The Masked Singer, the popular reality singing competition show, is back for its tenth season on Fox. The show features celebrities in elaborate costumes and masks, who perform songs and give clues about their identities. The panelists and the audience vote for their favorite performers, and the least popular one is eliminated and unmasked.
The season 10 premiere aired on September 27, 2023, and introduced five contestants from Group A: the Diver, the Flamingo, the Llama, the Peacock, and the Unicorn. The episode also featured a wild card contestant, the Dragonfly, who joined the competition in the second half of the show. The panelists for this season are Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, Nicole Scherzinger, and Nick Cannon as the host.
The season 10 premiere was full of surprises and twists, as the contestants showcased their vocal talents and gave cryptic clues about their identities. The panelists made their guesses based on the clues and their impressions of the performances. Some of the guesses were spot on, while others were way off.
The Diver dives out of the competition
The second contestant to be eliminated and unmasked in season 10 was the Diver, who performed “I’m a Believer” by Smash Mouth in the first episode and “Can’t Hold Us” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis in the second episode. The Diver gave clues that hinted at his athletic background, his love for water sports, his involvement in charity work, and his connection to Hollywood.
The panelists guessed that the Diver could be Michael Phelps, Ryan Lochte, Tom Cruise, Zac Efron, or Chris Hemsworth. However, they were all wrong, as the Diver turned out to be none other than David Beckham, the former soccer star and model.
Beckham revealed that he joined the show to have fun and challenge himself. He said that he enjoyed singing and dancing in the Diver costume, which was inspired by his passion for diving and snorkeling. He also said that he wanted to surprise his wife Victoria Beckham and his four children, who are fans of the show.
The Dragonfly flies into the next round
The wild card contestant of Group A was the Dragonfly, who made a stunning debut in the second episode. The Dragonfly performed “Bad Romance” by Lady Gaga and impressed everyone with her powerful voice and stage presence. The Dragonfly gave clues that suggested that she is a young star who has faced hardships and controversies in her career.
The panelists guessed that the Dragonfly could be Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez, or Miley Cyrus. However, they will have to wait until the next round to find out if they are right or wrong, as the Dragonfly received enough votes to fly into the next round.
The other contestants of Group A
The other contestants of Group A who made it to the next round are:
- The Flamingo: The Flamingo performed “Havana” by Camila Cabello in the first episode and “Don’t Start Now” by Dua Lipa in the second episode. The Flamingo gave clues that indicated that she is a Latina singer who has a lot of fans and has been in a famous girl group. The panelists guessed that she could be Becky G, Ally Brooke, Normani, or Jennifer Lopez.
- The Llama: The Llama performed “Livin’ la Vida Loca” by Ricky Martin in the first episode and “Blinding Lights” by The Weeknd in the second episode. The Llama gave clues that revealed that he is a comedian who has a lot of experience in TV shows and movies. The panelists guessed that he could be Jim Carrey, Adam Sandler, Kevin James, or Jack Black.
- The Peacock: The Peacock performed “I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peas in the first episode and “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars in the second episode. The Peacock gave clues that showed that he is a veteran performer who has been in show business since he was a child. The panelists guessed that he could be Donny Osmond, Neil Patrick Harris, Hugh Jackman, or Jamie Foxx.
- The Unicorn: The Unicorn performed “Firework” by Katy Perry in the first episode and “Someone You Loved” by Lewis Capaldi in the second episode. The Unicorn gave clues that hinted that she is a social media star who has a lot of followers and has been involved in some scandals. The panelists guessed that she could be Addison Rae, Charli D’Amelio, Emma Chamberlain, or James Charles.
What’s next for The Masked Singer season 10?
The Masked Singer season 10 will continue with Group B, which will feature four new contestants and one wild card contestant. The show will also have themed nights, such as Trolls Night, Harry Potter Night, Elton John Night, NFL Night, One Hit Wonders Night, Disco Night, 2000s Night, I Wanna Rock Night, and Soundtrack of My Life Night. The show will also bring back some of the gimmicks from previous seasons, such as Smackdowns, Battle Royales, and the Ding Dong Keep It On Bell.
The Masked Singer season 10 airs on Fox on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET. You can watch the episodes online on Fox’s website or on Hulu.
