Comedian Alan Carr has opened up about his terrifying experience filming Celebrity Traitors, confessing he became a "walking anxiety attack" throughout the production and even considered abandoning the show entirely.
In an exclusive interview with The Mirror, the 47-year-old funnyman revealed that the psychological pressure of the BBC reality series pushed him to his absolute limits. "I'm not being funny, but I was a walking anxiety attack," Carr admitted, describing the intense atmosphere that left him constantly on edge.
The Breaking Point
The tension reached its peak during a particularly dramatic roundtable confrontation where Carr found himself fighting back tears. "I was nearly crying at the roundtable," he confessed, revealing the emotional toll the game took on him.
So overwhelming was the experience that Carr seriously contemplated walking away from the production altogether. The comedian admitted he told producers, "I can't do this anymore," highlighting the genuine distress he felt during filming.
Celebrity Traitors: More Than Just a Game
The BBC series, which pits celebrities against each other in a game of deception and strategy, has become known for its intense psychological gameplay. Carr's experience underscores just how real the pressure becomes for contestants, even for seasoned performers used to the spotlight.
Despite the emotional turmoil, Carr's participation in the show has sparked significant conversation about mental health in reality television and the importance of supporting contestants through challenging filming conditions.
The comedian's honest account provides a rare glimpse behind the scenes of one of television's most talked-about shows, revealing that sometimes the drama extends far beyond what viewers see on screen.
