Speculation is reaching fever pitch ahead of tonight's episode of BBC's The Traitors, with fans convinced that hidden relationships run deeper than the show has revealed. While the potential link between contestants Ross and Ellie has been widely discussed online, a professional analyst has now identified two more surprising pairs who may be connected.
Expert Analysis Points to Family Ties
Speaking on behalf of Betfair Casino, body language expert Darren Stanton has studied the contestants' interactions and suggested at least two other pairs could be linked by blood or a close bond. His insights come as viewers scrutinise every glance and gesture in the Scottish castle, especially after spotting a family tree painting in the show's foyer.
Stanton's first prediction focuses on contestants Amanda and Reece. He points to their "deep connection" and remarkably similar personality traits as evidence of a potential familial link. "He’s got a very asserted nature and those two seem to have a deep rapport," Stanton observed. "She’s a cop and they’re both forthright and very direct. It could be nephew and auntie or mother and son."
Deceptive Gestures and Silent Respect
The expert's second theory involves the recently banished Traitor, Hugo, and fellow contestant Fiona. Stanton noted their shared Welsh heritage but believes their strategic gameplay and physical mannerisms suggest a deeper connection. He analysed Hugo's behaviour during round table discussions where Fiona was on the offensive.
"I noticed Hugo when Fiona was speaking to him, Hugo adopted a horseshoe smile which is a reverse upside down smile. He also had his lips pressed together quite a lot," Stanton explained. He suggested these could be unconscious deceptive gestures, part of a double bluff to throw others off the scent.
What stood out most to the expert was Hugo's reaction. "A person being accused of being a Traitor would usually go on the offensive. It’s interesting that he kept silent and let Fiona have her moment, which could point to a potential relationship on the outside, as there already seems to be a level of respect there."
Fan Theories Run Wild
These professional observations fuel the wild theories already circulating on social media. Fans of the hit BBC show are dissecting every episode, looking for clues about secret alliances and relationships that could influence the game. The anticipation builds for the episode airing tonight, Wednesday, 7 January 2026, as viewers watch to see if these speculated connections will come to light or influence the next dramatic banishment.
With the body language expert's analysis adding a new layer of intrigue, the question remains: how many more hidden links are waiting to be uncovered in this high-stakes game of deception?
