The Celebrity Traitors: Interview with the second banished celebrity

Myha’la was a Faithful and the second player banished at the round table.

What was the experience like for you?

It was so surprising because I went into this having seen people in past series get emotional on the show, and I kind of thought this is ridiculous, just lock into the game; it shouldn’t be a problem. I had no problem cutting myself off from the outside world, I just wanted to be in the game and give it my all. But I think because I was so Traitor-minded, I had done all this planning and poring over in my mind for weeks on end about how I’d be as a Traitor that when I got chosen as a Faithful I felt so confused and lost. I had no plan and I’m a planner, that’s how I function in this life. And so, the excitement that the game had begun, the fear of being a Faithful with no plan, and also then the complete and absolute loss of any sense of control. As a Faithful, you are completely a pawn, especially so early in the game. You can’t really strategize that well because you can’t trust anyone at all.

How did you go about adapting?

It took me one night, but by the second day, I had come to the conclusion that my strategy as a Faithful was that I just had to be 100% honest, 100% of the time. You can’t be caught in a lie if you’re never lying.

Who did you trust and get close to?

Well, I immediately got close to Richard, just because I feel like we’re twin flames. Really, I shouldn’t trust him as far as I could throw him, which is ultimately, I think, my demise. Truly, I had a moment with everyone, which was so lovely. I felt quite close to Romesh. I felt close to Bella at points, although I knew right away that they were suspicious of me. That one was really heartbreaking. I also hit it off pretty quickly with Leigh-Anne and Maya, we just had fun together. Really, outside of the game, I’ve made some great new friendships. I can’t wait to have a pen pal in Richard. I think Bella and I will stay connected as well. We’re HBO siblings!

How did you find the missions?

Oh, they were so fun! I was shocked in the first mission at how difficult it was because whenever I watch the show I’m thinking, oh, these people aren’t participating but in practice, I was like, oh hell no! I’m sorry, but a huge solid wood crate filled with water is like the heaviest thing. But then you get on in there with James Blunt, who has the strength of 1000 military men, and you fully commit to the job. Ross thrives in the missions too. I think they’re his happy place. I found that my role was often observing from a little bit of a distance because when there’s so much energy up close, sometimes you can miss things. In yesterday’s mission I did get a shield, that was short lived…if only, if only, if only….

What’s been your proudest achievement?

I think I really defended myself well in that final Round Table. You always ruminate and think, “Oh, why didn’t I say this? Why didn’t I say that?” But generally, I thought I had something. I mean, I had the truth, but I also had a strong counter to every argument said against me and I did it with grace, I think.

Do you think you’ve learned anything about yourself?

I’m built to be a Traitor. If they want me back as a Traitor, I’m waiting. Yeah, I’d be back, but there are conditions! I’m not built to be a Faithful because I’m all about planning and having control and you just can’t plan for the unknown. I’m annoyed that Richard couldn’t stay in because I feel like he could have brought me to the turret and I would have let him win. I would have gladly led him to glory! There’s an alternate universe in which he and I get to the final.

But for the rest of this game, where you have been a Faithful, do you leave your heart with them and hope they get the win?

No! I want there to be carnage. Okay, I think I couldn’t ever be a properly good Faithful because I always want to be a Traitor. I love the chaos. That’s why we watch the game. It’s fun to watch. It’s about the event, it’s just a game and we want to see wild twists that keep us glued to the fun. So, I hope for more chaos!

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