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The Traitors Shut Out at 2025 TV BAFTAs Despite Fan Support

BBC's hit reality show fails to secure wins in three nominated categories, sparking backlash from its devoted fanbase as production continues on new seasons.

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Overview

  • The Traitors, a popular BBC reality game show, received three nominations at the 2025 TV BAFTAs but did not win in any category.
  • Channel 4's The Jury: Murder Trial won Best Reality, while Joe Lycett's Late Night Lycett and Strictly Come Dancing claimed the other categories The Traitors contested.
  • Fans expressed anger on social media, calling the show 'robbed' and criticizing the BAFTA panel for overlooking the series' cultural impact.
  • Claudia Winkleman, the show's host, lost the Best Entertainment Performance award to Joe Lycett, who did not attend the ceremony.
  • Despite the snub, the BBC reaffirmed its commitment to the franchise, with a fourth season and the first UK celebrity edition currently in production.