Maya Jama and a host of celebrities have been spotted arriving at Inverness airport to begin filming the second series of the BBC hit show, Celebrity Traitors. The cast includes stars from television, music, and comedy, all heading to Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands.

Filming Location and Initial Arrivals

Celebrity Traitors series two is gearing up for filming in the Scottish Highlands, with a flurry of stars arriving at Inverness airport over the weekend. Maya Jama, known for hosting Love Island, was among the first to land on Sunday afternoon, trading the warmer climates of Spain and South Africa for Scotland.

Pay Cut for Jama

Reports indicate that Jama has taken a significant pay cut – approximately £760,000 less than her Love Island fee – to participate in the BBC show. She was reportedly captivated by the first series while watching it with her boyfriend, footballer Rúben Dias.

Notable Cast Members

Jama was seen dressed casually, wearing sunglasses and appearing slightly nervous as she moved through the airport. Comedian Joanne McNally was also on the same flight, opting for cycling shorts and shades.

Throughout the day, more stars arrived, including Julie Hesmondhalgh from Coronation Street and Ross Kemp from EastEnders, both heading directly to Ardross Castle. Singer James Blunt also followed shortly after.

Full Cast Revealed

The BBC officially unveiled the full cast list on Saturday with a teaser trailer. The diverse group of personalities includes Jerry Hall, Richard E Grant, Bella Ramsey, and Amol Rajan.

Strategic Casting

Producers approached Maya Jama first, recognizing her appeal to a younger audience, a key objective for the show’s second series. Her willingness to accept a reduced fee highlights her enthusiasm for the show’s format.

Complete Lineup

The cast also includes Michael Sheen, Miranda Hart (who arrived with her husband Richard Fairs via private jet), Little Mix’s Leigh-Anne Pinnock, and comedians Rob Beckett, Joe Lycett, and James Acaster.

Rounding out the lineup are mathematician Hannah Fry, prankster King Kenny, Industry star Myha’la, Heartstopper’s Sebastian Croft, and My Mad Fat Diary’s Sharon Rooney.

Teaser Trailer and Anticipation

The teaser trailer, filmed in an airport setting, featured the celebrities’ names on chalkboard roundtables, building excitement for the upcoming season. The show promises a mix of deception, strategy, and star power as contestants try to identify the ‘traitors’ among them.