Jade from The Traitors with her eyes closed and hands clasped. 5 Traitors star, Jade Scott, revealed a heartbreaking family tragedy that left co-stars in tearsCredit: BBC

Fans of The Traitors were left devastated after contestant Jade Scott bravely opened up about a deeply personal family tragedy — a revelation so heartbreaking it reduced both her fellow players and viewers at home to tears.

NINTCHDBPICT001052033034 5 Jade pictured with her mum Maggie Fung in 2017Credit: Instagram

The 26-year-old PhD student shared her story during one of the most emotional moments of the series so far, as the contestants gathered for a group dinner party and discussed what they would do if they won the prize money.

NINTCHDBPICT001052031689 5 Jade pictured with her father and his partner on her graduation day in 2022Credit: Instagram

As the conversation turned personal, emotions quickly ran high. Several players spoke candidly about their lives, but it was Jade’s turn that changed the tone of the evening entirely.

A woman with dark hair wipes tears from her face. 5 She struggled to tell her storyCredit: BBC

When asked what she would do with the winnings, Jade quietly explained that she hoped to buy a home of her own — before revealing the devastating reason why that dream meant so much to her.

Struggling to hold back tears, she told the table that she had endured “a very difficult few years.” Then, in a moment of raw honesty, she shared the tragedy that has shaped her adult life.

Four people sitting at a long dinner table, with candles and floral decorations. 5 Her co-stars were taken aback by the confessionCredit: BBC

Jade revealed that in 2018, both her mother and her sibling were found dead after moving back to Hong Kong.

“My parents got divorced when I was seven,” Jade began softly.
“My mum moved back to Hong Kong and she had a kid and then…”

Her voice faltered as she fought to continue.

“In 2018, they were both found dead,” she said, visibly emotional.
“I’ve had to really rebuild myself from that point onwards.”

Following the broadcast, the Daily Mail confirmed that Jade’s mother, Maggie Fung, and her sibling had died in a murder-suicide at her mother’s apartment in Hong Kong.

According to reports, the pair were discovered lying together on the bed, in each other’s arms. Police officers who attended the scene reportedly found a suicide note, and it was understood that Maggie had recently separated from her partner, with investigators suspecting she was overwhelmed by the emotional impact of the break-up.

A domestic worker is said to have raised the alarm after being unable to contact Jade’s mother.

Reflecting on the loss during the show, Jade spoke tenderly about her relationship with her mum.

“I was always very close with her,” she said. “So it was a shock to the system.
Our parents form such a big core of our identity.”

Her confession left the dinner table in stunned silence. Several of her co-stars, including Stephen and Roxy, were seen wiping away tears as Jade spoke, clearly shaken by her story.

Viewers watching at home were equally moved.

“Jade’s story is genuinely heartbreaking,” one fan wrote online.
Another commented: “She is such a force of nature and a beautifully strong person. If any of the faithfuls deserve to win, I hope it’s her.”

A third viewer added: “She was only 17 or 18 when that happened. Absolutely devastating.”
While another wrote: “Jade, that’s so sad. Cry girl — we’re crying with you.”

Despite her emotional openness, Jade has found herself under intense scrutiny throughout the competition, frequently having to defend herself during tense round-table discussions as suspicion mounts among the players.

In the same episode, Jessie was revealed to have been murdered, while Ellie was banished — adding to the already heavy emotional atmosphere inside the castle.

As the game grows darker and the pressure intensifies, Jade’s courageous decision to share her pain has given viewers a rare glimpse behind the strategy and deception — reminding audiences that behind every player is a real person, carrying real scars.

For many fans, it was a moment that transcended the game itself — one of quiet bravery, resilience, and strength forged through unimaginable loss.

Source: Adapted from reporting by Daily Mail — https://www.dailymail.co.uk/