Tom Daley Steals the Show in The Celebrity Traitors — Fans Say He Deserves Another Gold Medal

Jose Hernandez • October 10, 2025

Tom Daley Steals the Show in The Celebrity Traitors — Fans Say He Deserves Another Gold Medal

Olympic gold medallist Tom Daley has become the unexpected breakout star of The Celebrity Traitors, with fans saying he deserves “another gold medal” after a scene-stealing moment in the show’s latest episode.



The second instalment of the BBC reality competition, which aired on Thursday night (October 9), saw tensions rise as contestants began to grow suspicious of one another following the secret selection of Traitors and Faithfuls.


While Alan Carr dominated the launch episode, this week it was Tom Daley who captured viewers’ attention — and social media’s affection — for his hilarious reactions and icy side-eye during one particularly dramatic moment.


Tom Daley’s Viral Reaction at the “Funeral”


As speculation mounted around who could be a Traitor, Kate Garraway’s dramatic expressions during the group’s discussions made her a target of suspicion — particularly for Daley, who became increasingly convinced of her guilt.


When Paloma Faith’s fate was revealed and she was eliminated from the game, Garraway’s wide-eyed declaration that she was “flabbergasted” proved to be too much for Tom. His silent, razor-sharp side-eye instantly became one of the series’ most talked-about moments.


Whether intentional or not, the Olympian’s unimpressed expression went viral on X (formerly Twitter) within minutes of the episode airing, with viewers praising his unfiltered honesty and natural comedic timing.


“Tom Daley giving Kate Garraway the side-eye deserves its own Bafta,” one fan joked.
“He’s not just an Olympic champion — he’s a Traitors legend,” another posted.

Fans Crown Tom the Show’s MVP


While the castle’s alliances continue to shift, fans have already crowned Daley as the show’s MVP, with many calling for him to stay in the game as long as possible.


Between his athletic focus and subtle sarcasm, Tom has proven he’s just as competitive in the castle as he is in the pool.


The Celebrity Traitors continues on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with new episodes airing weekly.

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