Celebrity Traitors star Sharon Rooney sparks concern as fans worry she's 'checked out' of the game following tense roundtable
Will Sharon be the next to go?Celebrity Traitors star Sharon Rooney has sparked concern among viewers after her subdued response to accusations at the roundtable. Viewers on X questioned her reaction, with some claiming the star had “checked out”.
The 38-year-old Scottish actress faced accusations alongside Joanne McNally, with both players at risk of banishment.
Sharon Rooney faces questions over her changed behaviour
James Blunt and Michael Sheen were among those questioning whether Sharon’s behaviour had changed during the competition. Her fellow players contrasted her quieter early appearances with the more confident, vocal approach they were now seeing.
A disagreement during the mission also became part of the case against her. Sharon had challenged the group’s decision to save James Acaster, pointing out that he did not want to be saved.
The decision involved a secret power, and her objections were subsequently treated as grounds for suspicion. At the roundtable, Sharon had to explain her position as the focus turned towards her and Joanne.
Rather than mounting a forceful defence, she told the group to vote her out if they suspected her.
Why Celebrity Traitors viewers were concerned about Sharon
For some viewers, the concern was less about Sharon’s role and more about how she appeared to be feeling.
One X user wrote: “Is anyone else genuinely so uncomfortable at Sharon’s reaction at the round table”
Another posted: “Sharon is so over it I just want to hug her.”
“Felt so sad for Sharon tonight – her behaviour changed because she finally felt confident enough to speak up, only for her confidence to be immediately knocked down by the others :(,” a third wrote.
“Has Sharon checked out of the game?? She looks drained and basically said they can kill her if they want,” another added.
Celebrity Traitors leaves Sharon and Joanne’s fates unresolved
The Friday, 23 October episode ended on a cliffhanger, leaving both women waiting to learn their fate.
Earlier in the BBC programme, Miranda Hart had been murdered after the Traitors feared she was approaching the truth. She reacted with frustration on reading her murder letter, before reflecting on the experience more personally.
For Miranda, taking part had offered a return to professional work and personal activities she loved. That included walking through the Scottish Highlands, spending time in nature and laughing and connecting with others.
She said: “There were times that I didn’t think that would be possible again.”
Read more: Celebrity Traitors’ Joanne McNally at centre of ‘bullying’ row as she turns on Miranda Hart
The Celebrity Traitors continues on Thursday (October 29) from 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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