Alan Carr 'hurt' by Paloma Faith drama on Celebrity Traitors and says 'so sorry'
The Celebrity Traitors winner Alan Carr opened up about the emotional tension with his friend and co-star Paloma Faith, which became one of the most talked-about moments of the BBC series.
After being revealed as the winner, Alan admitted that betraying Paloma felt extremely difficult, even though it was part of the game. He said he truly valued their friendship and was proud of her as an artist.
“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,”
On the spin-off show Uncloaked, Alan personally apologized to Paloma, expressing that he was “so sorry” for what happened. The singer grew emotional but praised Alan, acknowledging that he deserved the title and victory despite the circumstances.
Paloma’s earlier elimination came as a shock after she was “murdered” in broad daylight by the Traitors, only to later discover her close friend was responsible. The revelation fueled a major theme throughout the show as other contestants and viewers wondered how Alan could betray someone he cared about so deeply.
After the finale, Alan reflected on the struggle of playing the Traitor role. Winning for his chosen charity alongside co-stars David Olusoga and Nick Mohammed left him conflicted, as his triumph carried a heavy emotional toll.
Author’s Summary
Alan Carr’s heartfelt apology to Paloma Faith revealed the personal cost behind his victory on The Celebrity Traitors, showcasing both guilt and genuine friendship beyond the game.