Celebrity Traitors Series 2 Odds: Super-Fan Michael Sheen Set For Castle Stint?
The Celebrity Traitors bosses have picked their series two line-up, according to host Claudia Winkleman.
The show's presenter has confirmed there are more "big dogs" to feature in the new series, and one is the new favourite on betting sites to take part in the second instalment.
During a recent appearance on The One Show, Claudia was asked if viewers will see more big dogs in the new series, and she replied: "There certainly are.
"The people who make it are extraordinary and they had to repeat the people twice to me because I was like, 'Huh, are you joking? Come again.'
"So, we’re incredibly lucky."
Sheen's Dream Role
Fans of Welsh actor Michael Sheen might be particularly lucky, because the Good Omens star is said to have signed up for the series.
He is now 4/7 favourite on betting apps to sign up for the programme, and is said to be "very much seen as a big dog".
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Michael has had a lot of practice playing lying, duplicitous and scheming men - the Traitors should be a breeze.
"He is very much seen as a ‘big dog’ signing. Behind the scenes, everyone is hugely excited."
Celebrity Traitors Series 2 Odds: Who Will Be Cast?
Celebrity | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
Michael Sheen | 4/7 | 63.6% |
Angela Scanlon | 8/13 | 61.9% |
Jason Manford | 4/6 | 60% |
Liam Gallagher | 8/11 | 57.9% |
Cheryl Tweedy | 5/6 | 54.5% |
Hugh Grant | 10/11 | 52.4% |
Daisy May Cooper | Evens | 50% |
Steve Pemberton | 11/10 | 47.6% |
Ruth Jones | 5/4 | 44.4% |
Danny Dyer | 11/8 | 42.1% |
Alison Hammond | 6/4 | 40.0% |
Erin Doherty | 13/8 | 38.1% |
Kerry Katona | 7/4 | 36.4% |
Gareth Southgate | 15/8 | 34.8% |
Bob Mortimer | 2/1 | 33.3% |
Joanne McNally | 9/4 | 30.8% |
Coleen Rooney | 3/1 | 25% |
David Mitchell | 3/1 | 25% |
Courteney Cox | 4/1 | 20% |
Carol Kirkwood | 5/1 | 16.7% |
Tom Hiddleston | 5/1 | 16.7% |
Amanda Holden | 8/1 | 11.1% |
Michael is such a big fan of the show he previously received a birthday video message from Diane Carson, who took part in series two of The Traitors alongside her son Ross Carson.
The source added: "It makes total sense that he would want to be a part of it.
"This year’s show has some incredible names, a real blend of characters, and promises to be incredible."
Some of Sheen's previous portrayals may or may not come in handy in the castle - he's played the likes of former Prime Minister Tony Blair, and legendary football manager Brian Clough, as well as former Roman emperor Nero.
"Michael Sheen has to be one of the biggest celebrity fans of The Traitors around, so it makes complete sense to sign him up for The Celebrity Traitors series two. He will certainly be one of the big dogs in the show, but it sounds like he will not be alone."
Danny Drifter
Danny Dyer has drifted from 4/5 to 11/8 to take part in this year's Celebrity Traitors - after he distanced himself from the project.
The Rivals actor is one of several stars who have been linked to series two, but he recently insisted the BBC haven't even approached him.
When asked about the speculation during an appearance on The Jonathan Ross Show last month, Danny insisted it was "absolute b******s".
He added: "I don’t know why they’re saying it.
"If they ask me I’ll do it, but no one’s asked me.
"I would f***ing declare it. I’m not on it, you’ll see when it comes on."
Last October, Danny admitted he would be keen to be part of the new series after watching season one.
Speaking on his and daughter Dani Dyer's Live and Let Dyers podcast, he said: "I’m into it - they did sniff round me about it, I’d never seen it so it was a ‘no’ from me because for one I hadn’t seen it but now I’m into it... if you’re going to do it, if you're famous, it needs to be an indulgence project, you have to love the game."
Danny joked he would be up for it "if the money’s right", but he would want to be a Traitor, because it would be "more fun".
Fellow TV stars Angela Scanlon (8/13) and Jason Manford (4/6) also look set to take part in the new Celebrity Traitors series, and there could be some big dogs from the music world, too.
Triple Big Dog Threat
Oasis star Liam Gallagher (8/11), pop star Cheryl Tweedy (5/6) and Hollywood actor Hugh Grant (10/11) could be a huge triple threat if they are confirmed for The Celebrity Traitors series two.
Unlike with Danny, Liam has confirmed the BBC have been in touch with him about appearing in the second series.
Quizzed by a supporter whether he would go on Celebrity Traitors if asked, he recently replied: "I’ve been asked".
The same fan wrote: "You’d make a great traitor," and also posted: "Omg you got to do it !!"
Liam didn't reveal whether he has accepted an offer to take part or not, and he played it down when quizzed about the show by another supporter.
Hugh would also be a huge coup for BBC chiefs.
A TV insider told The Sun on Sunday: "Bosses are determined not to get the same tired reality stars who sign up to every series going."
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