and just as Kat discovered that when she gave birth to Zoe as a teenager, she had actually given birth to twins, and so had a secret son that had been kept from her. The family turmoil resulted in Charlie suffering a fatal heart attack brought on by stress and dying after telling Kat that he loved her. Speaking on Lorraine following his character's death scenes, Martin said: "I spoke to Dominic [Treadwell Collins], the executive producer, and he explained and said he'd give me a good send off. "In a way, it's closure, after 11 years, which for an actor is wonderful. Then I only had a couple of bits the last two years."
Call the Midwife cast: Who stars in season 15?
Helen George and the stars of Call the Midwife return.
It's 2026, which means it's time to return to Poplar for a new season of Call the Midwife, with Nonnatus House facing threats from changes to the National Health Service. "It looks as if they'll have to fall in line with the NHS and what the council want of them," explained Jenny Agutter (Sister Julienne), with demands that the nuns wear official uniforms instead of their usual habits. "That's fine in itself but it's actually a bigger question, which is that Sister Julienne sees the nuns as being missionaries in the East End, serving a community," she added. "And she, as a nun, is very much aware of the fact that the first service they have is to God, a higher order than the council. The habit is very much to do with showing that they are a part of serving the community. So it's not just a matter of identification, it's a matter of knowing what one's role is and what they're meant to be doing and feeling that one's no longer wanted." Agutter continued, saying that "it's a conundrum because if Nonnatus House goes, then a lot of the services that are a part of it go, too". <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2026/01/Call-the-Mifdwife-7b51a31.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="Four nuns in blue habits gather in a dimly lit chapel, holding open prayer books. One elderly nun sits at the centre with a walking stick and a book on her lap, while the others stand behind her reading aloud beside a lit candle and wooden chairs." title="Call the Midwife s15" /> This season will also deal with the Women's Lib movement, as well as "premature births, placenta previa, kidney cancer, tuberculosis and slavery." On the lighter side of things, Zephryn Taitte has confirmed that Cyril and Rosalind "get really close, really quickly," but added that they will face "an unexpected turn". Ahead of Cyril meeting Rosalind's parents, Taitte explained that "he has to wrestle with her parents and how they may view him and judge him, rightly or wrong," adding "so, there's a lot for Cyril to contend with this season. There's love, but it's bittersweet." Natalie Quarry noted that the pair will be "tested" by what's in store, forcing her own character to "grow up a lot". "It changes her perspective on some stuff, and there's good and there's bad. It's a big year for her, an exciting year." Read more: Call the Midwife movie gets major update – including "likely" overseas location to TV far away from Poplar Call the Midwife legend Judy Parfitt reveals the show’s upcoming hiatus "shakes" her a bit: "It'll be hard for all of us" And beyond all that, we've got a whole host of familiar faces returning for season 15, with some new guest stars on the way too. So, for the full details on the Call the Midwife cast, read on. Call the Midwife cast Helen George as Trixie Aylward Stephen McGann as Dr Turner Laura Main as Shelagh Turner Jenny Agutter as Sister Julienne Linda Bassett as Nurse Crane Judy Parfitt as Sister Monica Joan Rebecca Gethings as Sister Veronica Renee Bailey as Joyce Highland Natalie Quarry as Rosalind Clifford Molly Vevers plays Sister Catherine Georgie Glen as Miss Higgins Zephryn Taitte as Cyril Robinson Annabelle Apsion as Violet Buckle Cliff Parisi as Fred Buckle Daniel Laurie as Reggie Jackson Christopher Harper as Geoffrey Franklin Max Macmillan as Timothy Turner April Rae Hoang as May Tang Alice Brown as Angela Turner Edward Shaw as Teddy Turner Linda Hargreeves as Mrs Wallace Dame Vanessa Redgrave as the voice of Jennifer Worth For more information about the cast of Call the Midwife, read on. Helen George plays Trixie Franklin <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2026/01/Trixie-Call-the-Midwife-024a714.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="A woman with a blonde bob haircut, dressed in a dark tailored suit, stands outside a brick building holding a brown leather briefcase. She glances back over her shoulder towards the camera beside a set of large dark wooden doors, with a sign on the wall reading “Board of Health, Health Department, Borough of Tower Hamlets, London" title="Call the Midwife s15" /> Who is Trixie Aylward? A capable and talented member of the Nonnatus House team. She is a recovering alcoholic, something that reared its head when her marriage was put under great strain due to financial troubles. At the end of season 13, Trixie left London to live in New York with her husband Matthew, who is exploring a new business opportunity there. She now divides her time between the Big Apple and Poplar, where she's taken on a more managerial role at Nonnatus House – although she still loves being a midwife. What else has Helen George been in? Helen George has been with Call the Midwife since day one. Her other TV appearances have included Red Dwarf, Nativity Rocks!, Doctors and Hotel Babylon, and in 2015 she came sixth in Strictly Come Dancing with her pro partner Aljaz Skorjanec. Helen actually also met her partner Jack Ashton when they co-starred in Call the Midwife; he played the Reverend Tom until the end of season 7 and they have two daughters, Wren and Lark. Stephen McGann plays Patrick Turner <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/Dr-Turner-3fff8ed.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="Two men stand in a small, sunlit medical office, facing each other on either side of an illuminated X-ray. The man on the left, dressed in a beige waistcoat and rolled-up shirt sleeves, looks concerned as he studies the image. The man on the right, wearing a green military uniform, listens intently with his hands clasped in front of him. Behind them, anatomical drawings hang on the wall above the X-ray viewer, while medical trays, books, and equipment sit on nearby shelves and desks." title="Call the Midwife" /> Who is Patrick Turner? The local GP, who works closely with Nonnatus House. He is devoted to his job and works tirelessly to serve the people of Poplar. Dr Turner is married to Shelagh and they have four children. What else has Stephen McGann been in? Stephen McGann is actually married to Call the Midwife creator and writer Heidi Thomas. He is also the brother of Doctor Who actor Paul McGann, and like his character Dr Turner, he is a man of science – having studied for a Masters in Science Communication and written a book, Flesh and Blood, based on the personal and medical history of his family. McGann previously played Sean Reynolds in Emmerdale. Laura Main plays Shelagh Turner <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/11/Call-the-Midwife-1e5f25e.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="A cheerful scene shows three adults standing side by side in a festively decorated room. The man on the left is smiling broadly and wearing a green paper Christmas crown, a beige waistcoat, and rolled-up shirt sleeves. In the centre, a woman in glasses and a sleeveless floral dress laughs warmly. On the right, another woman in a bright pink patterned dress smiles, hands clasped. Red and green balloons and streamers hang around them, adding to the celebratory atmosphere." title="Call the Midwife" /> Who is Shelagh Turner? When we first met her, she was Sister Bernadette – but then she gave up being a nun and left the Order to marry Dr Turner. The Turners now have four children together (adopted and biological), and Shelagh continues to work closely with Nonnatus House; she often steps in to work as a midwife or lend a hand when help is needed. What else has Laura Main been in? Laura Main's acting career has mainly been in theatre, after she first starred in a production of The Sound of Music at the age of 11; recently she played Princess Fiona in the UK tour of Shrek The Musical. On TV, she's played DC Alison Bain in ITV’s Murder City and starred as Rebecca Howlett in TV mini-series The Mill. Jenny Agutter plays Sister Julienne <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/Jenny-Agutter-plays-Sister-Julienne-4157481.jpg" width="4283" height="2855" alt="Two women smile warmly as they lean out of an open window in a brick building. One wears a white nun’s habit and cross necklace, while the other wears patterned everyday clothing. Decorative iron window bars frame them as they look outside together." title="Call the Midwife s15" /> Who is Sister Julienne? The big boss at Nonnatus House. She is highly-respected by her team of midwives, who trust her judgement and guidance. Mother Mildred is her superior, but within Nonnatus House she leads the nuns of the Order. What else has Jenny Agutter been in? Having begun her career as a child actress in The Railway Children and East of Sudan, Jenny Agutter won an Emmy for her performance in 1971's The Snow Goose and a BAFTA for 1977 movie Equus. She starred in Logan's Run, Amy, An American Werewolf in London, and many more – but having quit Hollywood in the 1990s, she moved home to Britain and appeared in The Railway Children again – this time as the mother in a 2000 TV adaptation. Her more recent credits have included Sometimes Always Never (alongside Bill Nighy), Queen of the Desert, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, and Avengers Assemble. Linda Bassett plays Phyllis Crane <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/Linda-Bassett-plays-Phyllis-Crane-0f11bea.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="An elderly woman with short curly hair sits at a dining table, wearing a red cardigan over a blue dress, looking serious and slightly concerned. She holds a utensil near her plate while another woman sits beside her, softly out of focus, in a warmly lit room." title="Call the Midwife s15" /> Who is Phyllis Crane? Nurse Phyllis Crane is a bit of a battle-axe but has a dry wit. She's a diligent, dedicated senior midwife who will do what it takes to protect and serve her patients. What else has Linda Bassett been in? Linda Bassett was nominated for a BAFTA for her performance as Ella Khan in the 1999 film East Is East – a role she reprised in sequel West Is West. Since then, she's played Malka Rosen in Spies of Warsaw, Queenie in Lark Rise to Candleford and Mrs Smike in The Life and Adventures of Nick Nickleby. Other credits include The Reader, Calendar Girls and Sense & Sensibility. She recently appeared in Strike: Troubled Blood. Judy Parfitt plays Sister Monica Joan Who is Sister Monica Joan? Sister Monica Joan has been a part of Call the Midwife since she opened the doors of Nonnatus House to welcome us inside for episode 1. She was one of the first women to qualify as a midwife in Britain, but is now retired and feeling the effects of dementia. Sister Monica Joan continues to live at Nonnatus House where her former colleagues care for her with love (and sometimes exasperation). She is distressed by her limitations and by her mental confusion, and needs to feel useful. What else has Judy Parfitt been in? Judy Parfitt's BAFTA-nominated performances include Maria Thins in Girl With A Pearl Earring and Mildred Layton in The Jewel In The Crown. The 84-year-old's more recent credits include Up the Women, The Game, and Little Dorrit – in which she played Mrs Clennam. Rebecca Gethings plays Sister Veronica <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/Rebecca-Gethings-plays-Sister-Veronica--9c48284.jpg" width="4283" height="2855" alt="Three women stand close together inside a shop or storeroom, looking tense and alarmed. A nun in a white habit holds a cardboard box against her chest while an older woman grips the box from the side, and another woman peers anxiously from behind a counter. In the foreground, part of another person is visible, adding to the sense of confrontation." title="Call the Midwife s15" /> Who is Sister Veronica? She joined Nonnatus House in season 12. Sister Veronica is a health visitor who was previously working in Hong Kong. "She doesn't really read social situations in the same way as other people," said Gethings. "But she means well. She puts her foot in it a lot and she ruffles feathers, but she always does it for a good reason." What else has Rebecca Gethings been in? She has appeared in David Brent: Life on the Road and period drama The Serpent Queen. Renee Bailey plays Joyce Highland <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/Renee-Bailey-plays-Joyce-Highland--945d904.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="A young woman with a rounded afro hairstyle sits at a table indoors, wearing a red cardigan over a blue dress with a white collar. She looks ahead with a calm, thoughtful expression, with softly blurred flowers in the foreground and a communal room setting behind her." title="Call the Midwife s15" /> Who is Joyce Highland? She joined Nonnatus House as a midwife in season 13. Joyce is from Trinidad, where she was in an abusive marriage. She is described as "hardworking, fiercely bright and deeply kind". Joyce's job was under threat last season when a racist woman made a complaint against her. What else has Renee Bailey been in? Her CV includes BBC/Netflix teen thriller Rebel Cheer Squad and BBC musical drama Mood. Natalie Quarry plays Rosalind Clifford <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/Natalie-Quarry-plays-Rosalind-Clifford-33145eb.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="A woman wearing a plaid coat and black gloves stands outside a building, holding a red charity donation tin and smiling gently. Behind her, people enter a hall, and a poster on an easel advertises a Hong Kong rescue appeal with a black-and-white photograph of a nun holding a child." title="Call the Midwife s15" /> Who is Rosalind Clifford? Another of Nonnatus House's midwives. Rosalind is described as "naive at times, but with an inner steeliness". She very quickly forms a bond with Joyce and is now dating Cyril. What else has Natalie Quarry been in? She has appeared in an episode of Doctors and in Donald Glover's Atlanta. Molly Vevers plays Sister Catherine Who is Sister Catherine? A newest Nonnatus House nun. Her devotion to God came at the expense of a relationship with her family, who turned their back on her when she told them she had been called to serve. But she has since reconnected with her sister. What else has Molly Vevers been in? She's best known for The Rig. Georgie Glen plays Miss Higgins Who is Miss Higgins? Miss Higgins is the receptionist at Dr Turner's surgery. She is formidable and bossy, but is also kind-hearted. She has bonded with Nurse Phyllis Crane over the years. Last season, Miss Higgins was reunited with her son, who she had to give up at birth, and also discovered she has a grandson. What else has Georgie Glen been in? Georgie Glen is one of those actresses whose face has been everywhere. Recently, she's played Princess Diana's grandmother Ruth, Lady Fermoy, in The Crown, as well as playing Lady Grenford in Hetty Feather, Pat in Sally4Ever, Sue in Behind her Eyes, Rose Kennedy in Oscar-nominated movie Jackie and the Abbess in Les Misérables. She also put in a long stint as head of history Audrey McFall in Waterloo Road. Fenella Woolgar plays Sister Hilda <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/11/CTM-S15-0c1bdce.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="Three nuns stand together in a brightly decorated room, smiling warmly. They wear simple light-coloured habits with white veils and wooden cross necklaces. Colourful balloons and streamers hang behind them, and stained-glass–style windows line the wall." title="Call the Midwife" /> Who is Sister Hilda? She left Nonnatus House in season 11 and has been residing at the Mother House ever since. What else has Fenella Woolgar been in? You might also have watched her in The Deal, The Buccaneers and Home Fires, among others. Zephryn Taitte plays Cyril Robinson <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/11/Call-the-Midwife-BBC-7d6174d.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="A woman and a man sit together on the floor of a small tiled room, leaning close and smiling warmly at each other. She wears a patterned purple dress and tights, while he wears a patterned shirt and trousers. They hold hands, their heads touching as they share an intimate, joyful moment in the soft blue-tinted light." title="Call the Midwife" /> Who is Cyril Robinson? He is originally from Guyana and is currently employed by the council but is considering other avenues. In season 8, he first laid eyes on midwife Lucille Anderson while fixing Nurse Crane's car and fell head-over-heels for her. They enjoyed a slow courtship before marrying in the 2021 Christmas Special, but she has since moved back to Jamaica and they are now divorced – with Cyril now in a relationship with Rosalind, which is going from strength to strength. What else has Zephryn Taitte been in? He played Dorian in the TV series Brothers with No Game, and has also appeared in The Hour and Doctors. Taitte’s stage work includes Nora: A Doll's House, Trust, and The Tempest. Annabelle Apsion plays Violet Buckle <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/Annabelle-Apsion-plays-Violet-Buckle-d0d7bc6.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="Two older women and several children hold hands and laugh as they dance in a circle on a grassy lawn. The scene takes place outdoors in a garden with trees and a traditional-style building in the background, while another woman stands nearby watching and smiling." title="Call the Midwife s15" /> Who is Violet Buckle? Back in season 4, Violet – a widow without children of her own – married Fred, and in season 6, Reggie joined the family. Violet runs her own haberdashery and is also the mayor of Tower Hamlets. What else has Annabelle Apsion been in? The actress starred as Monica Gallagher in Shameless and as Joy Wilton in Soldier Soldier. For Christmas 2018 she was on TV as Betty Calloway in Torvill & Dean, and in recent years she's appeared in The Village, Holby City, The Halcyon, Father Brown, and Doc Martin. Cliff Parisi plays Fred Buckle <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/11/Call-the-Midwife-8a826b4.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="Two older men walk through the interior of a ferry carrying cardboard boxes and green metal cases. One man, wearing a straw hat, glasses, suspenders, and plaid trousers, holds a box under one arm and a heavy case in his other hand. The other man, dressed in a brown three-piece suit with the jacket draped over his arm, carries a similar box and case. They appear focused and slightly strained as they navigate the narrow aisle between rows of empty wooden seats. The ferry’s interior is bright, with green railings visible outside and safety signs overhead." title="Call the Midwife" /> Who is Fred Buckle? A handyman-turned-shopkeeper. He is married to Violet and they co-parent Reggie, who has Down's Syndrome. The midwives can always count on Fred for help, no matter what. He is also Poplar's resident Father Christmas. What else has Cliff Parisi been in? The actor's most famous role is as Rick "Minty" Peterson in EastEnders, a role he held for eight years. Since then he's appeared in Hollyoaks, Midsomer Murders, and Shakespeare & Hathaway. He also starred in 2019's I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! (though he didn't get very far). Daniel Laurie plays Reggie Jackson Who is Reggie Jackson? Reggie's first appearance in Call the Midwife came in season 6. His mother had died, leaving him orphaned, which prompted the nuns and the community to step in and help him. He has Down's Syndrome and is now the ward of Fred and Violet Buckle; together they are a loving and affectionate family. What else has Daniel Laurie been in? Recently he's played Sheemie in The Dark Tower, Adam Beecher in Vera, and Zach in Finding Alice (alongside Keeley Hawes). In the TV series Back in 2016, he played the role of Jamie in the TV series Stella, and two years before that he led the cast of the Radio 4 adaptation of Charles Dickens’ Barnaby Rudge. Christopher Harper plays Geoffrey Franklin <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/Christopher-Harper-plays-Geoffrey-Franklin-d87eda4.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="Three adults sit at a dining table in a warmly lit room. A man in a light cardigan looks ahead with a gentle smile, while a nun in a blue habit smiles as she holds a cup, and an older woman in a red cardigan looks down at her plate. Glasses, tableware, and a floral arrangement fill the foreground." title="Call the Midwife s15" /> Who is Geoffrey Franklin? Trixie's brother. Geoffrey is always the life and soul of the party. What else has been in Christopher Harper? You might know him from Coronation Street. Max Macmillan plays Timothy Turner <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/Timothy-3aef999.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="A person with medium-length dark hair stands in a warmly lit kitchen, holding a green rotary phone to their ear. They are wearing a brown patterned sweater and appear to be listening intently. A vase of flowers and the phone base sit on the counter beside them, with soft background lighting and household items creating a cozy, lived-in atmosphere." title="Call the Midwife" /> Who is Timothy Turner? Patrick and Shelagh's eldest son. He was away for a while at medical school, but he's now back and lending a hand in the surgery. What else has Max Macmillan been in? This is his most notable role to date. April Rae Hoang plays May <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/April-Rae-Hoang-plays-May-744019c.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="A young girl sits on a wooden chair inside a church, holding a small knitted item in her hands. She wears a pink patterned blouse and white cardigan while an adult holds a microphone toward her, with a softly lit nativity scene and Christmas decorations blurred in the background." title="Call the Midwife s15" /> Who is May? May Tang first arrived in the 2018 Christmas special, in the arms of Miriam Margolyes's Mother Mildred who turned up at Nonnatus House with a group of Chinese child refugees who'd been sent to the UK for adoption. Sadly, May's placement fell through and her family weren't able to collect her – leaving Patrick and Shelagh Turner to take her in as a foster child. They then decided to adopt her as their daughter, although in season 9 there was an unexpected development when her biological mother re-emerged and refused to sign away her parental rights, but things have settled since then. May is best friends with her sister, Angela, who is about the same age. What else has April Rae Hoang been in? Call the Midwife is her first on-screen appearance. Alice Brown plays Angela Turner <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/Alice-Brown-plays-Angela-Turner-e671dc2.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="An adult woman smiles and leans toward two young girls as they sort through folded clothes on a table inside a hall. The girls wear matching pink blouses and white cardigans, holding knitted items, with a decorated Christmas tree and another woman working in the background." title="Call the Midwife s15" /> Who is Angela Turner? Patrick and Shelagh Turner's daughter. She was adopted as a baby in season 4, gaining an older brother in Timothy Turner (Max Macmillan); since then, the family has expanded to include a new baby brother and another adopted sister, May. What else has Alice Brown been in? Alice has been playing little Angela Turner since she was only eight months old. Back on season 6, Alice's dad told Radio Times how she ended up involved: "Annabel, my wife, just knew someone on the production and Alice’s arrival coincided with the storyline. It simply started from there." He added: "Do I now have any interest in her being a child actor in any other way? Zero interest. To be honest, we will simply enjoy playing the episodes back to her when she is older, and embarrassing her on her wedding day, and of course she now has quite a nice nest egg in her savings account.” Additional cast includes: Edward Shaw (I, Jack Wright) plays Edward 'Teddy' Turner. Linda Hargreaves (Doctors) plays Mrs Wallace. Who is the Call the Midwife narrator? Dame Vanessa Redgrave serves as the voice of Jennifer Worth. Who is Jennifer Worth? Nurse Jennifer Lee was the lead character of the first three seasons of Call the Midwife, and was played as a young woman by Jessica Raine. Following these early seasons, the character of Jennifer left the show and married her love interest Phillip Worth. As Jennifer Worth, the midwife kept in touch with her friends at Nonnatus House, and continues to narrate the events of the series as an older woman. What else has Dame Vanessa Redgrave been in? A legend of stage and screen, Dame Vanessa Redgrave has won an Academy Award, a BAFTA, two Golden Globes, two Screen Actors Guild Awards and a Tony Award – meaning she has the triple crown of acting. Redgrave's film appearances include Behind the Mask, Julia, Isadora, Mary Queen of Scots, A Man for All Seasons, Camelot, Mission: Impossible, Atonement, Coriolanus and The Butler. Call the Midwife season 15 guest stars include: Max Ho as Christopher Tang - the son of May's biological mother Esther, who lives in Hong Kong. He's receiving cancer treatment in London, where he's being cared for by the Turners. Izzy Meikle-Small (Outlander) as Thelma Cutler - a pregnant woman who suffers a very traumatic birth. She is being cared for by Sister Catherine. Timothy Harker (Why Didn't They Ask Evans?) as Dr Threapwood - a board of health member who doesn't approve of Nonnatus House. Larner Wallace-Taylor (Doctors) as Edna Kingsley and Turlough Convery (Sanditon, Polkdark) as Ian Kingsley - a married couple suspected of abusing their children, whom they have also been neglecting. Call the Midwife season 15 arrives on Sunday 11th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Add Call the Midwife to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. 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The Traitors season 4 cast: Confirmed line-up in full
**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors has seen all manner of drama unfold over the last few nights, with the accusations flying in all directions. Following Fiona accusing Rachel of being a Traitor, even the Traitor's Oath has come under fire, she continued playing the wildcard last night. Stephen's passionate plea on Fiona's behalf appears to have shifted suspicion away from her for the moment, with Sam, Jade and Rachel all coming under fire from different angles. With the stakes sky-high, the next murder could be make or break for the Traitors when the we kick off again on Wednesday. So, with a few days to go until the next episode, it's a good time to brush up on The Traitors season 4 cast before they return to Ardross Castle for more chaos. The Traitors season 4 cast: Full list of players Here's a quick list of players in The Traitors 2026 cast – read on for more details, including their headshots, ages, jobs and initial remarks upon joining the show. Harriet Stephen Ellie Fiona Jessie Rachel Jade Sam Adam Reece Faraaz Roxy Matthew Jack James Amanda - BANISHED Maz - 'MURDERED' Ross - BANISHED Hugo - BANISHED Ben - 'MURDERED' Judy - BANISHED Netty - 'MURDERED' Harriet Age: 52 Job: Crime writer and former barrister Location: London The Traitors is "one of the very few" reality shows that Harriet reckons she has the skill set for, having worked as a criminal barrister and now a crime writer. "I spend my life making up horrible ways for people to die and killing people on the page," she said. "The idea that I might get to actually plot to kill people or to track down a murderer, but, you know, without actual blood being shed, it's the closest that I'd get to that experience in real life. So quite honestly, what's not to like?" Stephen Age: 32 Job: Cyber security consultant Location: London Stephen loves The Traitors, so much so that he has been re-watching past seasons to get into the headspace and "examine the certain things that people have done that were so normal to them but others found weird." Judy Age: 60 Job: Child Liaison Officer Location: Doncaster Judy applied for The Traitors because she thought she could do it and saw it as a "great opportunity to do it at [her] time of life". She added: "I just think that the whole experience will be incredible, and I will never, ever experience anything like this again." View Green Video on the source website Ross Age: 37 Job: Sales exec and personal trainer Location: London After some of his clients started talking about The Traitors, Ross applied for the show on a whim. Asked what he thinks he'll bring to the show, Ross said: "I like to think I'm a good judge of character. I think it'll be a fun, interesting adventure, and a cool opportunity, I'm actually really excited." Ellie Age: 33 Job: Psychologist Location: London For Ellie, she finds The Traitors to be "so psychologically interesting" and enjoys "analysing what everyone's doing and thinking through why they're convinced that they know something, when to the viewer, they're quite clearly wrong" when watching the show. It was from that, she knew she "had to get involved" and understand the game for herself. Netty Age: 42 Job: Nursery school teacher Location: Glasgow Netty thinks The Traitors is "one of the most amazing games" someone could play, and wanted to do something for her and to have fun. She explained: "Purely selfish reasons, but I just wanted to have some fun and do something that allowed me to get a little bit of myself back. I like delving into people and finding out about them, so I am excited to meet everyone and get to know them." Fiona Age: 62 Job: Local government officer Location: Swansea Fiona has never applied for anything like The Traitors before, but decided to take the leap as she enjoys watching the show. She explained: "I think it's the most authentic reality TV show, and I'm not big into reality TV. I think because it's a game which requires a lot of tact and a lot of psychological manoeuvres, it just appealed to me." Jessie Age: 28 Job: Hairstylist Location: Hull Jessie applied for The Traitors to challenge herself and allow her to meet new people. "I know it will test me," she said. "Which is good and what I need." Rachel Age: 42 Job: Head of communications Location: County Down Rachel has played the game Mafia for 15 years and is a competitive person "through and through", and so she thought to give The Traitors a go. She said: "I will do anything to win. Nothing's off the table. I'm very good at knowing the difference between reality and a game." Amanda Age: 57 Job: Retired police detective Location: Brighton Amanda was immediately drawn to the game when she first watched The Traitors and thought it was something she could win. Having been a detective, she has done lots of interviews with criminals and victims, and is able to "put the pieces together to find the truth and see through the lies". She added: "To be a Traitor, you have to be good at lying, have a good poker face and be a master of deflection to prevent you being identified. I’ve learned a lot about being deceptive, devious and cunning. "On the other side of the coin, I am a good person, and I became a police officer to help people. You have to be nice and calm, even when there's a big storm around you. I’d bring all these skills into the game, whichever role I am assigned." Hugo Age: 51 Job: Barrister Location: London Hugo is admittedly "obsessed with The Traitors" and has seen every episodes across the UK, US, Australia and New Zealand formats, adding that he finds it to be "such a fascinating game". He said: "I’m a barrister so I talk to juries, but they go off and make the decisions in a quiet room so I never get to see it, but this, you just think, how could you be so wrong? I can't take my eyes off it, I love it." Jade Age: 25 Job: PhD Student Location: West Midlands Jade plays a lot of video games which are similar to The Traitors so she thought "why would I not?" when she had the chance to apply for the show. Sam Age: 34 Job: Account manager Location: North Yorkshire Sam has been a big fan of The Traitors, describing the show as "a breath of fresh air and authentic fun, but also a tonne of emotions, gameplay and competitiveness". He explained: "It really kind of suits my character and I'm at the stage in my life now where I just want to have as many amazing experiences as possible. I applied on a whim, and then suddenly we're here." Adam Age: 34 Job: Builder Location: Essex Adam loves a contest and the thought of being able to outthink people excites him, and he's ready to win the game. "That's it, simple," he said. "I'll play whatever hand I need to play and that's it." Reece Age: 27 Job: Sweet shop assistant Location: Sheffield Reece has always been competitive and signed up for the show, because how many people can say they've been on The Traitors? "I don’t think I’ve done anything in my life which is so unique, and because I also have that competitive edge, I’m excited to see what I’m able to do," he explained. Maz Age: 59 Job: Civil servant Location: Preston Maz loves the essence of The Traitors, whether it be the missions, the conversations or the relationships made in the game, and so he applied. "I'm 59 and I've done various things in my life, so I feel as though I've got good life experience," he added. "I'm told that I'm good to get on with and I'm funny - my kids say I'm funny looking. I think I can bring some humour, some chilled out moments, some interesting thoughts, and I think I will be able to add to the jigsaw of the game." Faraaz Age: 22 Job: Internal auditor Location: Middlesbrough Faraaz applied for The Traitors as he is a "huge fan" and after watching series one, he thought it would be something he'd love to be part of and immerse himself in. Roxy Age: 32 Job: Recruiter Location: Amsterdam The first six years of Roxy's life were rocky and, for her, having lived experiences of adapting to different situations, meeting new people and figuring out who to trust she believes will take her really far on the show. Matthew Age: 35 Job: Creative director Location: Edinburgh Matthew's new year's resolution was to have more adventures and while he meant more hiking, canoe trips and camping, he also gave a chance on applying for The Traitors. Jack Age: 29 Job: Personal trainer Location: Essex Jack is a "massive fan" of The Traitors and wanted to do something that meant he'd have to step outside of his comfort zone. Whether it's a mission or the roundtable, Jack believes you need to be "so switched on regardless of whether you're a Traitor or a Faithful". "It just takes one slip up and you could be gone," he said. "You've got to be so locked in both physically and mentally." Ben Age: 66 Job: Retired Location: Hampshire Ben was "intrigued" after watching The Traitors, having never seen anything like it. "I was taken in totally and kept saying it's like Columbo and Agatha Christie looking for Judas Iscariot." James Age: 38 Job: Gardener Location: Weymouth James didn't start watching The Traitors until the second season "because people nagged [him]". He has a desire to play the game well, and is joining the show "with a passion for the game and sort of geeky vibes". "It's like a beautiful lovechild of Midsomer Murders and poker," he said. The Traitors season 4 continues on Friday 9th January 2026 at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who left The Traitors season 4? All murdered and banished contestants
**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The drama continued in tonight's episode of The Traitors (9th January) as Fiona and Rachel clashed in the turret, as Fiona accused Rachel of not being a team player. But it wasn't long before the players decided who was to be murdered next and for one unlucky player, their time was up! Later on, it was time for the next banishment which left some players wondering if two Traitors had turned on each other, So, who left The Traitors? Read on to find out more about the murdered and banished contestants in The Traitors season 4. Who has been murdered or banished from The Traitors season 4 so far? Fiona - BANISHED in episode 6 After majority of the players grew suspicious of Fiona, her time in the castle came to an end as she received the most votes at the roundtable. Asked how it felt to be leaving the game, Fiona said: "I wasn't delighted to be leaving, but I was really the master of my own downfall because I needed to confront Rachel just to be sure in my own mind that she was a team player and not playing singularly. "The action I took was to get it all out in the open and I felt at the time it was my only chance as Rachel was such a formidable player and I didn’t think I’d have another opportunity to put her name to the group as a potential Traitor." Reece - 'MURDERED' in episode 6 Begrudgingly, the three Traitors all reconvened in the turret to decide who should be murdered. After much deliberation, they decided it should be Reece, a player who had grown slightly deflated at his name being thrown around at the roundtable. "On reflection, the experience was the absolute best thing I've ever done," Reece said of leaving the game. "But come the end of it, I felt like people didn’t want to believe me so what more could I do? I trust the people left in the game will carry whatever words I left with wisdom and use it to find the Traitors. I think I very much bowed out when I needed to." Amanda - BANISHED in episode 5 Unfortunately for Amanda, she chose the empty chest and was therefore banished from the castle. Reflecting on her time in the castle, Amanda admitted she didn't think her work background helped her in the castle and instead, hindered her. "I think it hindered me by giving me too much confidence, especially at the roundtable," she said. "That just felt like meetings I've been in for many years, so I didn't find the roundtable intimidating." Maz - 'MURDERED' in episode 5 In the opening moments of the fifth episode, it was revealed that Maz had been left in the cage and in turn, was murdered by the Traitors. He certainly didn't see it coming, and told both Rachel and Fiona they were playing a blinder. "I really enjoyed being there, I enjoyed people's company and I was really enjoying trying to figure out who the Traitors were," he said. "I am a tad disappointed that I didn't stay a bit longer to try and prove my suspicions as I think I had good suspicions, but I can’t fault any of my time there." Ross - BANISHED in episode 4 Ross became the third contestant to be banished from the Traitors castle, after Claudia Winkleman delivered a major twist that the roundtable would take place before the mission. Upon his exit, it was also revealed that he was in a relationship with fellow player Ellie, which plenty of viewers had worked out thanks to a slip up on social media. Asked how it felt to be leaving the castle, Ross said: "It's bittersweet. I thought to myself, ‘would you rather stay in longer and be in the background, or would you rather burn bright and go out in a blaze of glory?’ and I genuinely feel like I did. I'm really happy with myself; I don't think I could have done any better." Hugo – BANISHED in episode 3 Hugo became the third banished player – and the first traitor to be caught – in episode 3. The barrister had ironically incriminated himself with an outburst at breakfast over Ben's murder that many people deemed to be suspicious, but the final straw was an eviscerating argument put forward by Harriet at the roundtable. Ben – 'MURDERED' in episode 3 Ben was the second victim of the Traitors' deadly scheming, with the treacherous trio believing that his death would send even more suspicion in the direction of Ross. That's because Ben had expressed doubts over Ross before leaving the castle on his last night, which was a useful detail picked up by Stephen, who happened to be in the room at the time. Judy - BANISHED in episode 2 Judy became the first victim of The Traitors roundtable, as she received the most votes from the Faithful. Based on her supposed change in behaviour, the Faithful believed Judy was a Traitor, but they couldn't have been more wrong... "It was incredible. I was pinching myself and thinking, is this really happening? It was just amazing," Judy said of being on the show. "Everyone was lovely. Such a range of people, a really different mix but what we all had in common was that we were all nervous. I thought, let's just take it step by step and see how it's going to go." Netty - 'MURDERED' in episode 2 After viewers were left on a cliffhanger at the end of episode 1, the Traitors had to choose between three players to murder and they ultimately decided Netty's time in the castle was up. Her murder shocked the rest of the Faithful, which ultimately led to suspicion falling on Ross, who had admitted he had hoped to keep it a secret that he knew Netty prior to the show... Asked how it felt to be leaving the game so early on, Netty said: "Bittersweet. I didn't have the time that I had hoped to have, but I think I've had the time I was meant to have. I've had the experience that it should have been for me, and I get to watch it as a viewer now, not knowing what's going to come." The Traitors season 4 continues on Wednesday 14th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer now. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Matthew? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and creative director
Competitive Matthew will be hoping to bag the jackpot.
**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** Matthew may have chosen to be a Traitor to start with, but his status in the castle could be changing very soon. In tonight's episode (9th January), a handful of Faithfuls got the chance to ask two questions to the Traitors and Matthew used his question to his advantage, and struck up a deal. The 35-year-old was keen to find some trust between him and the Traitors, asking them to prove themselves to him by murdering Jessie when they next get the chance and then recruiting him afterwards. In true Traitors fashion, the episode ended on a cliffhanger, and fans will have to wait until next week to find out how his fate plays out. As the series continues, read on to learn more about The Traitors season 4 contestant Matthew. Who is Matthew from The Traitors? Age: 35 Job: Creative director Location: Edinburgh Matthew is a 35-year-old creative director living in Edinburgh and is admittedly rather competitive. He is headed into the game to win and is keen to be a Traitor as he thinks that he can stay true to his own values whilst still playing the game. "I'm a good person, and in normal life, if I saw someone on trouble on the street, I would be the first person that would step in to help them," he said. "However, this is a game and I'm very capable of compartmentalising, so if I must get rid of someone because that's what the game's saying, I won’t think twice about it, I'll just do it." Why did Matthew apply for The Traitors? Matthew applied for The Traitors because it's an adventure and it seemed like fun. He added: "My New Year's resolution was to have more adventures, and what I meant by that was more hiking, canoe trips, and camping, that sort of thing, but I've watched The Traitors and absolutely loved it, so I just thought why not give it a go." Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Is Matthew from The Traitors on Instagram? He certainly is, and you can follow Matthew on Instagram @yermatty. The Traitors season 4 continues on Wednesday 14th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Traitors season 4 release schedule: What time is it on and when is the next episode out?
**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors made a triumphant return to TV screens earlier this month, and it has certainly got the nation talking as an iconic Traitor was sent home packing. Tonight (9th January), Fiona and Rachel went head-to-head in an intense roundtable, which saw one of the three Traitors banished from the game. Sadly, that Traitor was Fiona, who took her banishment on the chin and told the players gleefully: "You may be very surprised to hear that I am a Traitor!" When do the mind games continue? Read on for details on The Traitors season 4 release schedule, and when it kicks off on BBC One. When is the next episode of The Traitors season 4? The next episode of The Traitors season 4 will be on Wednesday 14th January 2026 on BBC One and iPlayer. What time is The Traitors season 4 on TV? The Traitors begins at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Should there be any changes as the series continues, we'll be sure to keep this page updated with the latest! How many episodes are there in The Traitors season 4? There are a total of 12 episodes of The Traitors season 4. Fans will be thankful after the celebrity edition only had nine episodes, so prepare for even more treachery! Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google When is The Traitors season 4 on BBC iPlayer? Episodes of The Traitors season 4 will be released on BBC iPlayer after their transmission on BBC One each night. The Traitors season 4 release schedule Episode 1 - Thursday 1st January at 8pm Episode 2 - Friday 2nd January at 8pm Episode 3 - Saturday 3rd January at 7:45pm Episode 4 - Wednesday 7th January at 8pm Episode 5 - Thursday 8th January at 8pm Episode 6 - Friday 9th January at 8pm Episode 7 - Wednesday 14th January at 8pm Episode 8 - Thursday 15th January at 8pm Episode 9 - Friday 16th January at 8pm Episode 10 - Wednesday 21st January at 8pm Episode 11 - Thursday 22nd January at 8pm Episode 12 - Friday 23rd January at 8:30pm The Traitors season 4 continues on Wednesday 14th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Faithful triumph in another tense roundtable - but which Traitor was sent home packing?
**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The nation waited with bated breath for tonight's episode of The Traitors following the chaos of the night before which saw two Traitors go head-to-head in front of the entire group. In a rather explosive fifth episode, Fiona shared with the group she believed Rachel was a Traitor, after the head of communications told the group that the recently departed Amanda was a former detective - something Fiona believed to be a lie. Tonight's episode (9th January) saw Rachel and Fiona face one another in the turret, as Fiona accused Rachel of playing the game for herself after claiming that she hadn't defended fellow Traitor Stephen. It was clear that Fiona and Rachel would be going for one another at the roundtable, but nothing could've prepared the Faithful for the banishment to come. As the roundtable commenced, Rachel and Fiona went head-to-head, both accusing the other of being a Traitor. After a final plea from Fiona and some tears for Stephen, the time soon came for the players to write down who they thought was a Traitor. After some votes for Sam, another for Jade, the majority of the votes were for Fiona, who shared that she voted for Sam because Rachel deserves to win. In her parting words, Fiona said: "I want to say, I haven't had the opportunity to grow to love you, but I do like you very, very much. I came in here to prove that woman of a certain age should be listened to and I feel that I have been listened to... I will never ever forget you. "You may be very surprised to hear that I am a Traitor!" The group all cheered as they got rid of yet another Traitor and it's safe to say, Rachel was very happy. The Traitors season 4 continues on Friday 9th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Claudia Winkleman introduces a new power for players that could prove troublesome for The Traitors
"You could learn something that could help you catch a Traitor."
The Traitors season 4 has been nothing short of chaotic, with a secret Traitor, Fiona v Rachel and now, a new twist that could help the Faithful uncover the truth about those working against them. In tonight's episode (9th January), the players gathered for their next mission, and there was a slight spanner thrown into the works. Claudia Winkleman addressed the players, telling them that the mission would challenge them to take "a good, hard look at [themselves] and each other". She continued: "Each group will now take a separate path through the castle woods, and on each route you will encounter mirrors. The mirrors are going to ask you questions about your fellow players currently left in the game, and the answers are based on the questionnaires you filled out last night." Winkleman noted that for each correct answer, £500 would be added to the prize fund, but there was more to the task – the team that provided the most correct answers would be granted access to the castle's Walled Garden and would gain the power to talk to the Traitors. After an intense mission, Rachel, Roxy, Matthew, Faraaz and Harriet were granted access to the garden, before Claudia explained what was to come. For each player there was a mirror they could choose from to smash. If smoke came out, they could the power to speak to the Traitors but if no smoke comes out, they would not be able to speak to a Traitor. Rachel, Harriet and Matthew all smashed smoking mirrors and were told that after the roundtable, they would be able to go to the castle confessional and ask the Traitors two questions. But whether the Traitors will tell the truth, that is something else... The Traitors season 4 continues on Friday 9th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is on The Graham Norton Show tonight?
Graham is back with a new cohort of guests this week.
The Graham Norton Show is back on our screens with yet another star-studded line-up on the famous sofa. Tonight's episode will see Graham Norton in the interviewer's chair as the 33rd season continues. Audiences can expect hilarious anecdotes, details about the latest movies and TV shows that everyone has been talking about and, of course, Graham's iconic red chair. So, who's appearing on the show tonight? Here's everything you need to know about The Graham Norton Show's latest set of guests, and when you can watch the episode. Who is on The Graham Norton Show tonight? On Graham Norton's famous red sofa tonight is Hollywood star Chris Pratt, who is starring in new AI thriller Mercy as a detective framed for his wife's murder. Wicked star Cynthia Erivo will also join the sofa to chat about playing all 23 roles in a new stage production of Dracula in London's West End. Comedian and writer Dawn French will also discuss new dark BBC sitcom Can You Keep A Secret? Meanwhile, top comic Rob Beckett also joins the sofa. The Graham Norton Show airs on Friday 9th January at 10:40pm on BBC One. Who is the next music act on The Graham Norton Show? Tonight's musical guest is English-Italian acoustic singer songwriter Jack Savoretti, who will be performing his brand new single, We Will Always Be the Way We Were, set for release January 10th. Is Graham Norton in the BBC studio? Graham Norton is back on the red sofa in his BBC studio. His famous Big Red Chair will feature, as audience members share their anecdotes with Norton and the celebrity guests, in the hopes of not being tipped over. The Graham Norton Show airs on Friday 9th January at 10:40pm on BBC One. Add The Graham Norton Show to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
When is The Traitors season 4 final? Release date and time
We're reaching the halfway point of The Traitors season 4 and things are certainly heating up. From the introduction of the secret Traitor to Fiona's theory/admission that Rachel is a Traitor, there have been plenty of plot twists to keep the nation talking. Since the series began, viewers have flocked to BBC One to tune into all the action, with an average of 6.4 million overnight viewers tuning into the first episode alone. There have been a number of shocking banishments and devious murders since the series started earlier this month, and it won't be long before the Traitors strike again... But who will be the last players standing? As we wait to find out, read on for everything you need to know about The Traitors season 4 final. When is The Traitors season 4 final? The Traitors final will air on Friday 23rd January on BBC One and iPlayer. After 12 episodes, it'll reveal whether the Faithful or the Traitors succeed in the ultimate game of betrayal and trust. What time will The Traitors season 4 final be on TV? The final episode of The Traitors season 4 will air at 8:30pm, slightly later than its usual 8pm slot. The episode will air for a longer 75 minutes, meaning it will conclude at 9:45pm. It will be followed by the final episode of The Traitors: Uncloaked, as Ed Gamble dissects the episode with the help of the finalists. Who is in The Traitors season 4 final? At the time of writing, it isn't clear which of the players will be in the final, with there being six more episodes to go before the final airs. But we'll be sure to update this page once the finalists are unveiled! The Traitors season 4 continues on Friday 9th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Traitors oath explained: Did Fiona break the rules?
It was a moment no one could have expected...
**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors season 4 has been truly electrifying TV viewing, from the introduction of a secret Traitor to players being locked in cages as they were put on trial for murder. But no one could've quite foreseen the explosive fifth episode, that saw two Traitors turn on each other in front of the entire group! Fiona and Rachel are both popular players and for many, they are deemed as Faithful, but after a shocking theory from Fiona – could the game be completely changed? At the start of each series, the chosen Traitors must take an oath to agree to keep the identity of themselves and the other Traitors hidden, but has this been broken? Read on to learn more about the oath as we dissect whether it's been broken. What is The Traitors oath? The Traitors oath is an agreement the Traitors make before heading into the turret for the first time. As seen in the first episode, Claudia Winkleman tells the Traitors: "Do you commit to lie and deceive throughout the game? Are you willing to murder your fellow players every single night? And do you vow to keep your identity and the identity of your fellow players a secret?" The players must follow this, but it isn't wholly clear in which settings they apply. Did Fiona break The Traitors oath? The BBC has not confirmed or denied if Fiona has broken The Traitors oath, though fans have speculated online that this could be the case. In the fifth episode of season 5, Amanda confided in Rachel that she was a detective, a secret she had been hiding from the group. After Amanda was banished from the castle, Rachel told the other players about Amanda's secret, but Fiona was incredulous at the thought that Amanda had confided in Rachel and not her. This led to Fiona telling Harriet she thought Rachel was lying before she told the rest of the group she believed that Rachel was a Traitor. Of course, viewers are aware that Fiona and Rachel are indeed Traitors, so had Fiona let slip one of the major rules? Technically, the rules aren't very clear, as no Traitor has been punished for throwing another Traitor under the bus at a roundtable, or for planting seeds of doubt about a fellow Traitor to other players. What do viewers think? The opinion is divided. While some viewers believe Fiona has done nothing wrong and is simply playing the game, others think she has broken the rules of the game. In fact, when I posed to question on social media, plenty of fans have shared their takes on whether or not Fiona was in the wrong. One user wrote: "She said I think she is a Traitor so she isn't saying she is, she is just speculating – I'd imagine if a Traitor got banished they can't say it as a closing statement." Another added: "Interesting but I don't think she technically broke rules because she said 'I believe'. She's saying it like she's a faithful and doesn't know for sure, but yeah close to the edge." View oEmbed on the source website We'll have to stay tuned to find out if there are any repercussions! The Traitors season 4 continues on Friday 9th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Traitors soundtrack: Every song from each season
Here are all the records helping to ramp up the drama on The Traitors.
**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors has returned for a truly thrilling fourth season on BBC One, with all new twists and turns not even the players saw coming. The latest episode (8th January) has left jaws across the nation firmly on the floor after two Traitors went head-to-head. The episode ended on a cliffhanger as the Traitors reconvened in the turret, but how will their confrontation go down? With so much drama, the BBC has accompanied the series with a stellar soundtrack. So, if you’re wondering what the songs are that have been ramping up the tension in The Traitors season 4, and in past seasons too, read on for everything you need to know. The Traitors soundtrack Season 4 Episodes 1 - 3 Killing Me Softly With His Song - Fugees Little Lies - Fleetwood Mac The Traitors Main Theme - Sam Watts Ready to Go - Republica Ghost Town - The Specials The Sign of the Times - Harry Styles Everybody Wants to Rule the World - Tears for Fears Hurricane - Kat Leon Sound the Alarm - Astyria The World We Made - Ruelle Natural Blues - Moby You Have Been Murdered - Sam Watts In the Shadows - The Rasmus Episodes 4 - 5 Rapture - Tom Walker Out of the Shadows - Ely Eira Are You Gonna Go My Way - Lenny Kravitz If I Had a Heart - Fever Ray Season 3 Episodes 1 - 3 Smells Like Teen Spirit - Fleurie & Tommee Profitt Ave Maria - Franz Schubert, Barbara Bonney & Geoffrey Parsons In The Still Of The Night - Ravn Ready Or Not - Mischa 'Book' Chillak & Esthero Little Lies - Fleetwod Mac Let The Blood Run Wild - Power-Haus, Shyloom & Lløren Bad Things - burnboy & Brooke Williams Dangerous Game - Klergy & Beginners This Is The Beginning - Ely Eira Dead To Me - Tribal Blood Requiem For A Tower - London Music Works Live And Let Die - Chroma When It's All Over - RAIGN Breath - Ex Makina Where It All Begins - Portals Figure It Out - Royal Blood No Tomorrow - Joseph William Morgan Starshine - Kel Constantine Episodes 4 - 6 Run - Lady Bri, Marvin Brooks & 2WEI Symphony No 5 - Hidden Citizens Wake Up World - Ruelle & UNSECRET Breathe - Tommee Profitt & Fleurie Hey Now - London Grammar Bad - Bishop Briggs One Wrong Move - Powerhäus, Klergy & Lløren One Of My Kind - Sisi and The Dark Heart & AG You Don't Own Me - Mascot Requiem, K, 626: Lacrimosa - Academy of Ancient Music, Stephen Cleobury & Choir of King’s College, Cambridge Bad Guy - Billie Eilish Heads Will Roll - Elephant Music Carry You - Ruelle & Fleurie Castle - Halsey Unholy - Sam Smith & Kim Petras Knock You Down - burnboy & Brooke Williams Pandora - 2WEI - Edda Hayes No Calm Before The Storm - Atalia Episodes 7-9 Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad (Reprise) - Moby, Apollo Jane, Mindy Jones & Deitrick Haddon Dona Nobis Pacem 2 - Max Richter, Mari Samuelsen, Konzerthausorchester Berlin & Jonathan Stockhammer Season of the Witch - The Phantoms New Blood - Zayde Wolf No Mercy - UNSECRET & icetope Muddy Waters - LP Truth Is A Beautiful Thing - London Grammar See What I'm Made Of - Atalia Truth Gon Find You - Ophelia X House of the Rising Sun - Audio Machine Land of Confusion (Epic Trailer Version) - Hidden Citizens Cry Me A River - Tommee Profitt & Nicole Serrano The Earth Prelude - Ludovico Einaudi Bang Bang - Powerhäus, Berlin Aires & Lløren I'm Coming For You - Graffiti Ghosts Season 2 Episode 1 Darkside – Neoni Losing My Religion – BellSaint Who Can It Be Now – Royal Deluxe Me And The Devil – Soap&Skin The Strong Survive – 7kingZ Insomnia – 2WEI Angel – Massive Attack Gangsta’s Paradise – 2WEI Episode 2 Darkness Inside – Astyria [I Just] Died In Your Arms – Hidden Citizens Sour Times – Portishead Boadicea – Enya Keep On Fighting – Tribal Blood Walking On The Moon – Ruelle Rise Up – 2WEI & Edda Hayes Episode 3 The One To Survive (feat Josh Bruce Williams) – Hidden Citizens Monster – Ely Eira O Fortuna – Hidden Citizens Tainted Love – Holy Wars & NOCTURN Blindside – 2WEI & Edda Hayes Episode 4 Final Hour (feat Ruelle) – Unsecret In The House, In A Heartbeat – John Murphy Never Tear Us Apart – Dia Frampton Wanted Dead Or Alive – Empara Mi & Dreamchild Whose Side Are You On (feat Ruelle) – Tommee Profitt Episode 5 Vampire - Olivia Rodrigo Watch Me - The Phantoms Fight Till The End - Shangrii-La There's a Hero In You (feat Fleurie) - Tommee Profitt My Hero - Ely Eira Who Will Save Us (feat Fleurie) - Tommee Profitt Episode 6 Bittersweet Symphony (feat Kat Leon) - Damned Anthem Gods Will Rise - Tribal Blood I'd Love To Change The World - Jetta Fallout - UNSECRET & Neoni Something Wicked - KELSON Poison - RAVN Episode 7 Teardrop - Massive Attack, Elizabeth Fraser Everybody Wants to Rule the World - Royal Deluxe Symphony No 5 in C Minor - Ludwig van Beethoven Conqueror - Epic Score, Snorre Tidemand Wicked Game - Ursine Vulpine, Annaca Empires - Ruelle Mr Sandman - SYML Madness - Ruelle Episode 8 Devil's Gonna Hit You (feat. Blu Holliday) - J2 Mad World - 2WEI & Tommee Profitt Sinnerman - Nina Simone White Flag - Bishop Briggs Challenger I - Joseph William Morgan Revolution - UNSECRET Bad to the Bone - 2WEI & Bri Bryant Season 1 Episode 1 Nothing Is As It Seems (feat Ruelle) – Hidden Citizens Heart of Glass (Crabtree Remix) – Blondie & Philip Glass Toxic – 2WEI Episode 2 Feeling Good – Muse Land of 1,000 Dances – Wilson Pickett Sugar Plum Fairy – Tchaikovsky In the Hall of the Mountain King – Czech National Symphony Orchestra Lullaby – Johannes Brahms Zombie – Damned Anthem Solid Ground – Michael Kiwanuka Waking Up – MJ Cole and Freya Ridings Episode 3 Clubbed To Death – Pete Tong, The Heritage Orchestra and Jules Buckley Come as You Are – Hannah Miller Getting Serious – Nick Harvey Somebody's Watching Me – Portals Fickle Game – Amber Run In the Air Tonight (Extended Mix) [feat Shadow Royale] – Joseph William Morgan Episode 4 Wolves – Sam Tinnesz & Silverburg Hell To the Liars – London Grammar Back to the Badlands – Mark Waterfield and Jim Fripp William Tell-Overture – Lorne Balfe, Russell Emanuel and Steve Kofsky Save Tonight – Zayde Wølf Episode 5 Supernatural – Tribal Blood How Villains Are Made – Madalen Duke The Assault (feat Justin Starling) – ADIEAUX The Four Seasons - Summer – Lorne Balfe, Russell Emanuel and Steve Kofsky Funeral March – 2WEI Hidden Lies – Skip Armstrong and Lukas Obernosterer Above the Clouds – Max H Burn – Astyria Wanderlust – Empara Mi Mad World – 2WEI, Tommee Profitt and Fleurie Episode 6 Ditch – Empara Mi 6 Underground – XHOANA X Nightcall – London Grammar Until We Go Down – Ruelle Bad Things – Summer Kennedy Believer (feat Colton Dixon) – Tommee Profitt Episode 7 Seven Devils – Florence + the Machine My Favourite Game – Arctic Lake Pure Diamond – Julien Cavard and Raphael Nauleau View oEmbed on the source website If You Wait – London Grammar It's a Mad World – Astyria Back to Black (BBC Radio 1 Live Session) – Sam Fender Twisted Games – Night Panda & Krigaré The Traitors season 4 continues on Friday 9th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. 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What channel is Tottenham v Aston Villa FA Cup match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
Check out how to watch Tottenham v Aston Villa in the FA Cup, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
Premier League rivals Tottenham and Aston Villa do battle in North London in the third round of the FA Cup on Saturday. Spurs and under-fire manager Thomas Frank are in need of a boost after Wednesday's defeat at Bournemouth saw them drop to 14th in the table. The North Londoners ended their long wait for silverware in the Europa League last season but it is still 18 years since they last won a domestic trophy and the FA Cup now looks their best chance of putting that right in 2025/26. Watch Tottenham v Aston Villa live on TNT Sports via discovery+ on Amazon Prime Video Aston Villa's trophy drought is even longer, going all the way back to 1996, and Unai Emery may be eyeing a cup run this term after the exploits of Crystal Palace and Newcastle last season. The visitors were held to a goalless draw by the Eagles in midweek but will hope to transfer their form in the Premier League, where they are third after 21 games, into the FA Cup. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Tottenham v Aston Villa on TV and online. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today When is Tottenham v Aston Villa? Tottenham v Aston Villa will take place on Saturday 10th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Tottenham v Aston Villa kick-off time Tottenham v Aston Villa will kick off at 5:45pm. What TV channel is Tottenham v Aston Villa on? The game will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 from 5pm and BBC One from 5:30pm. There are multiple ways to get TNT Sports. If you already have BT Broadband, you can add TNT Sports to your existing contract from just £18 per month. You can add the ‘Big Sport’ package for £40 per month which includes all TNT Sports and 11 Sky Sports channels via a NOW pass. You can also access TNT Sports via discovery+ and stream directly to your smart TV. 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What channel is Macclesfield v Crystal Palace FA Cup match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
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FA Cup champions Crystal Palace begin their title defence away at National League North outfit Macclesfield on Saturday lunchtime. The Eagles defied the odds last season by beating Man City at Wembley to win football's oldest club competition, and a major trophy, for the first time. FA Cup third round weekend comes at a good time for the South Londoner faithful. Crystal Palace have struggled on the pitch recently and rumours continue to circle about manager Oliver Glasner, who has been linked to the vacant Man Utd job. Watch Macclesfield v Crystal Palace live on TNT Sports via discovery+ on Amazon Prime Video Macclesfield, one of just two sixth-tier clubs, and only three non-league teams, remaining in the competition, will hope to draw on some of its famous magic as they aim for a famous upset. Win or lose, it's set to be a fantastic occasion for the Silkmen, a phoenix club that was formed after Macclesfield Town folded in 2020. 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The Apprentice 2026: Release date speculation and latest news
The toughest competition in business is back!
It's time to head back into the boardroom as The Apprentice returns to BBC One very soon. Celebrating its 20th season, the BBC is pulling out all the stops, including an episode in which the boardroom will take place in Hong Kong. There will also be 20 candidates taking part to mark the 20th season as Lord Sugar embarks on the hunt for his next business partner. So, when is The Apprentice returning? Read on for everything you need to know about the new series. Is there a release date for The Apprentice season 20? The exact release date for The Apprentice 2026 is yet to be announced but it has been confirmed that the series will return in early 2026. Has the cast for The Apprentice season 20 been announced? Not yet. While there have been teasers of the cast members in teaser trailers, an official cast announcement is yet to be made by the BBC. Who are the advisors to Lord Sugar in The Apprentice season 20? Baroness Karren Brady and Tim Campbell MBE are back once more as trusted aides to Lord Sugar. Brady has been one of Lord Sugar's aides since 2010, while Tim Campbell joined as aide in 2022 and has held the post ever since. He previously won the first ever season back in 2005. Campbell missed out on the recent Celebrity Apprentice two-parter as he was unable to make the filming dates work – he was temporarily replaced by Mike Soutar, but will return for these new episodes. Is there a trailer for The Apprentice season 20? Yes, the BBC recently unveiled the trailer for season 20, teasing what's to come for the candidates. The teaser clips shows the candidates on dune buggies, climbing up the steps towards the Big Buddha in Hong Kong, appearing to fight a robot through virtual reality and an appearance from Big Zuu. You can watch the full trailer below: View oEmbed on the source website Can I apply for The Apprentice? You sure can! Applications for the next season of The Apprentice are open, but you've got to act quick as applications will close on Friday 23rd January 2026. You can visit the application site here. Who won The Apprentice 2025? After a long 12 weeks, Dean Franklin was crowned the winner of The Apprentice 2025. In an exclusive interview with RadioTimes.com last year, Dean explained that he was initially "confident" he was going to win the show when he applied, but he was soon in for a rude awakening. "So, going into it, I knew I could do it. I believed in myself. But then the first week came, and I was dropped into reality and it hit me like a ton of bricks," Dean explained. It was being in the boardroom with his fellow candidates that made Dean realise he "had to do better". He added: "After that moment of going to the boardroom [in the] first episode and coming back to the house, I think that was the moment where it switched for me, because I'd had such a big, massive eruption when I walked back through them doors. "Everyone was so happy that I came back, I think then it was just like, 'Right, I've got to change that. I've got to do something different, because this ain't working. Let's go for it.' And I think that broke a lot of barriers of mine. And then I was off to a good start." The Apprentice will air on BBC One and iPlayer later this month. Add The Apprentice to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Jade? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and PhD student
Jade is planning to play down everything she does in day-to-day life to the group.
The Traitors has provided viewers with non-stop twists and turns since it returned at the start of the year. During the premiere, it was revealed there would be a secret Traitor playing the game. Since then, the secret Traitor has been revealed, roundtables have taken place early in the game and suspicion has been at an all time high. One player who has received plenty of suspicious glances is Jade, despite being a Faithful from the very start, a role she always wanted. As the series continues, scroll on to learn more about The Traitors season 4 contestant. Who is Jade from The Traitors? Age: 25 Job: PhD student Location: West Midlands Jade is a PhD student from the West Midlands who believes herself to be quite an observant person, particularly being able to pick up on things that people may think she misses. "I have quite good problem solving abilities, so that will hopefully help in trying to navigate through the game and missions," she said. "I think I can bring good teamwork to the table. I think I'll also get along with everyone as well." Where can you get Jade's cardigan? In a recent episode of The Traitor, Jade's cardigan (pictured above) quickly became the talk of viewers, with many dazzled by the design. The exact cardigan is from a brand called Hope Macaulay, and is called a Colourful Colossal Knit Cardigan. It can be purchased for £430. Why did Jade apply for The Traitors? Jade plays a lot of video games which are similar to The Traitors, and so she thought "why would I not?" as she does it in her spare time. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Is Jade from The Traitors on Instagram? Yes, you can follow Jade on Instagram @jadiethscott. The Traitors season 4 continues on Thursday 8th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Reece? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and shop assistant
Reece was certain he'd be chosen to be a Traitor.
The Traitors returned with a bang for its fourth season on BBC One, and has continued to bring in huge audiences each night. Last night's episode (7th January) saw an average of 7.3 million people tune in, according to overnight ratings. This is substantially higher than the season 4 premiere's overnight viewership, which lured in an average of 6.4 million viewers. The nation has flocked to watch the show to see how the players navigate the devious game, and one of those currently facing the wrath of the Traitors is Reece, who faces being murdered by his fellow players. As we wait to find out his fate, what is there know about Reece? Read on to find out more about The Traitors season 4 contestant. Who is Reece from The Traitors? Age: 27 Job: Sweet shop assistant Location: Sheffield Reece is a 27-year-old sweet shop assistant from Sheffield who won't shy away from being cut-throat while in The Traitors castle. "I'm quite what you see is what you get, but obviously very aware that this is a game," he explained. "If I must remodel my personality to fit what is in front of me at that time, that is what I will do." "I'm very competitive and confident, I don't want to go on and change who I am, or anything about me, I want to go on and be successful being me in the game." Why did Reece apply for The Traitors? Reece has always been competitive and the idea of having the unique experience of being on The Traitors appealed to Reece, and so he applied! He added: "I don’t think I’ve done anything in my life which is so unique, and because I also have that competitive edge, I’m excited to see what I’m able to do." Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Is Reece from The Traitors on Instagram? Yes he is, and you can follow Reece on Instagram @reecewardd. The Traitors season 4 continues on Thursday 8th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Maz? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and civil servant
We may only be four episodes into The Traitors, but the tension is certainly ramping up... Last night (7th January) saw Maz, Reece and Stephen all at risk of being murdered by the Traitors but as we know, Stephen is immune from such a fate. After the reveal that Fiona was indeed the secret Traitor, it soon became clear that she was the hidden figure constantly putting Maz on the murder shortlist. Given she chose to be the player to try and save Reece in the previous mission, could Maz's fate be sealed? As we wait to find out, what is there to know about Maz? Read on to learn more about The Traitors season 4 contestant. Who is Maz from The Traitors? Age: 59 Job: Civil Servant Location: Preston Maz is a 59-year-old civil servant from Preston who is hoping to win so that he can use the money to support his ever growing family. A self professed family man, Maz is a father of 5, the youngest of which is 18 and has just started university, and the grandfather to 5 as well, including twins, with a sixth on the way. Maz believes he'll be a great addition to the cast, brining humour, patience and a "warm, friendly face". Why did Maz apply for The Traitors? View Green Video on the source website Maz applied for The Traitors as he was already a big fan of the iconic show, declaring that whilst he loves watching the missions and competition unfold, his favourite thing about the show is the conversations and relationships formed between players. He believes he's got the right skill set to take part; as well as being extremely competitive, he's good at working with others thanks to his participation in a football team. "I think I'll bring that energy and drive. I know that I am a good team player. When I play football, I'm usually the one that's shouting their head off and giving people that drive and confidence but not overpowering. "I enjoy being part of a team, having fun, and trying to get the job done," he said. Is Maz from The Traitors on Instagram? Yes, you can follow Maz from The Traitors on Instagram @mazbana1. The Traitors season 4 continues on Thursday 8th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Stephen? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and consultant
Stephen reckons he has a good poker face...
**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors continues tonight (8th January) as three players find themselves on trial for murder, including a Traitor... As per the rules of the game, a Traitor can't be murdered, but Stephen's current predicament means he was unable to discuss which player should be next to leave the game. That was all left in the hands of his fellow Traitors Rachel and Fiona. Will they choose a player than could risk Stephen's standing as a Faithful or could they bide him some more time? As we wait to find out where the new season takes us, read on to find out more about Stephen, including why he applied for The Traitors season 4. Who is Stephen from The Traitors? Age: 32 Job: Cyber security consultant Location: London Stephen is a 32-year-old cyber security consultant living in London who has watched every single iteration of The Traitors, and has done some stellar preparation ahead of the series. He has been rewatching previous seasons in order to get his head in the game and examine certain things people have done that were normal, but other players deemed weird. "I think a lot of the play really depends on who's around you," he explained. "You have to read the room really quickly at the beginning and previous players’ tactics may not work here. "Also, people are going into this game now knowing a lot more about how the game works, and I think that really means you've got to come up with a new strategy, your own strategy." Why did Stephen apply for The Traitors? Stephen applied for The Traitors because he reckons he could do really well. He found that The Traitors is a show you can't watch without watching yourself in it and he "genuinely" loves it. The Traitors season 4 release schedule: What time is it on and when is the next episode out? Is Stephen from The Traitors on Instagram? Yes, you can follow Stephen from The Traitors on Instagram @stephenlibby. He shared the news on Instagram, writing: "Mo chreach sa thàinig, your boy from the Hebrides is going into the castle." The Traitors season 4 begins on Thursday 8th January 2026 at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Rachel? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and head of communications
**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors returns tonight for what has been teased as the "most explosive" in the show's history. Sources have claimed that tonight's episode (8th January) is "very dramatic" as pressure mounts for those remaining in the castle. One of those players is Rachel, who has so far done a good job of avoiding being detected as a Traitor. The latest episode ended on yet another cliffhanger as she and fellow Traitor Fiona sealed the fate of one of the Faithful and will do so face-to-dace. What else is there to know about Rachel as the show continues? Scroll on to find out more! Who is Rachel from The Traitors? Age: 42 Job: Head of communications Location: County Down Rachel is a 42-year-old head of communications from County Down who will do anything to win. "Nothing's off the table," she said. "I'm very good at knowing the difference between reality and a game. I'm really competitive in challenges, so I'll do whatever I can to get money in the bank." Describing herself as "a really sociable person that loves finding out things", Rachel hopes she can build nice connections and find things out about people while in the game. Why did Rachel apply for The Traitors? Like many of her fellow players, Rachel loves The Traitors, and has some impressive skills already having played Mafia for 15 years. A lover of games and challenges, Rachel thought she'd give The Traitors a go. The Traitors season 4 release schedule: What time is it on and when is the next episode out? Is Rachel from The Traitors on Instagram? She is! You can follow Rachel on Instagram @rachel.duffy. Announcing the news on her page, Rachel wrote: "All is fair in love, war and roundtables!" The Traitors season 4 begins on Thursday 8th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
There's a wild Traitors theory related to the family tree – but is it credible?
The Traitors always excels at bringing the nation together to discuss their latest theories about the goings on in the castle. But this season is slightly different, as many viewers tuning in from home believe that every single cast member is somehow linked. Whether it be a familial, romantic or platonic connection, there has been plenty to suggest that each player somehow knows at least one other person in the castle. While this might seem rather outlandish, in each episode, viewers have found themselves drawn to a family tree in the castle – even before Rachel and Stephen were tasked with a mini mission to put nine players up for murder using the tree. In the first 15 minutes of episode 1, it was revealed that two players knew each other and then later on another two players were revealed to be family members. So, is there much in this theory? Is every player connected? Scroll on as we dissect each connection in The Traitors castle. The Traitors family tree theory: All the connections so far Let's kick things off with the links that have been confirmed. Netty and Ross Ross and Netty were the first two players to reveal they had a connection, though it was a complete shock to both of them. As the players arrived at the castle for the first time, Netty screamed and ran over to Ross for a hug, as it was revealed the pair met each other around 10 years ago. It was never fully disclosed how the pair knew each other, but Ross has since shared on social media that they were introduced through a mutual friend. In a TikTok video, Ross shared: "So let’s just clean this up and get this out of the way. "So basically, Netty and I know each other from a mutual friend called Dan. Dan’s actually a photographer, I’ll send his Gram up so you got it there. "And basically, he used to go to Bradford basketball tournament and that’s how they met and so I’ve seen Netty a few times, went out and about in London. View oEmbed on the source website "So then on a separate occasion, maybe like a year or so, a couple of times later, cause I see her out a few times right and I’m out with another friend who I won’t bait out for the internet. "Basically he’s like, ‘Oh so I’ve seen that girl, I kind of like her’, and I was like, ‘Ooh wait, which one? And then obviously he’s pointed at Netty. "And I’ve gone, ‘Oh actually bro, I know that girl, I know of her, I know that girl, do you want me to introduce you?" Judy and Roxy Judy and Roxy were the next two players to be revealed to be connected to one another, except this time they were intentionally hiding their link from the other players. "James is running wild saying Judy is a Traitor. I don't know if she's a Traitor or not, Judy seems lovely, but I'm bound to say that considering she's my mum," Roxy said in a mic-drop moment. She added: "We're keeping it a secret just because I think if you come as a pair, it's almost like an alliance. I feel so protective over her and hearing anyone cast doubt on her actions is just generally not quite nice." Judy shared that she adopted Roxy when she was around five years old, saying that it "was the best thing I ever did". "She's just an amazing person inside and out, don't ever underestimate her because she's a very strong person as well," Judy added. Ross and Ellie Fans had been digging through the pair's social media and it appeared that Ross and Ellie had history, and this was eventually confirmed by Ellie after Ross was banished. Ellie revealed that she knew Ross couldn't have been a Traitor and was actually her boyfriend, adding that she was planning to avenge his unjust banishment from the castle. Speaking of keeping their relationship a secret, Ross said: "Hiding the relationship with Ellie was the easiest thing ever. "Any time we had an interaction, I was happy to see her because I was under pressure the whole time, so Ellie was my safe space in the game. However, I thought she was a Traitor, because every time we had a moment together, she would not speak to me. "I'm very proud of her though and I'm glad she's still in there holding it down for the household. I am Ellie's biggest fan boy, so I hope she goes on to win. I just also hope she does something to redeem me – I don't want my death to be in vain." And now for the slightly circumstantial but potentially plausible links... Jessie and Jack Jessie and Jack first began ringing alarm bells for viewers in the latest episode (7th January) of The Traitors. During the mission, a number of players found themselves up for murder and were trapped in cages. They could only be freed if one of the other players not at risk agreed to help them. Jack was one player stuck in a cage and Jessie said she would help him and, as such, she had to find 10 skulls and balance them one on top of the other to let Jack be freed. When Jack was freed, he and Jessie embraced one another and some viewers thought perhaps it was a rather familiar embrace. View oEmbed on the source website Rachel and Matthew After Claudia chose her Traitors, Rachel and Matthew shared their relief that they were both Faithful, though we now know Rachel was bluffing. However there was something intriguing about Matthew telling Rachel he was so pleased she wasn't a Traitor. Sure, this could have been an innocent comment, but to someone you'd only met an hour before? Maybe that's not really the case... Amanda and Maz It's no secret that Amanda is a former detective, though she's keeping that hidden from her fellow players, but it came as a shock to viewers when Maz revealed he once worked as a policeman. There is no concrete proof that the pair worked together while on the force, but with the family tree theory, anything could be possible. The Traitors season 4 continues on Thursday 8th January 2026 at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Fiona? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and government officer
Fiona is hoping to see through people's strategies while in the castle.
**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors has pulled out all the stops recently, especially since its introduction of a secret Traitor, whose identity has finally been revealed. While it may have been obvious to some viewers, the latest episode (7th January) revealed that Fiona was the player hiding behind the red cloak, and she's been loving every minute of it! "If the devil could have cast his net, he couldn't have picked a better three," she said as she revealed her identity to fellow Traitors Rachel and Stephen. As the series continues, read on to find out more about The Traitors season 4 contestant Fiona. Who is Fiona from The Traitors? Age: 62 Job: Local government officer Location: Swansea Status: Traitor Fiona is a 62-year-old local government officer from Swansea, and is a very chatty person by nature. Her jobs involves getting people to trust her so they are able to "move forward with their lives", something she hopes will help her in the game down to her "trustworthy" nature. She added: "I think I'm a good judge of character as well, although that remains to be seen in the next few weeks! I think I'll bring a little bit of humour and a lot of integrity, whether or not that integrity is towards the Traitors or towards the Faithfuls remains to be seen." Fiona is also "a great team player" and after growing up with only brothers, she quickly became very competitive. "We were and still are a family that enjoy all sorts of games, whether that's cards or board games, we still get a lot of enjoyment out of them," she added. Why did Fiona apply for The Traitors? Fiona had never applied to be on a TV show before The Traitors, noting it to be "the most authentic reality TV show". "I think because it's a game which requires a lot of tact and a lot of psychological manoeuvres, it just appealed to me," she said. The Traitors season 4 release schedule: What time is it on and when is the next episode out? Is Fiona from The Traitors on Instagram? She sure is! You can follow Fiona from The Traitors on Instagram @fionahughes2026. Sharing the news that she is going to be on the series, Fiona wrote: "Exciting news to start 2026 - I can confirm that I will be taking part in the ultimate game of trust and treachery as the new brand-new series of The Traitors." The Traitors season 4 begins on Thursday 1st January 2026 at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
10 EastEnders characters who need to have a huge 2026 – from Chelsea Fox to Oscar Branning
Some beloved Walford faces need their time to shine.
Well, we have certainly started 2026 in earnest on EastEnders – including with a look at 2027. The BBC One soap promises to be a huge year for the Branning clan, especially, but particularly for Max Branning (Jake Wood), after a flash-forward episode on New Year's Day revealed a lot of change would take place for the roguish Walford legend. However, Max isn't the only character we'll be needing to see more of in 2026, whether it's those who are underseen on the show or people we just straight up need to see more of or solidify their place in the show. So, here are a selection of characters who should have a huge 2026 in EastEnders... 10 EastEnders characters who need to have a huge 2026 1. Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams) Thankfully, it seems like Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams) is in for a big year as one of the potential brides for Max Branning, but it's been a long time coming. Denise's eldest daughter has had a quieter time in Walford in the last couple of years – aside from last year's all too brief club crush storyline – with Chelsea mostly just relegated to serving drinks in Harry's Barn. Abrahams has already proven herself a worthy leading heroine for the soap, having fronted strong scenes in the divisive Gray Atkins (Toby-Alexander Smith) storyline, and showing Chelsea's strength and emotion during the breakdown of her romance with Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara), along with her feuding with step-sister Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine). Chelsea has a long history in Walford and is an ideal figure to bridge older and newer characters, so we hope the show makes good on the promise of more Chelsea in 2026. 2. Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine) Speaking of Chelsea's former step-sister, despite her previous vendetta against dad Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) and a short-lived romance with Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway), it has been very quiet for Penny Branning in recent months. The wily, confident, and sharp-tongued Branning is the closest thing that her cousin Lauren Beale (Jacqueline Jossa) has to a best friend and age-matched sister these days and also deserves to get her time in the spotlight along with the other Brannings. In fact, we know Penny has a whole chequered history with crime that remains untapped, along with her relationship with her absent mother, Selina Branning (Daisy Beaumont). Thankfully, it's looking up for Penny's screen time now that she has been paired in a friendship with Gina Knight (Francesca Henry) and also in a potential romance with Vinny Panesar (Shiv Jalota) following their unexpected kiss on New Year's Eve. Is 2026 the year for a love story with Ms Branning? 3. Denise Fox (Diane Parish) Denise Fox (Diane Parish) is an EastEnders legend and rightfully was one of the leading ladies of the Chris Clenshaw era. However, since the 40th anniversary vote, where viewers chose for Denise to reconcile with ex-husband Jack Branning, she has been rather absent from episodes, instead only playing a small and supporting role in proceedings. Again, Denise looks set to have a big year if the flash-forward episode is anything to go by, including some marital drama with Jack – but would (and should) the show really undo the audience's decision so quickly? Either way, we will be glad when we see Parish getting the material she can shine with when the drama starts up again for her. She's also getting back her younger daughter, Libby Fox (Belinda Owusu), at some point, so it'll be good to see the Fox family all back together again. 4. Oscar Branning (Pierre Counihan-Moullier) Yes, we're aware we are seeing a lot of Oscar Branning (Pierre Counihan-Moullier) already, and 2026 promises to be big for him, but given the strength of Oscar's time in Walford so far, too much can't be enough! Oscar has been a real breath of fresh air, with Counihan-Moullier adept at pathos and comedy, particularly in being so physically expressive. performer. The flash-forward teased further romance for Max Branning's son and also the continued friendship with Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker) – which can only be a good thing. The dynamic between Counihan-Moullier and Jake Wood also works so naturally already, so we anticipate great material for Max and Oscar. Basically, get Oscar in a community hub and interact with as many people as possible! 5. Priya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy) We included Priya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy) in our round-up of characters we were keen to have a big 2025 – and while Priya finally got together with Ravi, with Khan Levy particularly shining in the scenes after Ravi's recent criminality was exposed to her, we still think there's much more to do with Priya. Priya and Ravi remain an electric pairing, with Aaron Thiara and Khan Levy having fantastic chemistry, but we hope for more for Priya than just being Ravi's long-suffering spouse. So far, Priya has primarily served as a supporting character in the orbit of her family members' stories, never the true protagonist of them. Khan Levy has proven her mettle, and Priya needs to be a series focal point with the talent at her fingertips – either in her own powerful story or in a strong community hub as we need for Oscar. The next Queen Vic barmaid, anyone? 6. Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) After being arguably the leading lady of The Six storyline and featuring so heavily in 2024, former Queen Vic landlady Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) featured much less in 2025, with Linda even being on a lengthy world cruise for six months of it! Now back in Walford, Linda has already become tied up in the dramas of Max Branning (Jake Wood) and is now running 'boutique hotel' Peacock Palace with her mum, Elaine Peacock (Harriet Thorpe – going from strength to strength despite Elaine leaving the Queen Vic), and is soon to be reunited with an old school peer Bea Pollard (Ronni Anconna). However, despite this new start for the character, one can't help but be concerned that Linda will either be overshadowed by the larger-than-life Elaine in Peacock Palace or be forced to be the straight-edge to the likes of Elaine or the new addition of Bea. Linda, especially post-rehab, needs to remain a guiding light on the Square but also to show off the bubbly and tenacious personality she always had since arriving in the soap back in 2013, and that's despite the tragedies and traumas of recent years. Kellie Bright deserves to be at the heart of the show and remains one of its leading lights, regardless of whether Linda is the landlady or not. 7. Vinny Panesar (Shiv Jalota) The last one standing of the original Panesar siblings, Vinny Panesar, has never quite had his time in the spotlight, often a supporting player in the machinations of his parents or siblings. Vinny's biggest stories have included being manipulated by evil dad Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry), almost killing his mother's then-lover, Eve Unwin (Heather Peace), and his on-off romance with Dotty Cotton (Milly Zero). Following Nish's death, Vinny has felt especially low on screen time, but given the tease of a romance with Penny Branning, could this finally be Vinny's time to shine? Actor Shiv Jalota previously teased Digital Spy that he would be getting a "beautiful" storyline soon, so perhaps this could be it... 8. Vicki Fowler (Alice Haig) One of the best soap recasts in recent years has to be Alice Haig as Vicki Fowler. A true legacy character who hadn't been used in 20 years, and something of an accent-shifting mischief maker in her last stint as a young woman, how would the daughter of Den Watts (Leslie Grantham) and Michelle Fowler (Susan Tully, Jenna Russell) turn out as an adult? Well, drafting in Haig and channelling the brittle and resilient spirit of Tully's Michelle was a fantastic start, and Haig's performance has only gone from strength to strength – being one of the high points of the misogyny storyline surrounding her partner's son, Joel Marshall (Max Murray). Vicki is fitted in so well with the community of Walford and the soap has made the most of the character's history with other residents, which has been vital in the absence of Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean). With Joel's trial and a love triangle with Ross Marshall (Alex Walkinshaw) and Sharon's half-brother Zack Hudson (James Farrar), it seems there's a well of drama for Vicki to front and we hope the soap makes the most of it. 9. Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho) Aside from the vital representation of neurodivergence that he brings to the soap, Kojo Asare is also a warm, amusing, and loyal character in his own right, with a touching performance from Dayo Koleosho. Since he arrived in 2024, we have also borne witness to Kojo's attempts to gain agency, independence and strong friendships outside of the Knight/Asare clan. One of the brightest lights of the Ben Wadey era has to be the friendship between Kojo and his best friend, Harry Mitchell (the rather brilliant Elijah Holloway), making the most of a real-life friendship and chemistry and delivering a strong foundation to an otherwise repetitive drug plot. Now that the story surrounding Kojo's exploitation by a drug dealer is over, he is back living under the watchful eye of brother George Knight (Colin Salmon), but we hope we continue to see how Kojo navigates the community of Walford with stories in his own right in 2026. 10. Sam Mitchell (Kim Medcalf) Yes, we know that Sam Mitchell (Kim Medcalf) is only back for a short stint amid her current breast cancer storyline and reunion with Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) and Chrissie Watts (Tracy-Ann Oberman), but we need her for longer! To risk sounding like a broken record, but Sam is such a strong character and Medcalf such a natural and moving performer who works well with so many co-stars, that every scene we get with her at present just demonstrates what an asset to the show they both are. Whether it's navigating grief, health fears, motherhood, grandmotherhood or friendship, Medcalf delivers the material wonderfully, and Sam feels primed to take a leading role in the Mitchell clan alongside brother Phil. Whatever happens, when Sam goes again, we need her back ASAP and, ideally, for good! 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EastEnders airs haunting return before incident leaves character fighting for life in early BBC iPlayer release
Spoiler warning for Thursday 8th January 2026.
**Warning: Contains major spoilers for the Thursday 8th January 2026 episode of EastEnders, available now on BBC iPlayer.** EastEnders has aired more disturbing scenes for Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara) in Thursday's episode. The BBC One soap aired return scenes of actor Navin Chowdhry as Nish Panesar's presence haunted Ravi's mind, when he experienced nightmarish hallucinations after having been spiked by a vengeful Nicola Mitchell (Laura Doddington) for her son Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway), whom Ravi had exploited to sell drugs and was complicit in the illegal imprisonment of. At the conclusion of Wednesday's episode, Harry left a spiked Ravi in the pit of The Arches as he experienced auditory hallucinations, including hearing his father, Nish. As Thursday's episode began, a tormented Ravi managed to climb his way out of the pit before he began to see Nish, who continued to taunt him, including about the fact that Ravi was the one to murder him on New Year's Day 2025. Ravi eventually managed to get away through a fire exit and staggered through the streets as he broke down to his hallucination of Nish (Chowdhry wonderfully chewing the scenery), asking why he had abandoned him as a child, all while revellers mocked Ravi's behaviour. Meanwhile, Ravi's concerned partner Priya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy), half-brother Vinny Panesar (Shiv Jalota) and son Davinder "Nugget" Gulati (Juhaim Rasul Choudhury) all searched for a missing Ravi when he didn't return home and was unreachable. Eventually, Nugget found his father on the street, but a hallucinating Ravi believed his son to be a violent Nish and proceeded to slam Nugget against a wall and punch him on the floor before fleeing - not realising what he had done. Vinny then came across a beaten Nugget, and he was rushed to the hospital, where a distraught Priya rushed to him, with Vinny revealing that doctors had to put Nugget in a coma. As Priya broke down in Vinny's arms as Nugget was rushed off for emergency surgery, we cut away to see a still drugged Ravi collapsing outside onto rubbish bags. How can Ravi ever live with himself now? Spoilers for next week have shown that Ravi will come to on Monday and eventually have the dark truth of what happened dawn on him and quickly come clean to Priya. Can Ravi ever be forgiven? The scenes are set to kick off a mental health crisis for Ravi, along with the struggles caused by his turning into an informant. Speaking to RadioTimes.com and other media at a recent press screening, Ben Wadey revealed that the consequences of Ravi's actions will weigh heavily on his mental health. "We've got a big story for Ravi going forward as he faces the consequences of his actions and all the awful things that he did in the previous few months, and what that starts to do to his psyche and his family," he explained. Well, if Thiara's performance to come is like today's, then viewers are in for some strong scenes ahead. Read more: EastEnders cast: Who is joining, leaving and returning to the soap? 21 EastEnders questions we have following that epic Max Branning flashforward episode EastEnders fans spot major clue to 'reveal' mysterious man from flashforward episode EastEnders star hints at villain's return with social media post alongside new cast member EastEnders boss teases "tragedy comedy" 2026 story with newcomer Bea – and it involves a beloved Walford couple EastEnders boss teases love triangle scenes for Vicki Fowler as disturbed Joel Marshall finally goes to trial in 2026 Visit our dedicated EastEnders page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. Add EastEnders to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Traitors Ireland season 1 finally gets UK release date confirmed by the BBC
The Traitors Ireland is finally making its way to BBC One, and there are only a few weeks left to go. The high stakes reality series has certainly had the nation talking in recent weeks, with the fourth season of the UK series throwing in all kinds of twists to keep the players and viewers alike on their toes. The Irish edition aired on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player towards the end of last summer, but there were no details as to when UK audiences could expect it tune in, until now. The BBC programmes website has listed The Traitors Ireland to air at midnight on Saturday 24th January on BBC One, followed immediately by the second episode an hour later. This will be hours after the winner of The Traitors UK season 4 is crowned. The synopsis teases: "Twenty-four players face off in Ireland's ultimate murder mystery game." The series is hosted by actress and comedian Siobhán McSweeney, who oversees 24 players as they attempt to win €50,000 without getting murdered or banished, all while the Traitors walk among them, trying to get their hands on the money instead. As ever, the group of players embark on missions as they work together to add more money to the prize pot. For those who survive to the end, they have the chance of winning a life-changing sum, but if a Traitor remains undetected, they'll be able to steal all the money. There is currently a whole host of Traitors content available to watch in the UK already, with seasons from the US, New Zealand and Australia available on BBC iPlayer right now. The Traitors Ireland will air on BBC One on Saturday 24th January. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Gladiators season 3 start date confirmed by BBC as beloved show returns
Gladiators is finally making a return to TV screens and there isn't long to go before everyone's favourite superhumans go head-to-head with brave contenders from the public. The popular series returns on Saturday 17th January at 5:45pm on BBC One and iPlayer and there is plenty to get excited for! Saturday night superheroes Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone, Diamond, Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury, Giant, Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel and Viper will all return, and the BBC has already teased classic Legend quips, anger from Viper and some stern words from Mark Clattenburg. Presenting duo Bradley and Barney Walsh return to their hosting duties once more, as they welcome a fresh batch of determined contenders to take on the Gladiators in five energy-sapping events. Kicking things off, Giant has the battle of his life, Legend's nose is put out of joint and there's total devastation in a brutal, brand new event. Gladiators has proven to be hugely popular since its revival in 2024, with its first episode becoming the biggest launch for a new entertainment series in seven years – since the launch of Let It Shine in January 2017. Kalpna Patel-Knight, Head of Entertainment at the BBC said at the time: "The return of Gladiators has taken the nation by storm with viewing figures showing that Saturday nights in are back on BBC One for all the family. "The hugely popular presenting duo of Bradley and Barney combined with the timeless excitement of seeing the Gladiators and contenders in action means the series continues to captivate audiences across the UK." If you simply can't wait, seasons 1 and 2 are available to watch on iPlayer to relive all the exhilarating moments. Gladiators returns on Saturday 17th January at 5:45pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Add Gladiators to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Run Away star reveals they was approached for Celebrity Traitors season 2 – but turned it down for surprising reason
James Nesbitt has revealed he was asked to appear in the next season of Celebrity Traitors, but turned down the chance to take part in the hit reality series. The actor, who is no stranger to playing detective, admitted he had been approached for season 2, but said no because he was "too scared". During an appearance on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show, Nesbitt said: "When I was asked, because I was in at the BBC, and I went, 'Oh, sounds amazing.' "Then I spoke to my agent and he said no. Because I just thought, 'How do I follow that?' It was so brilliant." The Celebrity Traitors was a phenomenal hit for the BBC last year, so much so just days after its conclusion, it was announced the series would be returning in 2026. Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment at the BBC, said of the renewal: "Studio Lambert have done an outstanding job as The Celebrity Traitors has well and truly captivated the nation, becoming a bona fide highlight of the year bringing record numbers of people together to enjoy every twist and turn. "In 2026 the doors of the castle will be opened again to welcome celebrity players to the game to see who can charm, who can scheme and ultimately who can survive in series two which promises to be just as unmissable as the first. "Plus with Uncloaked returning and today’s news of the positive contribution The Traitors brand has made to Scotland’s economy, there is plenty to celebrate." Read more: Love Island boss explains why show will remain the "number one dating show in the world" Tom Hiddleston wants to do Celebrity Traitors - and reveals which role he would like to have in it The final episode, which saw Alan Carr win as a Traitor, achieved an incredible 15 million viewers, and it soon became the biggest on demand audience of any series across the market at seven days since records began. The renewal was also announced alongside the publication of a new Economic Impact Report, which revealed that The Traitors franchise – including the UK, US and Celebrity editions – has generated an estimated £21.8 million boost in Gross Value Added (GVA) to Scotland’s economy since filming began in 2022. The Celebrity Traitors will return to BBC One later this year. Season 1 is available to watch on BBC iPlayer now. Add The Celebrity Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is the ‘Secret Traitor’? All the theories so far
Who on earth is the Secret Traitor? That has been the question on the minds of the nation ever since The Traitors introduced one of its biggest twists to date. The fourth outing of the reality series kicked off 2026 in style as Claudia Winkleman chose her secret Traitor, a player who would work alone and hold more power than any of the others in the game. Over the past two episodes, the chosen player has provided a murder shortlist for the three Traitors to choose from each night. While the secret Traitor has hidden in plain sight so far, tonight's episode (7th January), it seems all will be revealed to Stephen, Rachel and those tuning in at home. With the identity still a secret for now, let's get theorising... Who is the Secret Traitor? All the theories so far Ellie Could it have just been a poorly put together sentence or is Ellie hiding something? In the third episode, Ellie spoke to the camera and said: "If I'm too quiet, people will start to think I'm some sort of secret Traitor." Fans have immediately rushed to social media to speculate if this was an innocent comment or has Ellie let slip the biggest reveal of all. Amanda Who better to go undercover in The Traitors castle than a retired police detective? Amanda certainly has the skillset and techniques to be the secret Traitor and she even said: "My Jekyll and Hyde personality is my secret weapon." Fiona For eagle-eyed fans, they have been paying attention to the handwriting of the secret Traitor and that of those at the round table and Fiona's is somewhat similar. But that isn't all, Fiona also shared she wasn't interested in receiving a shield during the latest mission, which is rather telling as she knows she's immune from murder and therefore wouldn't need the protection. Harriet Harriet is currently lauded as the best Faithful in the castle thanks to her crusade in banishing Hugo, but could this be a secret Traitor turning on a Traitor? She is also hiding the fact she once worked as a barrister from the group, so it might be rather easy to hide yet something else from the group. Jade Another player who appeared slightly reserved after the Traitors were chosen was Jade, which aroused suspicion among the Faithful. "Jade was looking straight down and she looked terrified, like, really scared," one contestant noted, adding: "It could be nerves, I don't know, but that's the only thing I've got." Judy One theory amongst the three Traitors is that Judy could be the secret Traitor, albeit with rather slim evidence to suggest why. After the Traitors were chosen at the roundtable, the other players said they felt a "shift" in Judy. At that point in the game, if Judy were chosen by Claudia she would believe she was picked to be a Traitor, but not yet a secret one. And when the Traitors received their shortlist at the end of episode 1, their attention turned to Judy. Stephen told the others: "I think it could be Judy, I just have a feeling she could be the person behind all this." This ultimately proved to be incorrect as Judy was banished from the castle and revealed herself to be a Faithful. You can also tweet us @RadioTimes if we've missed a theory off the list – otherwise, happy guessing! The Traitors season 4 continues on Wednesday 7th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
EastEnders airs horrific return for killer villain in nightmarish early BBC iPlayer release
Spoiler warning for Wednesday 7th January 2026.
**Warning: Contains major spoilers for the Wednesday 7th January 2026 episode of EastEnders, available now on BBC iPlayer.** EastEnders has aired an ominous return for the late Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry) after his death on New Year's Day 2025 last year. The BBC One soap has tackled a dark revenge plot from a traumatised Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway) and his mother Nicola (Laura Doddington) following Ravi Gulati's exploitation of Harry and his best friend Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho) last year, which ended with Harry being held prisoner, relapsing and then killing Tobias "Okie" Okyere (Aayan Ibikunle Shoderu) in self-defence and his dad Teddy (Roland Manookian) taking the fall for Okie's murder. To stop Harry from delivering a violent reprisal on Ravi (Aaron Thiara) – who escaped justice following his arrest for human trafficking by becoming an informant for the police on his criminal paymasters – Nicola plotted another revenge: spiking Ravi with hallucinogenic drugs and then being led into the Arches to be tormented by Harry. In Wednesday's episode, Ravi felt left out when partner Priya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy) and their children headed over to Ravi's stepmother Suki Panesar-Unwin's (Balvinder Sopal) house for an adoption agency assessment alongside her wife Eve Panesar-Unwin (Heather Peace). Ravi headed to Nicola's nightclub, Harry's Barn, and drank with a grieving Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker) before Nicola offered a free drink each for the pair, but Ravi's was spiked. As Ravi staggered out of the club, Harry led him away and steered him to the pit of the Arches and began taunting him until Harry's uncle Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) forced Harry to leave – unbeknownst to him that he had Ravi a prisoner in the pit. However, down in the dark shadows of the pit, Ravi began to experience hallucinations. As he stared into the darkness after screaming for help, Ravi heard the voice of his father, Nish, telling him that there would be no help for his son. Ravi then began cowering and screaming as the episode ended, in a chillingly panicked turn from actor Aaron Thiara. The scenes are set to kick off a mental health crisis for Ravi, along with the struggles caused by his turning into an informant. Last year, Nish was pushed to his death by his son Ravi after having goaded him following years of abuse, neglect and Nish's plot to kill Suki and Eve, as actor Navin Chowdhry exited the soap. Chowdhry was credited for Wednesday's episode for his voice work, but we'll have to wait and see what Ravi experiences in tomorrow's episode. Read more: 5 EastEnders spoilers next week: Ravi Gulati causes a serious incident after being spiked EastEnders cast: Who is joining, leaving and returning to the soap? 21 EastEnders questions we have following that epic Max Branning flashforward episode EastEnders fans spot major clue to 'reveal' mysterious man from flashforward episode EastEnders star hints at villain's return with social media post alongside new cast member EastEnders boss teases "tragedy comedy" 2026 story with newcomer Bea – and it involves a beloved Walford couple EastEnders boss teases love triangle scenes for Vicki Fowler as disturbed Joel Marshall finally goes to trial in 2026 Visit our dedicated EastEnders page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. Add EastEnders to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Waterloo Road confirms grooming storyline for season 17 involving a popular pupil and a new villain
The storyline will see a new character abuse his position of power.
This article contains references to grooming that some readers may find distressing. Waterloo Road has announced a new grooming storyline for season 17 involving newcomer Anthony Wallace (Karl Davies). The upcoming storyline will see the character, who is set to join the series as the ex-husband of Nicky Walters (Kym Marsh) and the school’s football coach, abuse his position of power to exploit Portia Weever (Maisey Robinson). The team behind the BBC drama has worked with the NSPCC on the upcoming storyline to ensure that the issues are portrayed sensitively. Cameron Roach, Founder of Rope Ladder Fiction and Executive Producer for Waterloo Road said: "Waterloo Road has a strong tradition of highlighting difficult issues young people face. Portia, played by Maisey Robinson, has proven to be one of our most popular new characters, and our writing team felt she could portray a truth around this very difficult subject matter." He continued: "Working with the NSPCC and other experts in the field, we have been able to raise awareness of an important social issue, and demonstrate to young viewers that help, and support are always close at hand if needed.” Helen Westerman, NSPCC Strategic Service Manager for Local Campaigns, added “Child sexual abuse or exploitation can have lifelong effects on those who experience it, so it is vital that parents, carers and young people know how to identify when something might be wrong. "Having topics like grooming explored sensitively in flagship shows like Waterloo Road helps share important information with viewers and signpost to essential resources, like the NSPCC Helpline and Childline services, which are available to offer support around the clock.” The BBC has teased that the new season will follow new Deputy Darius (Jon Richardson) as he goes to great lengths to keep his power, while the arrival of excluded students and familiar faces causes chaos. "Love is in the air, and with prom and a wedding on the horizon, the teaching staff and students of Waterloo Road aren’t shy of any new challenges'" the official synopsis continues. One returning face this season will be Denise Welch, who's reprising her role as OG character Steph Haydock. Speaking about her return, the actress recently told RadioTimes.com and other media: "Steph's come back with a bang." She continued: "Her heart is in the right place, but she's completely inappropriate and says what she thinks, but somehow manages to often do the right thing, usually by default. "So that's what lured me back." Waterloo Road season 17 will arrive on BBC iPlayer at 6am on Tuesday 6th January, with the first two episodes airing that evening on BBC One at 9pm and 10:40pm. Previous seasons are available to stream on BBC iPlayer now. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guideto see what's on tonight. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.