This article was published on TDPel Media. Thanks for reading!Claudia Winkleman, the ever-charismatic host of The Traitors, has shared the emotional moment that caused her to break down in tears during the show’s dramatic final episode.
The third season came to a thrilling conclusion with Faithfuls Leanne Quigley and Jake Brown emerging victorious, outsmarting the Traitors and securing the £94,600 prize.
But it wasn’t the end of the game that hit Claudia hardest; it was one particular banishment that took her by surprise.
In a candid chat on The Traitors: Uncloaked podcast, Claudia revealed that it was the banishment of contestant Minah that left her feeling emotional.
“I cried when Minah was banished,” Claudia admitted.
“I love all of them the same, but I felt Minah was like my little girl. And I loved her and the way she played. It felt like a shock to me.”
Fans were equally stunned when Minah, a 29-year-old call center manager, was betrayed by Charlotte Berman just days before the finale.
Minah had survived as a Traitor for ten episodes, chosen by Claudia in the first episode, and her unexpected exit clearly affected the host deeply.
Tough Moments Throughout the Game for Claudia
Claudia also recalled another intense moment during the game—when Frankie won the Seer power in the penultimate episode and had to make a crucial decision.
As the Seer, Frankie was given the opportunity to choose one player to reveal whether they were a Traitor or a Faithful.
Frankie chose Charlotte, hoping to confirm her status as a Faithful, though viewers were well aware of Charlotte’s true identity as a Traitor.
Claudia explained on the podcast, “When we were in that room and Frankie was deciding, I could hear my own heartbeat. It was so intense.”
This moment, alongside the emotional banishment, left Claudia reflecting on the game’s psychological toll. She admitted, “What are the chances she chooses her best friend, just for affirmation? I couldn’t believe it.”
Claudia’s Role and Keeping the Secrets
As a host, Claudia is tasked with keeping the results under wraps, which often means keeping her emotions in check.
She joked about the difficulty of staying silent, quipping, “I’ve been really, really quiet for months. Everybody wants to keep it a secret.”
It’s clear that Claudia felt the pressure of guarding so many secrets while navigating the high-stakes atmosphere of the game.
Alexander Dragonetti Becomes the Unexpected Heartthrob
In another fun moment from the podcast, Claudia shared how her friends had been bombarding her with messages about one contestant, British diplomat Alexander Dragonetti.
With his good looks and charm, Alexander had captured the hearts of viewers, earning himself a heartthrob status on the show.
Claudia revealed, “I’ve had more messages about you, you are… you’re king!” She even apologized to Alexander for revealing his relationship status to the public, as many of her friends were eager to know just how “single” he really was.
Frankie chimed in with a laugh, saying, “All my divorced friends have Whatsapped me like ‘Can I have his number?'” It seems that Alexander’s popularity extends well beyond the viewers, with Claudia and her friends caught up in the buzz around the charismatic contestant.
A Rollercoaster of Emotions and Surprises
From shocking banishments to unexpected moments of vulnerability, Claudia Winkleman’s experience on The Traitors has been full of surprises.
As the show continues to capture the imagination of fans, it’s clear that the emotional rollercoaster of the game was as intense for the host as it was for the contestants.
With so many memorable moments and characters, the journey of The Traitors continues to be one for the books.
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