The Traitors star going under everyone’s radar might actually be a dark horse
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To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video. Up Next. The Traitors viewers now think a contestant mocked for his apparent lack of ‘poker face’ could actually stand a chance at winning.
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After seemingly being sent home during the first episode after voluntarily stepping off the train to the castle alongside Jack and Fozia, Alexander returned to the game after a recent challenge. The 38-year-old from London is a former British diplomat and has worked on human rights and negotiations in conflict zones and used to lead fast-response teams to crises overseas.
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Ahead of the series starting, he explained: ‘I’m hopeful I’ll be relatively calm in quite a pressurised environment.’. However, after the last episode ended on a cliffhanger during a card game called ‘Death match’, many couldn’t help but comment at his panicked expressions.
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‘Alexander in the death match is the most unintentionally hilarious thing I’ve seen in ages,’ Paul posted on X. Want to get all the latest news and predictions for the best and most dramatic show this new year? Join our The Traitors WhatsApp channel for live episode coverage, behind-the-scenes gossip and a place to recover from all the cliffhangers.
Simply click on this link, select ‘Join Chat’ and you’re in! Don't forget to turn on notifications!. ‘Alexander looking like he’s really facing death,’ lorevalx shared. ‘Is Alexander alright? He looks TERRIFIED. This man was a diplomat,’ KP added.
