Romesh Ranganathan speaks out about Celebrity Traitors criticism

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9 Nov 2026 • 6:37 PM MYT
The Independent
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Romesh Ranganathan speaks out about Celebrity Traitors criticism

  • Comedian Romesh Ranganathan and actor Sebastian Croft won the second series of The Celebrity Traitors, each securing £41,500 for their chosen charities.
  • Ranganathan donated his winnings to the Refugee Council, while Croft selected Choose Love - both organisations that support refugees.
  • Speaking on Croft's Sunday Scaries podcast, Ranganathan defended their choices following backlash, explaining he wanted to counter the demonisation of refugees.
  • Ranganathan noted that while critical voices were amplified, the negative reaction has galvanised support from those who view the donations positively.
  • Runner-up Maya Jama matched the winners' donation by pledging her own money to children's charity Action for Children.

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