Former supermodel Jerry Hall has officially joined the cast of the hit BBC reality game show The Celebrity Traitors. This marks a high-profile return to television four years after her sudden and much-publicized divorce from media mogul Rupert Murdoch.
The 70-year-old television personality and Texan icon is competing alongside a star-studded line-up in the atmospheric Scottish castle setting. Her fellow contestants include actor Michael Sheen, presenter Maya Jama, actor Ross Kemp, and comedian Romesh Ranganathan. Known for her formidable presence, Hall enters the psychological competition with plenty of real-life experience in navigating high-stakes pressure.
Reflecting on a Shocking Split from Rupert Murdoch
Hall’s appearance on the reality series follows a turbulent period in her personal life. Four years ago, her six-year marriage to media titan Rupert Murdoch came to an abrupt and unexpected end while she was waiting to meet him at their Oxfordshire mansion. Instead of a face-to-face conversation, Hall received a blunt text message on her mobile phone.
“Jerry, sadly I’ve decided to call an end to our marriage,” the message read. “We have certainly had some good times, but I have much to do.”
The sudden breakup blindsided Hall, who had spent the COVID-19 pandemic isolating with Murdoch and supporting him through various health scares. Following the split, a rapid legal settlement was negotiated behind closed doors to avoid a public courtroom battle. Reports indicate that Hall walked away with a substantial settlement, including £72 million ($93 million) in cash and two luxury properties: Holmwood House near Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire and a residence in France.
Adapting to Single Life and Embracing the Traitors Challenge
In recent interviews, Hall revealed that she has had zero contact with Murdoch since the divorce was finalized in August 2022. While reflecting on her romantic history, Hall noted that she has no desire to live with a man again and is happily single, joking that she “kind of can’t be bothered” to date.
Conversely, her relationship with her first husband, Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger-with whom she shares four adult children, Elizabeth, Georgia, James, and Gabriel-remains friendly and supportive. Hall shared that her family gave her strict warnings before she headed off into the Scottish Highlands to film the BBC series.
“Mom, don’t do anything dangerous! Be careful. You think you’re younger than you are,” her children warned her. Despite the protective advice from her family, Hall admits she is fiercely competitive and ready to take charge.
Facing the Ultimate Psychological Game
The Celebrity Traitors format relies heavily on deception, alliances, and psychological warfare at the round table. These traits align well with Hall’s resilient public persona. Viewers and fellow contestants alike will soon find out if her competitive streak and no-nonsense attitude will be enough to outsmart the competition and secure victory on the treacherous BBC show.
As she embraces her latest television venture, Jerry Hall continues to prove that she remains a commanding and unpredictable force in the public eye, completely unfazed by past controversies.
