The UK's entertainment landscape is set to be enriched with several celebrity-focused reality television series in the coming months. These shows promise to captivate audiences with a blend of star power, competition, and unique formats.
"The Celebrity Traitors," a spin-off of the popular series "The Traitors," is slated to premiere on BBC One in Autumn 2025. Hosted by Claudia Winkleman, the show will feature a diverse lineup of celebrities competing in a murder-mystery format. Confirmed participants include Olympian Tom Daley, comedian Bob Mortimer, actor Stephen Fry, television presenter Jonathan Ross, and sports broadcaster Clare Balding. Filming took place at Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands, with production concluding in May 2025. The series will consist of nine episodes, airing over three weeks, and is expected to offer a fresh twist on the original format.
Another highly anticipated show is "Strictly Come Dancing 2025," set to return to BBC One and BBC iPlayer in Autumn 2025. Following the success of Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell's victory in 2024, speculation is rife about the new celebrity contestants. Rumoured participants include actress Martine McCutcheon, television presenter Stacey Solomon, and comedian Miranda Hart. The professional dance lineup will feature returning favourites such as Katya Jones, Gorka Marquez, Johannes Radebe, and Nadiya Bychkova, alongside two new professionals. The judging panel remains unchanged, with Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton Du Beke. Hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will also return. While no specific start date has been announced, the season is expected to launch around mid-September, continuing the show's tradition of themed weeks and group routines.
Additionally, "Celebrity Big Brother 2025" has returned, airing nightly on ITV1, ITVX, STV, and STV Player, with its live final scheduled for April 25, 2025. Hosted by AJ Odudu and Will Best, the show features a diverse group of celebrity housemates, including EastEnders star Patsy Palmer, actor Mickey Rourke, and Olympic athlete Daley Thompson. As of now, six finalists—Chesney, Chris, Danny, Donna, Jack, and JoJo—are competing for the top prize. The house has moved to a new location, and viewers can engage with the show through behind-the-scenes content and late-night coverage. The series continues to gain popularity, with over 100 million streams on ITVX, and includes exclusive interviews with evictees and commentary from hosts and guest celebrities.
These upcoming series highlight the UK's commitment to delivering engaging and star-studded reality television, offering audiences a variety of entertainment options in the near future.
