The Masked Singer sees celebrities hidden behind elaborate costumes (Image: ITV)
has become a standout hit among British audiences since its premiere in January 2020. Hosted by comedian Joel Dommett, the show sees celebrities perform while hidden behind elaborate costumes, leaving viewers and a panel of celebrity judges guessing their true identities.
The judging panel, including TV presenter , singer Rita Ora, comedian Mo Gilligan, and broadcaster Jonathan Ross, adds to the show’s charm with their playful banter and wild guesses.
Each season, the excitement builds as a wide variety of celebrities—from chart-topping singers, seasoned actors, and celebrated athletes—take the stage disguised in stunningly creative costumes.
The show quickly secured its spot as a television favourite, giving stars a platform to showcase their unknown singing talent. Join us as we dive into the most shocking reveals from the show’s history
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JLS frontman Aston Merrygold was a huge hit with fans (Image: ITV)
Robin – Aston Merrygold
Robin emerged as one of the most electrifying acts on His performances, including flawless renditions of pop hits like Dance Monkey and the nostalgic Rockin’ Robin, which were hailed by fans.
Robin clinched the third spot in the competition, dazzling viewers each week with his dynamic stage presence. Underneath the mask, fans were stunned to discover that Robin was none other than the talented Aston Merrygold.
The frontman of JLS—a group that nearly won the fifth season of The X Factor UK—revealed that his children were completely in the dark about his stint on the show and couldn’t wait to show them at home.
His appearance was a surprise as no one expected to see a band member go it alone and Aston was able to show off what he could do as a solo artist.
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Footy ace Michael Owen stunned the judges (Image: ITV)
Doughnut – Michael Owen
Doughnut delivered a lively rendition of the Spice Girls’ hit Spice Up Your Life and took it up a notch with Five’s single Everybody Get Up, showcasing some impressive dance moves and dabbling in rap.
The guessing game among the panel was intense: Mo Gilligan humorously speculated it might be jockey Frankie Dettori, perhaps humorously propped on doughnuts, whereas Davina McCall floated the name Robbie Fowler.
Rita Ora thought it could be her pal Nick Grimshaw, and Jonathan Ross suggested . The big reveal, however, surprised everyone when it was revealed that it was the former football star, , behind the mask.
Blob was revealed as comedian Lenny Henry (Image: ITV)
Blob – Lenny Henry
Blob had fans and judges miffed with his limited mobility during performances, able to move only their arms and pivot on the spot.
Despite these constraints, Blob became a fan favourite, with his humour consistently shining through the costume throughout the season.
In a surprising turn during the show’s second season, episode six unveiled British comedian Lenny Henry, known for co-founding Comic Relief, as the man behind the Blob costume.
Henry’s reveal was particularly unexpected as many fans were unaware of his singing capabilities.
CeeLo admitted he loved the show (Image: ITV)
Monster – CeeLo Green
Despite narrowly missing out on third place, the character looking like it stepped right out of Monsters, Inc won over the nation with their voice.
Beneath the adorable monster facade was none other than hit musician CeeLo Green, the American singer and rapper renowned for his dynamic vocal prowess.
Upon his surprising unmasking, the Grammy award-winning artist, known for mega-hits like Crazy with Gnarls Barkley and his solo success Forget You, shared that his participation was driven by his fondness for the show.
Throughout the competition, Green dazzled new fans by belting out classics from legendary artists such as and George Michael.
Nicola Roberts wowed everyone with her top-notch vocals as Queen Bee (Image: ITV)
Queen Bee – Nicola Roberts
Taking the crown in the first season of the show, Queen Bee was immediately pegged as a pro singer, with all signs pointing to her being part of a famous girl band—thanks to a trail of clues.
From her first appearance, Queen Bee wowed everyone with her top-notch vocals and compelling stage charisma. The big reveal dropped jaws when Nicola Roberts from Girls Aloud was revealed from under the mask.
Often in the shadow of high-profile bandmates like Cheryl Cole, Nicola used the show to step out solo and show off her impressive vocal range.
Sue Perkins isn’t known for her musical prowess (Image: ITV)
Dragon – Sue Perkins
The identity of Dragon had everyone guessing, thanks to a perplexing mix of New York and British accents in the singing. This intriguing blend left fans unable to pinpoint exactly who was behind the mask of this endearing, fire-breathing character.
The surprise was palpable both in the studio and among viewers at home when the mask came off to reveal British comedian and presenter Sue Perkins.
Famous primarily as the former host of The Great British Baking Show, Sue isn’t known for her musical prowess, which made her heartfelt rendition of Make You Feel My Love all the more unexpected.
Jason Manford kept the audience guessing until the very end. (Image: ITV)
Hedgehog – Jason Manford
In the first season of The Masked Singer UK, Hedgehog was the enigmatic runner-up, keeping everyone on edge with his steampunk-inspired mask and attire. T
The guesses about Hedgehog’s true identity were widespread, ranging from singer Michael Ball to actor John Thompson and comedian Eddie Izzard. However, only Rita Ora managed to nail it correctly.
The unmasking revealed Jason Manford, surprising many who didn’t expect the British comedian to possess such strong singing chops.
Throughout the competition, Manford went toe-to-toe with renowned singers, all the while expertly concealing his distinctive Mancunian accent, adding an extra layer of mystique to his performances and keeping the audience guessing until the very end.