Alan Carr Expresses Remorse Over Paloma Faith Drama on Celebrity Traitors
Alan Carr, the winner of Celebrity Traitors, opened up about the difficult moment involving his friend and co-star Paloma Faith during the BBC series. He described betraying Paloma as "awful" and admitted that it "really hurt."
Alan's Apology and Emotional Revelation
Speaking live on the spin-off show Uncloaked, Alan apologized directly to Paloma, saying he was "so sorry" for his actions on the show. The revelation that he was a Traitor shocked both Paloma and viewers, especially since Paloma had been eliminated early in the series, leading to anger and confusion about his role.
Paloma Faith's Reaction
Paloma shared her sadness over the betrayal but grew emotional when acknowledging why Alan deserved to win. Earlier in the series, her elimination—caused by Alan's Traitor role—had been a major turning point, leaving her visibly upset and furious.
Audience and Co-Star Responses
After Paloma's elimination, other stars and fans repeatedly questioned Alan about how he could betray such a close friend. The theme of Alan's betrayal became central to the show’s drama and kept audiences engaged.
Alan's Victory and Mixed Emotions
Upon hearing he had won the prize money for his charity, Alan was emotional but conflicted, feeling guilty about lying during the competition. He expressed deep respect and fondness for Paloma, calling himself a long-time fan of her music and emphasizing their friendship.
"It was awful. So awful, and weird because I love Paloma. I'm a fan of her music, I've been a fan of her for ages and we're friends, it absolutely, really hurt."
Alan also beat other co-stars and fan favorites, including David Olusoga and Nick Mohammed, to claim victory.
Summary: Alan Carr openly regrets betraying Paloma Faith on Celebrity Traitors, expressing heartfelt apologies and highlighting the emotional complexity behind his win and friendship.