Traitors Winners Reflect on Cork Victory
Six weeks after claiming victory on the second season of The Traitors Ireland, physician associate Diego Caixeta and fellow faithful Anna Murphy split the €45,850 prize pot, Irish Examiner reported. Caixeta works at Cork University Hospital, where he said new people are constantly coming in to congratulate him on bringing the win back to Cork.
The couple kept their 12-year relationship secret throughout the castle games. They first met outside The George nightclub in Dublin, later moving back to Ireland together before marrying.
Keeping Romance Secret Under Castle Pressure
When the contestants entered the castle, Caixeta worried that his background working in sexual health in Dublin might lead someone to clock their relationship and make them targets. Instead, lying quickly became second nature during the competition.
“You end up lying for months and you realise ‘oh actually, lying’s not that difficult'”, Denis Ryan told Irish Examiner.
Ryan was murdered in episode six, ending his run as a faithful. Caixeta admitted that having his partner in the game was a double-edged sword because it doubled their worries.
Wardrobe Choices and Shield-Gate Strategy
Ryan’s wide-brimmed hats became an instant talking point among viewers. When considering whether to tone down his outfits, Caixeta urged him to keep wearing them so they could look back at their style decades later.
“If I’d known what I know now, I wouldn’t have worn the hat”, Ryan told Irish Examiner.
Caixeta also defended his decision during Shield-Gate, where he secured a shield for himself and never admitted to it. “I knew I didn’t need the shield. But you can never be 100% sure in that game. I didn’t trust anyone!” Caixeta told Irish Examiner.
The Couple Plans a Wedding and New Career Projects
Life has returned to normal for the couple following the finale. Ryan has optioned a comedy series and is talking with publishers about a children’s book illustrated by fellow player David Moran.
Caixeta has returned to his medical career in Cork. “I’m learning how to do robotic surgery with one of the consultants, which is really cool”, Caixeta told Irish Examiner.
They plan to use some of their prize money to legally marry in January with a small celebration, followed by a honeymoon in February to either the Maldives or Brazil.
Common Questions About The Traitors Ireland
Who won season two of The Traitors Ireland?
Diego Caixeta and Anna Murphy won the second season as faithfuls, splitting the €45,850 prize pot after defeating the remaining traitors.
How long have Diego Caixeta and Denis Ryan been together?
The couple has been together for 12 years after initially meeting outside The George nightclub in Dublin.
What are the winners doing now?
Diego Caixeta has returned to his position at Cork University Hospital. Denis Ryan is developing a comedy series and working on a children’s book.
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