Rumors are swirling that the immensely popular show, The Traitors, may be introducing a celebrity edition to the UK audience.

With two successful seasons under its belt, the game show has thus far featured ordinary members of the public. However, other iterations of The Traitors, notably the US version, have ventured into the realm of celebrities. The American adaptation mixed celebrities with non-celebrities in its first season and shifted to an all-celebrity lineup in its second. Even former House of Commons Speaker John Bercow made an appearance, captivating American audiences with his iconic speeches at the round table.

According to The Sun, speculation is rife that Claudia Winkleman has set her sights on a Friends star, Courteney Cox, for the potential celebrity version of The Traitors. Allegedly, Winkleman has delved into her contacts and earmarked Cox to participate in the show.

This wouldn’t be Cox’s first involvement with The Traitors franchise. During a promotional event for the show’s second season, Winkleman teased Cox’s appearance, with Cox humorously feigning disappointment at the UK’s “no celebrities” rule.

Securing Courteney Cox for a potential celebrity edition would undoubtedly be a significant coup for The Traitors. Moreover, it presents an intriguing prospect for Winkleman herself to switch roles and partake in the game as a contestant, given her adept hosting skills.

In past discussions, Winkleman has shared her dream lineup for a celebrity special, suggesting figures like Victoria Coren Mitchell, Stephen Fry, Adam Woodyatt, and Andrew Garfield, who is a known fan of the show.

When approached for comment, the BBC remained tight-lipped, offering a cryptic “no comment” regarding the possibility of Courteney Cox’s involvement in a celebrity edition of The Traitors.