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Scottish Sun
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The Traitors chaos as iconic castle hit by ‘nightmare' plague of insects which put film crew ‘through hell'
Scroll down to read about the drastic measures the crew had to take to protect themselves INSECT INFIL-TRAITORS The Traitors chaos as iconic castle hit by 'nightmare' plague of insects which put film crew 'through hell' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TRAITORS might be a hellish experience for some contestants - but filming for the latest series has proved worse for the crew this time around. Filming has just wrapped on the civilian series of the show and it couldn't come a moment too soon for the crew who have been terrorised by Scottish wildlife. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 The Traitors' Ardross Castle has been hit by 'nightmare' plague of insects Credit: The Scottish Highlands' Ardross Castle where the show is filmed has had a huge increase in tick population - not to mention midges and mosquitos - and the Traitors cast and crew have become well aware of it. They've had to take drastic measures to save themselves from an itchy month of torture. A source said: 'There are always challenges filming outdoors but this time is was worse than ever. 'The crew were having to wear nets over their heads to stop themselves from being bitten. 'And ticks were a nightmare - some became experts in getting them out of people's bodies fully. 'Normally it's the contestants that are put through their paces, but this time the crew went through hell.' The recent heatwaves have contributed to the increase in insect population. The BBC has been contacted for comment. Fans will still have a long wait to see either of the new series of The Traitors. While the celebrity version is set to air later this year, the third civilian version most likely won't debut until early 2026. Claudia Winkleman will return to host the show that has become a ratings smash and a worldwide hit for the BBC. Watch as original The Traitors star undergoes facelift for Olivia Attwood's ITV show after TV fame
The Irish Sun
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
The Traitors chaos as iconic castle hit by ‘nightmare' plague of insects which put film crew ‘through hell'
TRAITORS might be a hellish experience for some contestants - but filming for the latest series has proved worse for the crew this time around. Filming has just wrapped on the civilian series of the show and it couldn't come a moment too soon for the crew who have been terrorised by Scottish wildlife. 2 The Traitors' Ardross Castle has been hit by 'nightmare' plague of insects Credit: The They've had to take drastic measures to save themselves from an itchy month of torture. A source said: 'There are always challenges filming outdoors but this time is was worse than ever. 'The crew were having to wear nets over their heads to stop themselves from being bitten. Read more on The Traitors 'And ticks were a nightmare - some became experts in getting them out of people's bodies fully. 'Normally it's the contestants that are put through their paces, but this time the crew went through hell.' The recent heatwaves have contributed to the increase in insect population. The BBC has been contacted for comment. Most read in News TV Fans will still have a long wait to see either of the new series of The Traitors. While the Claudia Winkleman will return to host the show that has become a ratings smash and a worldwide hit for the BBC. Watch as original The Traitors star undergoes facelift for Olivia Attwood's ITV show after TV fame 2 Crew and cast on The Traitors, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, have had to take drastic steps to protect themselves from the insects
Scottish Sun
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Former Traitors star reveals how to win BBC show ahead of Celebrity edition and hints of castle return
Plus, scroll down to find out why EastEnders will be going back in time next week STAYING FAITHFUL Former Traitors star reveals how to win BBC show ahead of Celebrity edition and hints of castle return TRAITORS fan favourite Diane Carson has issued a warning to the famous faces who are going to appear in the show's celebrity version. She told me: 'They should park their career and just get on with playing the game. It's important to have fun.' Advertisement 4 Traitors star Diane Carson warns celebrity contestants to forget their careers and focus on having fun Credit: BBC Alan Carr, Jonathan Ross and Stephen Fry have all signed up to Celebrity Traitors, which will air on BBC One later this year. And Diane, who was in last year's series with son Ross, would like to return to Ardross Castle for a second stint. She said: 'I would play the game very differently the next time around. 'I'd be ready to get more involved.' Advertisement VE Day party at the Vic Albert Square will take a step back in time for a special VE Day episode next week. To mark the 80th anniversary of the German surrender in World War Two, EastEnders will see the residents of Walford come together and party like it is . . . 1995. 4 Albert Square marks VE Day with a nostalgic EastEnders party to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the German surrender Credit: BBC 4 Nigel believes he's back in the Nineties as his dementia symptoms take hold in the VE Day episode Credit: BBC Advertisement 4 EastEnders fans saw vulnerable Nigel attacked by thugs after struggling with fears of becoming a burden With symptoms of his dementia taking hold, Paul Bradley's Nigel will be convinced that he is back in the Nineties, and that a party has been planned to mark the 50th anniversary of the surrender. The celebration takes place in The Queen Vic after Gillian Wright's Jean convinces landlady Linda, played by Kellie Bright, to re-open it after the devastating fire earlier this year. The VE Day episode will feature nods to wartime Britain, with historical footage laced into the action. Advertisement And Nigel, who rejoined the BBC One soap over Christmas after more than a quarter of a century off-screen, will take to the dance floor and prove he has still got life left in him. Celebrity Traitors 2025: Meet the Full Cast Line-up Just days ago fans watched as the vulnerable pensioner, who had been considering ending his own life so that he would not become a burden, was attacked by a gang of thugs. EastEnders continues tonight at 7.30pm. Alfred Sirieix and Rob Rinder are among the celebrities who will feature in a new Horrible Histories spin-off. Advertisement Horrible Science will look at everything from Sir Isaac Newton's discovery of gravity to Albert Einstein's theory of relativity when it launches on CBBC on May 9. Irish dancers will battle it out in a new Sky series that follows them and their teachers on the road to their biggest championships. Three-part series The Battle Of The Irish Dancers, on Sky Arts and Now later this year, will showcase the skill and discipline needed by the pros. Brenda new sub She waved goodbye to Vera earlier this year – but Brenda Blethyn has already signed up for a new Channel 4 drama. Advertisement She will play Emma Harte in rags-to-riches story A Woman Of Substance, adapted from the 1979 Barbara Taylor Bradford novel. Brenda will be joined by Jessica Reynolds, who is playing the younger Emma. Deborah Kerr and Jenny Seagrove played the roles in a 1984 version, which was also on Channel 4. Brenda said: 'I'm overjoyed to be taking on this iconic role in the footsteps of the great Deborah – as a fan of (the novel), it is an unmissable opportunity to play the fierce Emma Harte.' Advertisement
The Sun
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Former Traitors star reveals how to win BBC show ahead of Celebrity edition and hints of castle return
TRAITORS fan favourite Diane Carson has issued a warning to the famous faces who are going to appear in the show's celebrity version. She told me: 'They should park their career and just get on with playing the game. It's important to have fun.' 4 Alan Carr, Jonathan Ross and Stephen Fry have all signed up to Celebrity Traitors, which will air on BBC One later this year. And Diane, who was in last year's series with son Ross, would like to return to Ardross Castle for a second stint. She said: 'I would play the game very differently the next time around. 'I'd be ready to get more involved.' VE Day party at the Vic Albert Square will take a step back in time for a special VE Day episode next week. To mark the 80th anniversary of the German surrender in World War Two, EastEnders will see the residents of Walford come together and party like it is . . . 1995. 4 4 4 With symptoms of his dementia taking hold, Paul Bradley's Nigel will be convinced that he is back in the Nineties, and that a party has been planned to mark the 50th anniversary of the surrender. The celebration takes place in The Queen Vic after Gillian Wright's Jean convinces landlady Linda, played by Kellie Bright, to re-open it after the devastating fire earlier this year. The VE Day episode will feature nods to wartime Britain, with historical footage laced into the action. And Nigel, who rejoined the BBC One soap over Christmas after more than a quarter of a century off-screen, will take to the dance floor and prove he has still got life left in him. Celebrity Traitors 2025: Meet the Full Cast Line-up Just days ago fans watched as the vulnerable pensioner, who had been considering ending his own life so that he would not become a burden, was attacked by a gang of thugs. EastEnders continues tonight at 7.30pm. Alfred Sirieix and Rob Rinder are among the celebrities who will feature in a new Horrible Histories spin-off. Horrible Science will look at everything from Sir Isaac Newton's discovery of gravity to Albert Einstein's theory of relativity when it launches on CBBC on May 9. Irish dancers will battle it out in a new Sky series that follows them and their teachers on the road to their biggest championships. Three-part series The Battle Of The Irish Dancers, on Sky Arts and Now later this year, will showcase the skill and discipline needed by the pros. Brenda new sub She waved goodbye to Vera earlier this year – but Brenda Blethyn has already signed up for a new Channel 4 drama. She will play Emma Harte in rags-to-riches story A Woman Of Substance, adapted from the 1979 Barbara Taylor Bradford novel. Brenda will be joined by Jessica Reynolds, who is playing the younger Emma. Deborah Kerr and Jenny Seagrove played the roles in a 1984 version, which was also on Channel 4. Brenda said: 'I'm overjoyed to be taking on this iconic role in the footsteps of the great Deborah – as a fan of (the novel), it is an unmissable opportunity to play the fierce Emma Harte.'
The Irish Sun
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Former Traitors star reveals how to win BBC show ahead of Celebrity edition and hints of castle return
TRAITORS fan favourite Diane Carson has issued a warning to the famous faces who are going to appear in the show's celebrity version. She told me: 'They should park their career and just get on with playing the game. It's important to have fun.' 4 Traitors star Diane Carson warns celebrity contestants to forget their careers and focus on having fun Credit: BBC Alan Carr, Jonathan Ross and And She said: 'I would play the game very differently the next time around. 'I'd be ready to get more involved.' READ MORE ON TRAITORS VE Day party at the Vic Albert Square will take a step back in time for a special VE Day episode next week. To mark the 80th anniversary of the German surrender in World War Two, EastEnders will see the residents of Walford come together and party like it is . . . 1995. 4 Albert Square marks VE Day with a nostalgic EastEnders party to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the German surrender Credit: BBC 4 Nigel believes he's back in the Nineties as his dementia symptoms take hold in the VE Day episode Credit: BBC 4 EastEnders fans saw vulnerable Nigel attacked by thugs after struggling with fears of becoming a burden The celebration takes place in The Queen Vic after Gillian Wright's Jean convinces landlady Linda, played by Kellie Bright, to re-open it after the devastating fire earlier this year. Most read in News TV The VE Day episode will feature nods to wartime Britain, with historical footage laced into the action. And Celebrity Traitors 2025: Meet the Full Cast Line-up Just days ago fans watched as the vulnerable pensioner, who had been considering ending his own life so that he would not become a burden, EastEnders continues tonight at 7.30pm. Alfred Sirieix and Rob Rinder are among the celebrities who will feature in a new Horrible Histories spin-off. Horrible Science will look at everything from Sir Isaac Newton's discovery of gravity to Albert Einstein's theory of relativity when it launches on CBBC on May 9. Irish dancers will battle it out in a new Sky series that follows them and their teachers on the road to their biggest championships. Three-part series The Battle Of The Irish Dancers, on Sky Arts and Now later this year, will showcase the skill and discipline needed by the pros. Brenda new sub She waved goodbye to Vera earlier this year – but She will play Emma Harte in rags-to-riches story A Woman Of Substance, adapted from the 1979 Barbara Taylor Bradford novel. Brenda will be joined by Jessica Reynolds, who is playing the younger Emma. Deborah Kerr and Brenda said: 'I'm overjoyed to be taking on this iconic role in the footsteps of the great Deborah – as a fan of (the novel), it is an unmissable opportunity to play the fierce Emma Harte.' Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club.
