Rachel Duffy from BBC's hit show The Traitors has opened up about her real thoughts on fellow contestant Fiona Hughes, after a dramatic confrontation led to Fiona's expulsion from the game. The pair's alliance shattered in spectacular fashion during the episodes aired on Thursday and Friday, culminating in a tense round table vote.
The Turret Confrontation That Changed Everything
The conflict reached its peak in the iconic turret room. Fiona directly accused Rachel of dishonesty, specifically about a claim that previously banished player Amanda Collier had confided she was a police detective. This move was described by Rachel as "throwing a grenade" into the Traitors' team.
Fiona defended her actions, telling Rachel she believed she was playing a selfish game and had failed to defend their fellow Traitor, Stephen Libby, when his name was discussed in the castle. The hostility escalated so sharply that Rachel confessed, "I kind of want to murder you right now," during a discussion about who to eliminate.
The Banishment and Aftermath
The fallout was decisive. At the round table, Fiona received nine votes, including those from her fellow Traitors Rachel and Stephen, sending her home. Following the episode's broadcast on BBC One, Rachel took to Instagram to share her post-game perspective.
She posted a playful AI-generated image depicting herself as the big bad wolf behind a clueless Little Red Riding Hood version of Fiona. Her caption praised Fiona as an "absolute legend" and a "little minx of a Secret Traitor," acknowledging she made the game fun. She signed off with a promise of a "cwtch without a kill" – using the Welsh word for cuddle.
Host Claudia Winkleman showed her approval of the sentiment by responding to the post with two heart emojis.
What's Next for The Traitors?
With Fiona's departure, only two Traitors remain: Rachel and Stephen. However, Rachel is now firmly in the spotlight. Fellow faithful Harriet has already voiced suspicions that the recent spat was between Traitors, directly pointing the finger at Rachel.
The question now is whether Rachel can survive the scrutiny and potentially take down another Traitor, or if her own time in the castle is running out. The Traitors continues on BBC One next Wednesday at 8pm.
