January 27th 2025.
Viewers of the popular show "The Traitors" have shown their support for a charitable cause in just a few days. Fans of the show were moved by contestant Alexander Dragonetti's desire to donate any prize money he might have won to a charity close to his heart. The former British diplomat, 38, made it to the final of the latest season of the BBC series, but was ultimately voted off by fellow contestants Jake Brown, Leanne Quigley, and Francesca Rowan-Plowden, who were worried he might be a traitor.
A few nights before the final, the remaining contestants gathered for a dinner party and discussed what they would do with their winnings if they were to make it to the end. Alexander took this opportunity to open up about his personal connection to the charity he wanted to support. He shared the story of his brother, who had global developmental delay and autism and passed away at the young age of 17. Alexander explained how The Royal Mencap Society had played a crucial role in supporting his family and how he wanted to give back to them.
Speaking on the show, Alexander emotionally expressed, "I would like to give some money to a charity that I really care about. My brother had special needs and used to go to a summer camp, and I'd like to send some money their way to keep it going because it gives parents a break." He also shared that he had personally volunteered as a carer at Mencap for five years and how his brother's passing at the age of 24 had affected him deeply.
Although Alexander did not end up winning the competition, the viewers were touched by his story and showed their support by donating a staggering £17,000 to Mencap since the finale aired on Friday. The charity's executive director of fundraising, Mary O'Hagan, expressed her gratitude for Alexander's bravery in sharing his personal story and the support from his fans. She shared that the donations were much needed to support people with learning disabilities who face daily inequalities.
As fans watched the final episode of the season, many took to social media to find ways to support Mencap. User bigwows wrote on X, "Chuffed to little bits to see donations rolling in to Mencap charity, presumably in appreciation of Alexander. It would be great if we could all raise more than the total prize money!" This outpouring of support is a testament to Alexander's impact on the viewers and the importance of raising awareness for such causes.
Despite being eliminated early on in the competition, Alexander's return and his heartwarming story made him a fan favourite. He spoke about how the game had taught him the importance of being vulnerable and connecting with people, something he had always struggled with in the past. Alexander's journey on the show has not only raised awareness for Mencap but has also helped him learn more about himself.
For those who want to catch up on the latest season, "The Traitors" is streaming on BBC iPlayer. And for those who want to stay up to date on all the drama and predictions for the show, they can join the dedicated "The Traitors" WhatsApp channel for live episode coverage, behind-the-scenes gossip, and a place to discuss all the cliffhangers. Simply click on the link and select "Join Chat" to join the community. Don't forget to turn on notifications for all the latest updates!
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