‘The Masked Singer’ reveals for all seasons: Celebrities and costumes through the years

Antonio Brown as Hippo

Season 1, Episode 1

This NFL player entered “Masked Singer” history when he became the first costumed celebrity to be unmasked in front of America. Brown stumped all four judges after his wacky performance of “My Prerogative” by Bobby Brown.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Odell Beckham Jr.

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Deion Sanders

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Deion Sanders

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Allen Iverson

Tommy Chong as Pineapple

Season 1, Episode 2

This comedic legend said he’s willing to do “anything to get on stage,” and dressing up in a costume while singing “I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynor was not beneath him. Chong left all four judges up in smoke, although Jenny came close by guessing his frequent co-star, Cheech Marin.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Sugar Ray Lenoard

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Cheech Marin

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Jimmy Buffett

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Kid Rock

Terry Bradshaw as Deer

Season 1, Episode 3

This NFL Hall of Famer won four Super Bowl titles as the quarterback of the Pittsburgh Steelers, but it was when he suited up as the Deer and serenaded viewers with “Get Your Shine On” by Florida Georgia Line that he revealed his hidden singing talent. Despite being known for his prowess on the playing field and not his voice, Bradshaw only fooled half of the judging panel.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Terry Bradshaw

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Peyton Manning

Ken Jeong’s final guess: John Elway

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Terry Bradshaw

Margaret Cho as Poodle

Season 1, Episode 4

This Emmy and Grammy nominated comedian was not joking around when she belted out “Time After Time” by Cyndi Lauper, leaving the judges completely confused about her identity. Although Cho was the singer unmasked, it was Ken who left with his tail between his legs after he failed to guess his own co-star from “Dr. Ken” was hiding inside the Poodle costume. 

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Judge Judy

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Kathy Griffin

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Melissa Rivers

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Jillian Michaels

Tori Spelling as Unicorn

Season 1, Episode 5

This former teen star from “Beverly Hills 90210” and frequent tabloid headliner took advantage of the anonymity Unicorn provided her while she pranced around the stage singing “I Love It” by Icona Pop. In a rare occurrence, Ken was the only judge able to pin down the Unicorn’s identity before Spelling was unmasked.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Gabby Douglas

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Lauren Conrad

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Tori Spelling

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Denise Richards

Ricki Lake as Raven

Season 1, Episode 6

This actress and Emmy-winning talk show host went through an emotional journey on “The Masked Singer” as she re-emerged into the public eye after the heartbreaking death of her ex-husband. In Lake’s last performance she sang “Brave” by Sarah Bareilles and her clues hinting at being a talk show host were enough to put one panelist on the right track.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Ricki Lake

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Raven-Symone

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Sheryl Underwood

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Meghan McCain

La Toya Jackson as Alien

Season 1, Episode 7

“Thank you so much for supporting me [and] supporting the Alien,” La Toya Jackson said after her dramatic unmasking in the seventh episode of “The Masked Singer.” Backstage after the show wrapped, La Toya said, “This experience was absolutely fabulous. It was wonderful. I enjoyed every single moment of it. It felt wonderful being anonymous. I’m glad that people got the chance to see a different side of my personality.”

Robin’s final guess: La Toya Jackson

Jenny’s final guess: Sofia Richie

Ken’s final guess: Paula Abdul

Nicole’s final guess: La Toya Jackson

Rumer Willis as Lion

Season 1, Episode 8

This Hollywood starlet and eldest daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore wowed the panel week after week with her surprisingly strong vocals. She may have been eliminated earlier than anyone expected, but her rendition of “Don’t You Worry ‘Bout a Thing” by Stevie Wonder stumped all the judges.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Michelle Williams

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Kelly Rowland

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Dawn Robinson

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Hailee Steinfeld

Joey Fatone as Rabbit

Season 1, Episode 8

Best known as a member of the megastar boy band NSYNC, Fatone will be remembered for never breaking character as the neurotic, twitchy Rabbit. In “The Masked Singer,” Fatone proved he is capable of taking the lead vocal, but after his rendition of “My Girl” by The Temptations, the panel was on to him.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Joey Fatone

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Donnie Wahlberg

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Kevin Richardson

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Joey Fatone

Gladys Knight as Bee

Season 1 Finale (Third Place)

This legendary soul diva belted her way into the Season 1 finale and relished the ability to put her spin on modern classics like “Wrecking Ball” by Miley Cyrus. For Knight’s final performance she sang “I Can’t Make You Love Me” by Bonnie Raitt and by that point her unmistakable tone was just too obvious to fool the judges (well, except Ken).

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Gladys Knight

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Glady Knight

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Anita Baker

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Gladys Knight

Donny Osmond as Peacock

Season 1 Finale (Runner-up)

This American icon and former teen idol wasn’t afraid to “Shake a Tail Feather” as he rocked the house to the hit song by The Five Du-Tones. Osmond managed to sing his way to second place in the first season of “The Masked Singer” while befuddling all but one judge.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Weird Al Yankovic

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Donny Osmond

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Neil Patrick Harris

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Neil Patrick Harris

T-Pain as Monster

Season 1 Finale (Winner)

This chart-topping rapper and hit-making producer made history as the first winner of “The Masked Singer.” As the Monster, T-Pain was able to put his singing prowess at the forefront while keeping his identity hidden until the very end. Unfortunately, none of the judges were able to correctly pinpoint his true persona.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Jamie Foxx

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Michael Vick

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Darius Rucker

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: CeeLo Green

Johnny Weir as Egg

Season 2, Episode 1

This two-time Olympic figure skater and fashion designer sizzled as the Egg singing “Just Dance” by Lady Gaga. Despite not being a professional singer, his clues and flamboyant style were enough for half the panel to guess his identity. Weir was the first eliminated from Season 2.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Johnny Weir

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Johnny Weir

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Jonathan Van Ness

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Christian Siriano

Tyler ‘Ninja’ Blevins as Ice Cream

Season 2, Episode 1

This professional YouTuber, gamer and internet personality confused everyone as the funky Ice Cream singing “Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus. He became the second contestant eliminated after just one performance on Season 2, leaving the panelists totally stumped.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: DeadMau5

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Rob Dyrdek

Ken Jeong’s final guess: PewDiePie

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Marshmallow

Laila Ali as Panda

Season 2, Episode 2

This former professional boxer and daughter of the legendary Muhammad Ali shocked everyone when she unmasked following an energetic performance of “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)” by Kelly Clarkson. Ali may have been undefeated in the boxing ring, but she lasted just one episode in “The Masked Singer.”

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Loni Love

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Wanda Sykes

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Queen Latifah

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Venus Williams

Dr. Drew Pinsky as Eagle

Season 2, Episode 3

This television personality and addiction specialist left everyone guessing when he belted out “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)” by Meat Loaf. Pinski has been known to work with rock stars, but learned the profession of many of his clients isn’t as easy as it looks.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Howard Stern

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Adam Corolla

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Craig Ferguson

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Jeff Foxworthy

Paul Shaffer as Skeleton

Season 2, Episode 4

This singer, composer, actor and comedian was tired of being known for playing second fiddle to “Late Show” host David Letterman and branched out to entertain the masses on “The Masked Singer.” After his performance of “Are You Gonna Be My Girl” by Jet, half the panel pegged Shaffer as the Skeleton.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Paul Shaffer

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Paul Shaffer

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Martin Short

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Raymond Teller

Sherri Shepherd as Penguin

Season 2, Episode 5

This actress, comedian and former co-host on “The View” dodged early correct guesses of her identity and by the time Shepherd rocked the house to “All About That Bass” by Meghan Trainor the entire panel was confused. Despite having suspicions in earlier weeks, even Jenny couldn’t guess her former co-star was hiding underneath the Penguin mask.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Mindy Kaling

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Nicole Byer

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Wanda Sykes

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Starr Jones

Raven-Symone as Black Widow

Season 2, Episode 6

This comedic actress, singer and rapper was thrilled to enterain audiences anonymously after being in the spotlight since she was a child star on “The Cosby Show.” Following an inspirational performance of “Believe” by Cher, Symone was unmasked after half the judging panel guessed her identity.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Raven-Symone

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Amber Riley

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Miranda Lambert

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Raven-Symone

Kelly Osbourne as Ladybug

Season 2, Episode 7

This television personality and daughter of Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne felt empowered in her Ladybug mask after years of being insecure. Osbourne showed off a rock edge, singing “Youngblood” by 5 Seconds of Summer and was none too thrilled when most of the judging panel thought she was Lindsay Lohan.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Lindsay Lohan

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Paris Jackson

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Lindsay Lohan

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Jamie Lynn Spears

Patti LaBelle as Flower

Season 2, Episode 8

This powerhouse diva was instantly recognized for her unique, legendary tone. The Grammy-winning singer fooled almost no one, but Ken remained adamant Bjork was under the Flower mask, even after LaBelle’s final performance of “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Patti LaBelle

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Patti LaBelle

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Bjork

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Patti LaBelle

Michelle Williams as Butterfly

Season 2, Episode 9

This gospel singer and member of the iconic girl group Destiny’s Child used “The Masked Singer” as a form of therapy, re-emerging into the limelight after a difficult year. Throughout the season she played with various genres of music, but following her performance of “Sorry Not Sorry” by Demi Lovato, the panel of judges had no question it was Williams (well, except Ken).

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Michelle Williams

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Michelle Williams    

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Mel B

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Michelle Williams

Ana Gasteyer as Tree

Season 2, Episode 10

This hilarious actress and “Saturday Night Live” alum proved her voice was no joke as she belted out “The Edge of Glory” by Lady Gaga. Her bizarre Christmas references and powerful vocals confused the panel for weeks, but she wasn’t able to hide her identity for long and half the panel pegged Gasteyer as the Tree.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Amy Sedaris

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Ana Gasteyer  

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Bebe Neuwirth

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Amy Sedaris

Victor Oladipo as Thingamajig

Season 2, Episode 11

This NBA All-Star showed off his hidden musical talents on “The Masked Singer” and developed a flirtatious relationship with Nicole, who he brought to tears with his voice. Perhaps more shocking than Oladipo’s voice was the fact that Ken was the only judge to guess his true identity following a performance of “Winter Wonderland” by Bing Crosby.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Montell Jordan

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Paul George

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Victor Oladipo

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Markelle Fultz

Seal as Leopard

Season 2, Episode 11

Nobody on “The Masked Singer” seemed to have more fun getting into character than Seal as the eccentric, royal Leopard. His act threw the panel off for weeks before Seal’s identiry became apparent after his performance of “Big Spender” by Shirley Bassey.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Seal

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Eric Benet

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Jeff Goldblum

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Seal

Adrienne Bailon as Flamingo

Season 2 Finale (Third Place)

This singer and Emmy-winning co-host of “The Real” had taken a break from singing and admitted to being insecure about the sound of her own voice. Her confidence grew each week as the panel gave her encouraging compliments and she managed to make it all the way to the finale. Bailon finished in third place after a scorching hot performance of “Proud Mary” by Tina Turner.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Adrienne Bailon

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Adrienne Bailon

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Jessica Simpson

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Adrienne Bailon

Chris Daughtry as Rottweiler

Season 2 Finale (Runner-up)

This multi-platinum rock singer was no stranger to reality singing competitions after finishing in fourth place on Season 5 of “American Idol.” Hoping to prove he had more musical versatility than his career has shown so far, Daughtry threw on the Rottweiler mask and made it all the way to the finale, finishing in second place. Following his final performance of “Alive” by Sia, the panel still had no clue Daughtry was hiding under the mask.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Darren Criss

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Jason Mraz

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Dave Franco

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Darren Criss

Wayne Brady as Fox

Season 2 Finale (Winner)

This five-time Emmy winner, comedian and Broadway star had developed a plan from day one to confuse the panel and lead them to believe he was Jamie Foxx. As the weeks passed by, Brady wowed viewers with his voice, dance moves and charisma as the Fox. Following his final performance of “Try a Little Tenderness” by Otis Redding, Brady won the Golden Mask and became the Season 2 champion.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Wayne Brady

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Jamie Foxx

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Jamie Foxx

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Wayne Brady

Lil Wayne as Robot

Season 3, Episode 1

This five-time Grammy-winning rapper left jaws on the floor when he was unmasked as the Robot during the Season 3 premiere. Rather than rap, Wayne showed a lesser known side of himself, rocking out to “Are You Gonna Go My Way” by Lenny Kravitz. The panel had no clue Wayne was behind the mask and called it the most shocking reveal to date.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Shaun White

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Johnny Knoxville

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Flavor Flav

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Floyd Mayweather

Drew Carey as Llama

Season 3, Episode 2

This actor, comedian and game show host had everyone guessing as he pranced around crooning “It’s Not Unusual” by Tom Jones in a llama suit. The panel couldn’t believe the host of “The Price is Right” was behind the mask, but Carey admitted he wanted to do the show “for a laugh.”

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Adam Carolla

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Kelsey Grammar

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Joel McHale

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Woody Harrelson

Chaka Khan as Miss Monster

Season 3, Episode 3

This 10-time Grammy winner is known as the Queen of Funk, she but toned things down in hopes of fooling the judges on “The Masked Singer.” After a dramatic performance of “You Don’t Own Me” by Lesley Gore, half of the panel recognized her iconic voice before she was unmasked.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Chaka Khan

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Queen Latifah

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Reba McEntire

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Chaka Khan

Tony Hawk as Elephant

Season 3, Episode 4

This X Games legend and stuntman is the last person most viewers expected to see in a singing competition, which is why none of the judges could figure out he was belting out the ’90s classic “Friday I’m in Love” by The Cure. Hawk admitted to joining the show to have some fun and sang a song by The Cure in honor of his wife.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Travis Pastrana

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Lance Armstrong

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Beto O’Rourke

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: DJ Steve Aoki

Dionne Warwick as Mouse

Season 3, Episode 5

This R&B Hall of Fame singer “had a ball” playing dress up as the elegant Mouse, but her unmistakable voice made it easy for the judges to guess her identity (well, except Ken). With 56 songs charting on the Billboard Hot 100 to her credit, it is no wonder why almost everyone knew Warwick was singing “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)” by Natalie Cole from behind the mask.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Dionne Warwick

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Dionne Warwick

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Tina Turner

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Dionne Warwick

Tom Bergeron as Taco

Season 3, Episode 6

This Emmy-winning host and comedian was flabbergasted he was able to fool the entire judging panel on “The Masked Singer” – especially considering Nicole had been on “Dancing with the Stars” and Jenny wrote a blurb on the cover of one of his books. Nonetheless, Bergeron shocked everyone when he removed the mask from his Taco suit following a performance of “Can’t Help Myself” by The Four Tops.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Martin Short

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Jerry Springer

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Martin Short

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Barry Manilow

Sarah Palin as Bear

Season 3, Episode 7

“This is something our country needs right now,” Palin expressed after removing her Bear mask and hearing a collective gasp from the studio audience on “The Masked Singer.” The judges were absolutely gobsmacked when the former governor of Alaska and Vice Presidential candidate revealed herself to be the zany creature singing “Baby Got Back” by Sir Mix-a-Lot. Palin admitted it’s the weirdest thing she’s ever done.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Tina Fey

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Candace Cameron-Bure

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Jodie Sweetin

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Christina Applegate

Bella Thorne as Swan

Season 3, Episode 8

This actress and former child model rocked the house to “I Hate Myself For Loving You” by Joan Jett & the Blackhearts and despite giving a shoutout to Ken during her performance, nobody had any clue who she was. Thorne co-starred with Ken in “The Duff” and became the second former co-star of his he failed to recognize on “The Masked Singer.”

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Nina Dobrev

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Kristen Stewart

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Olivia Munn

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Megan Fox

JoJo Siwa as T-Rex

Season 3, Episode 9

This young singer, dancer and YouTube star brought an unprecedented amount of energy to her T-Rex character. Whatever she lacked in vocals she more than compensated for with her dynamic presence, but she was still sent packing following her performance of “Jai Ho! (You Are My Destiny)” by A.R. Rahman & The Pussycat Dolls.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: JoJo Siwa

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: JoJo Siwa

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Liza Koshy

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: JoJo Siwa

Rob Gronkowski as White Tiger

Season 3, Episode 10

This three-time Super Bowl champion for the New England Patriots brought his passion and unorthodox dance moves to the stage, making it all the way to the Super 9 of Season 3 despite having no musical skills. Gronkowski’s last performance of “I’m Too Sexy” by Right Said Fred was enough for half the judging panel to guess his identity.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Rob Gronkowski

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Rob Gronkowski

Ken Jeong’s final guess: J.J. Watt

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Jon Cena

Jordyn Woods as Kangaroo

Season 3, Episode 11

This plus size supermodel and former bestie to billionaire Kylie Jenner made a splash as the feisty, yet sexy Kangaroo. Following a year of bad press, Woods hoped to show the world a different side of herself and impressed audiences with a voice she didn’t even know she had. Woods was unmasked after her performance of “No Air” by Jordin Sparks and Jenny was the only judge who guessed her identity.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: La La Anthony

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Jordyn Woods

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Cat Deeley

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Blac Chyna

Bret Michaels as Banana

Season 3, Episode 12

For weeks the panelists were convinced the yellow fruit was actually a blue collar comedian, naming Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Engvall and even Larry the Cable Guy. But when Banana revealed he didn’t have a background in comedy, Jenny (and soon two other judges) shifted focus to Michaels.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Bret Michaels

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Bret Michaels

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Brad Paisley

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Bret Michaels

Hunter Hayes as Astronaut

Season 3, Episode 13

The renowned country singer hid his true identity by taking on all other music genres, but Nicole wasn’t fooled. She was the only panelist who knew Hayes was hiding inside the Astronaut costume thanks in part to a “birthday party” clue she realized was a Fourth of July concert in which they performed together.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Jonathan Taylor Thomas

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Ben Platt

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Skylar Astin

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Hunter Hayes

Jackie Evancho as Kitty

Season 3, Episode 14

No one was more shocked to see Evancho hiding behind the Kitty mask than Nick, who first met her 10 years earlier when she was a finalist on “America’s Got Talent.” Evancho decided to put on the sultry costume so that people would see a different side of her now that she’s all grown up.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Ashley Tisdale

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Lea Michele

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Anna Kendrick

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Vanessa Hudgens

Barry Zito as Rhino

Season 3, Episode 15

Stop the presses! For the first time in Season 3, Ken correctly guessed the identity of the unmasked singer. Of course, he stole Jenny’s guess from weeks earlier, but that didn’t really matter in the long run. Ken was convinced after a “JAG” clue pointed to Zito being a guest star on CBS’s Navy drama, of which Ken was a superfan.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Trace Adkins

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Barry Zito

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Barry Zito

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Jason Aldean

Bow Wow as Frog

Season 3 Finale (Third Place)

Despite being a front-runner all season long, this rapping and hip-hopping amphibian had to settle for third place in the grand finale. Two of the panelists correctly guessed Bow Wow’s true identity, while the other two were ribbittingly wrong.

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Bow Wow

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Lil’ Romeo

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Kid Cudi

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Bow Wow

Jesse McCartney as Turtle

Season 3 Finale (Runner-up)

Throughout the season the panelists’ guesses included every boy band member known to man, but in the end it proved to be singer-songwriter McCartney. One of the physical clues, a photo album, notably teased the heartthrob’s early career as an actor on soap opera “All My Children.”

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Adam Lambert

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Jesse McCartney

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Nick Jonas

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Jesse McCartney

Kandi Burruss as Night Angel

Season 3 Finale (Winner)

At long last, the winner of the third Golden Mask was revealed to be business mogul/Grammy-winning songwriter/realty TV star Burruss. “It feels incredible!” said the show’s first-ever female winner. “For a long time I really stopped singing by myself … and I really appreciate you guys for helping me build my confidence back up.”

Robin Thicke’s final guess: Kandi Burruss

Jenny McCarthy’s final guess: Kandi Burruss

Ken Jeong’s final guess: Tisha Campbell

Nicole Scherzinger’s final guess: Taraji P. Henson

Busta Rhymes as Dragon

Season 4, Episode 1

Despite the rapper having an identifiably gravelly voice, he fooled half of the panelists, with only Robin Thicke and Nicole Scherzinger guessing correctly. “I felt like I was in an oxygen tank without oxygen,” Busta Rhymes declared in his post-show interview.

Robin’s first impression: Busta Rhymes
Robin’s final guess: Busta Rhymes

Jenny’s first impression: Adrian Peterson
Jenny’s final guess: DMX

Ken’s first impression: Marshawn Lynch
Ken’s final guess: Michael Phelps

Nicole’s first impression: Busta Rhymes
Nicole’s final guess: Busta Rhymes

Mickey Rourke as Gremlin

Season 4, Episode 2

In a “Masked Singer” first, Mickey Rourke decided he was too hot inside the costume and so he self-eliminated before the voting process even began. Amazingly, Jenny McCarthy still guessed the raspy-voiced actor correctly. Unfortunately, Nicole Scherzinger didn’t even get to guess because Rourke removed his mask beforehand.

Robin’s first impression: N/A
Robin’s final guess: Jerry Lee Lewis

Jenny’s first impression: Mickey Rourke
Jenny’s final guess: Mickey Rourke

Ken’s first impression: N/A
Ken’s final guess: Steve Austin

Nicole’s first impression: N/A
Nicole’s final guess: N/A

Brian Austin Green as Giraffe

Season 4, Episode 3

Even though Brian Austin Green was childhood friends with Robin Thicke, the judge failed to guess his secret identity. Guest panelist Joel McHale came the closest when he thought the Giraffe was actually “Beverly Hills 90210” star Jason Priestley.

Robin’s first impression: Jaleel White
Robin’s final guess: Travis Barker

Jenny’s first impression: Travis Barker
Jenny’s final guess: Seth Green

Ken’s first impression: Will.I.Am
Ken’s final guess: Shia LaBeouf

Nicole’s first impression: Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Nicole’s final guess: Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Mark Sanchez as Baby Alien

Season 4, Episode 4

This character made “Masked Singer” history as the first-ever puppet to take the stage. Mark Sanchez, a retired NFL quarterback and current sports commentator, was officially one of the most shocking reveals of all time, as the panelists were mostly convinced Baby Alien was a stand-up comedian.

Robin’s first impression: Triumph the Insult Comic Dog
Robin’s final guess: Jason Biggs

Jenny’s first impression: Ralph Macchio
Jenny’s final guess: Nick Kroll

Ken’s first impression: Matt LeBlanc
Ken’s final guess: Freddie Prinze Jr.

Nicole’s first impression: David Schwimmer
Nicole’s final guess: Jeff Dunham

Wendy Williams as Lips

Season 4, Episode 5

After being eliminated on her first appearance, the infamous talk show host admitted she couldn’t sing and couldn’t dance, but that she knew “how to have fun.” The two female panelists immediately recognized Wendy Williams’ trademark voice and laugh, while the two male judges were swayed by some of the clues and guessed incorrectly.

Robin’s first impression: Sandra Bernhard
Robin’s final guess: Sandra Bernhard

Jenny’s first impression: Wendy Williams
Jenny’s final guess: Wendy Williams

Ken’s first impression: Mariah Carey
Ken’s final guess: Allison Janney

Nicole’s first impression: Wendy Williams
Nicole’s final guess: Wendy Williams

Bob Saget as Squiggly Monster

Season 4, Episode 6

For the first time in Season 4, Ken Jeong correctly guessed a contestant’s true identity … and it’s all thanks to Bob Saget. The comedian and TV star was almost unanimously chosen by the panel as the Squiggly Monster, with Nicole Scherzinger being the only holdout as she thought it was “Veep” star Gary Cole instead.

Robin’s first impression: Bob Saget
Robin’s final guess: Bob Saget

Jenny’s first impression: Bob Saget
Jenny’s final guess: Bob Saget

Ken’s first impression: Fabio
Ken’s final guess: Bob Saget

Nicole’s first impression: Ying Yang Twins
Nicole’s final guess: Gary Cole

Clint Black, Lisa Hartman Black as Snow Owls

Season 4, Episode 7

“The Masked Singer” history was made when two people took the stage at the same time in a double costume. The panelists were on the right track that a pair of country singers were hiding inside the Snow Owls egg, but only Nicole Scherzinger correctly guessed Clint Black and Lisa Hartman Black.

Robin’s first impression: Amy Grant & Vince Gill
Robin’s final guess: Amy Grant & Vince Gill

Jenny’s first impression: Maureen McCormick & Barry Williams
Jenny’s final guess: Amy Grant & Vince Gill

Ken’s first impression: Derek Hough & Julianne Hough
Ken’s final guess: Danny DeVito & Rhea Perlman

Nicole’s first impression: Donny Osmond & Marie Osmond
Nicole’s final guess: Clint Black & Lisa Hartman Black

Lonzo Ball as Whatchamacallit

Season 4, Episode 8

The first of the night’s double eliminations was NBA player Lonzo Ball, who claimed he did the show because it’s one of his mom’s favorites. The panelists thought the hairy monster might be a sports star, but only Ken Jeong correctly named Lonzo Ball because of a “triple B” clue.

Robin’s first impression: Tyler the Creator
Robin’s final guess: Michael Strahan

Jenny’s first impression: Winston Duke
Jenny’s final guess: Devin Booker

Ken’s first impression: Damian Lillard
Ken’s final guess: Lonzo Ball

Nicole’s first impression: Uncle It
Nicole’s final guess: Carmelo Anthony

Dr. Elvis Francois as Serpent

Season 4, Episode 8

As for the second elimination of this episode, Nicole Scherzinger was able to guess the viral YouTube doctor’s true identity when he hissed that he’d sung with one of the panelists before. Nicole and Dr. Elvis had previously performed “Rise Up” together in an episode of “After the Mask.”

Robin’s first impression: Wanya Morris
Robin’s final guess: Donald Faison

Jenny’s first impression: John Legend
Jenny’s final guess: Taye Diggs

Ken’s first impression: Usher
Ken’s final guess: Daveed Diggs

Nicole’s first impression: Okieriete Onaodowan
Nicole’s final guess: Dr. Elvis Francois

Paul Anka as Broccoli

Season 4, Episode 9

The veteran singer and songwriter of Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” stumped all of the judges except for Robin Thicke, who just happened to be a fellow Canadian. Paul Anka was the last contestant to be unmasked before the show moved on to the Super Six stage of the competition.

Robin’s first impression: Bob Newhart
Robin’s final guess: Paul Anka

Jenny’s first impression: Jerry Springer
Jenny’s final guess: Neil Sedaka

Ken’s first impression: Martin Short
Ken’s final guess: Ringo Starr

Nicole’s first impression: Bill Murray
Nicole’s final guess: Wayne Newton

Taylor Dayne as Popcorn

Season 4, Episode 10

Jenny McCarthy grew up listening to Taylor Dayne records, which is how she knew the legendary singer was hiding inside the buttery Popcorn costume. “You guys made me cry under this mask,” the emotional artist said during her exit interview with Nick Cannon.

Robin’s first impression: Tina Turner
Robin’s final guess: Tina Turner

Jenny’s first impression: Tina Turner
Jenny’s final guess: Taylor Dayne

Ken’s first impression: Tina Turner
Ken’s final guess: Tina Turner

Nicole’s first impression: Diana Ross
Nicole’s final guess: Taylor Dayne

Chloe Kim as Jellyfish

Season 4, Episode 10

Chloe Kim had all of the panelists laughing when she told a story about sliding into Ken Jeong’s DMs two years earlier and being “left on delivered.” Ken responded he was going to go home and respond to her right away because the Olympian snowboarder is such a heroic figure in his household.

Robin’s first impression: Addison Rae
Robin’s final guess: Gabby Douglas

Jenny’s first impression: Daisy Ridley
Jenny’s final guess: McKayla Maroney

Ken’s first impression: Yara Shahidi
Ken’s final guess: Chloe Kim

Nicole’s first impression: Sofia Richie
Nicole’s final guess: Grimes

Tori Kelly as Seahorse

Season 4, Episode 10

All of the clues about previously appearing on a singing competition show are what convinced Robin Thicke and Nicole Scherzinger to name this former “American Idol” contestant as their final pick. “I feel more like an entertainer now,” Tori Kelly proclaimed after being unmasked as the colorful Seahorse.

Robin’s first impression: JoJo
Robin’s final guess: Tori Kelly

Jenny’s first impression: Halsey
Jenny’s final guess: Halsey

Ken’s first impression: Fergie
Ken’s final guess: Christina Aguilera

Nicole’s first impression: Maren Morris
Nicole’s final guess: Tori Kelly

Nick Carter as Crocodile

Season 4 Finale (Third Place)

The latest boy band alum to grace the stage was Nick Carter of Backstreet Boys fame. The panelists all guessed different 90s stars, but Jenny McCarthy hit the nail on the head when she named Nick Carter. With four correct first impression guesses in Season 4, Jenny was later awarded the Golden Ear trophy.

Robin’s first impression: Jordan Knight
Robin’s final guess: Howie D

Jenny’s first impression: Nick Carter
Jenny’s final guess: Nick Carter

Ken’s first impression: Bradley Cooper
Ken’s final guess: Nick Lachey

Nicole’s first impression: Nick Lachey
Nicole’s final guess: Jordan Knight

Aloe Blacc as Mushroom

Season 4 Finale (Runner-up)

You may know his voice from hit singles “Wake Me Up” and “I Need a Dollar,” but not many people knew Aloe Blacc’s name before his unmasking. The soul/R&B singer credits his daughter with giving him inspiration for how to act in his Mushroom get-up. “It’s not a skirt! This is a mushroom stem,” he said about his flowing costume.

Robin’s first impression: Billy Porter
Robin’s final guess: Aloe Blacc

Jenny’s first impression: Maxwell
Jenny’s final guess: Ne-Yo

Ken’s first impression: Justin Timberlake
Ken’s final guess: Pharrell Williams

Nicole’s first impression: Donald Glover
Nicole’s final guess: Aloe Blacc

LeAnn Rimes as Sun

Season 4 Finale (Winner)

How fitting that Sun won the Golden Mask — after all, this shining star was the first contestant to perform this fourth season and set the bar extremely high with her “Cuz I Love You” cover. Throughout the competition the panelists threw out all kinds of guesses, but in the end both Jenny McCarthy and Nicole Scherzinger guessed Sun was actually child singer LeAnn Rimes.

Robin’s first impression: Natasha Bedingfield
Robin’s final guess: Katharine McPhee

Jenny’s first impression: Demi Lovato
Jenny’s final guess: LeAnn Rimes

Ken’s first impression: Gwyneth Paltrow
Ken’s final guess: Mandy Moore

Nicole’s first impression: Katharine McPhee
Nicole’s final guess: LeAnn Rimes

Kermit the Frog as Snail

Season 5, Episode 1

The fifth season of “TMS” promised to be a “game-changer” and it did not disappoint. Nobody could have predicted the infamous green Muppet was hiding inside the Snail costume, which led to one of the most shocking reveals in the show’s history. “I’m never gonna hear the end of this from Miss Piggy,” Kermit the Frog joked in his unmasked interview.

Robin’s first impression: Seth MacFarlane
Robin’s final guess: Seth MacFarlane

Jenny’s first impression: Adam Carolla
Jenny’s final guess: Ted Cruz

Ken’s first impression: Jay Leno
Ken’s final guess: Jay Leno

Nicole’s first impression: Adam Carolla
Nicole’s final guess: Billy Crystal

Caitlyn Jenner as Phoenix

Season 5, Episode 2

“My kids have always known dad’s a little crazy,” said Caitlyn Jenner after being unmasked as the fiery bird. Both Ken Jeong and Jenny McCarthy picked the Olympic gold medalist and reality TV star as their first impression, but Ken chickened out at the last second and switched his final guess to RuPaul Charles, prompting Caitlyn to call him an “idiot.”

Robin’s first impression: Laverne Cox
Robin’s final guess: Laverne Cox

Jenny’s first impression: Caitlyn Jenner
Jenny’s final guess: Caitlyn Jenner

Ken’s first impression: Caitlyn Jenner
Ken’s final guess: RuPaul Charles

Nicole’s first impression: Perez Hilton
Nicole’s final guess: Jonathan Van Ness

Danny Trejo as Raccoon

Season 5, Episode 3

A true shocker, nobody could have predicted the famed Hollywood actor was masquerading as the garbage-eating Raccoon. In his exit interview, Danny Trejo singled out Jenny McCarthy for the work she does helping kids with autism. “I love the work that you do. And I mean that from the bottom of my heart,” he proclaimed.

Robin’s first impression: Danny DeVito
Robin’s final guess: Tony Danza

Jenny’s first impression: Dustin Hoffman
Jenny’s final guess: Gary Busey

Ken’s first impression: Mike Tyson
Ken’s final guess: Danny DeVito

Nicole’s first impression: Gary Busey
Nicole’s final guess: Sylvester Stallone

Logan Paul as Grandpa Monster

Season 5, Episode 4

Nicole Scherzinger came close to guessing the identity of the orange, furry, bearded Grandpa Monster, by naming Jake Paul instead of his brother, Logan Paul. “You thought I was Jake?” asked the sad-faced internet personality. Hey, does that mean Nicole gets half a point?

Robin’s first impression: Johnny Manziel
Robin’s final guess: Johnny Manziel

Jenny’s first impression: Morgan Freeman
Jenny’s final guess: The Miz

Ken’s first impression: Emmitt Smith
Ken’s final guess: Kevin Hart

Nicole’s first impression: Cam Newton
Nicole’s final guess: Jake Paul

Nick Cannon as Bulldog

Season 5, Episode 5

Guest host Niecy Nash surprised the panel when she announced the votes wouldn’t count and she’d be the sole person to eliminate one of the contestants. She then declared she was sending Bulldog to the dog pound. The gold-plated puppy removed his mask to reveal none other than the show’s original host Nick Cannon, who’d been out sick with Covid-19 for the first four episodes. None of the panelists made official guesses this week.

Robin’s first impression: N/A
Robin’s final guess: N/A

Jenny’s first impression: N/A
Jenny’s final guess: N/A

Ken’s first impression: N/A
Ken’s final guess: N/A

Nicole’s first impression: N/A
Nicole’s final guess: N/A

Mark McGrath as Orca

Season 5, Episode 6

As the first-ever wild card in “TMS” history, Mark McGrath will go down in the record books. However, not as the winner. The Sugar Ray frontman and TV host had the panel tearing up with his story about losing his father, though none of them correctly named him as the celeb hiding behind the Orca mask when he was later eliminated.

Robin’s first impression: Billie Joe Armstrong
Robin’s final guess: Billie Joe Armstrong

Jenny’s first impression: Dave Grohl
Jenny’s final guess: Kelly Slater

Ken’s first impression: Jon Bon Jovi
Ken’s final guess: Billie Joe Armstrong

Nicole’s first impression: Dave Grohl
Nicole’s final guess: Dave Grohl

Bobby Brown as Crab

Season 5, Episode 7

Despite his iconic voice and stage persona, only half the panel was savvy enough to guess Bobby Brown was hiding inside the Crab costume. Both Ken Jeong and Jenny McCarthy added points to their Golden Ear tallies after correctly naming him as their first impressions.

Robin’s first impression: Kool (Robert Bell)
Robin’s final guess: Ray Parker Jr.

Jenny’s first impression: Bobby Brown
Jenny’s final guess: Bobby Brown

Ken’s first impression: Bobby Brown
Ken’s final guess: Bobby Brown

Nicole’s first impression: Jackson 5 member
Nicole’s final guess: Keith Sweat

Tamera Mowry-Housely as Seashell

Season 5, Episode 7

The former “Sister, Sister” star readily admitted she hasn’t sung on a big stage in 20 years, but you couldn’t tell it from the Seashell’s professional-sounding voice. Host Nick Cannon claimed he knew Tamera Mowry-Housely was masquerading in the ocean costume since they grew up together, but the only panelist who named her was Nicole Scherzinger.

Robin’s first impression: Ashley Judd
Robin’s final guess: Haylie Duff

Jenny’s first impression: Vanessa Hudgens
Jenny’s final guess: Vanessa Hudgens

Ken’s first impression: Kristin Chenowith
Ken’s final guess: Sarah Silverman

Nicole’s first impression: Hillary Duff
Nicole’s final guess: Tamera Mowry-Housely

Tyrese Gibson as Robopine

Season 5, Episode 8

“When you have two daughters you look for those moments to sit in front of the TV and do something fun as a family,” the “Fast and Furious” franchise star told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “So here I am now with a Robopine outfit on!” Only Nicole Scherzinger correctly guessed Tyrese Gibson was hiding inside the porcupine costume.

Robin’s first impression: Ginuwine
Robin’s final guess: Terrence Howard

Jenny’s first impression: Jamie Foxx
Jenny’s final guess: Jamie Foxx

Ken’s first impression: Jamie Foxx
Ken’s final guess: Wesley Snipes

Nicole’s first impression: Jamie Foxx
Nicole’s final guess: Tyrese Gibson

Hanson as Russian Dolls

Season 5, Episode 9

MMMBop! One of the most famous boy bands of the 1990s and 2000s, Hanson, competed together as the Russian Dolls. Midway through the competition, Nicole Scherzinger caught on to their true identities, not being swayed at all when a fake fourth doll appeared on stage.

Robin’s first impression: Black Eyed Peas
Robin’s final guess: Sugarland

Jenny’s first impression: Boyz II Men
Jenny’s final guess: Hanson

Ken’s first impression: Donnie & Marie Osmond
Ken’s final guess: Jonas Brothers

Nicole’s first impression: “Glee” Cast
Nicole’s final guess: Hanson

Donnie Wahlberg as Cluedle-Doo

Season 5, Episode 10

For the first time ever, a costume was unmasked that wasn’t a contestant. As Cluedle-Doo, aka the Renaissance rooster, Donnie Wahlberg trolled the panelists and dropped clues all season long. The boy bander later revealed that he joined up with the show for his wife, Jenny McCarthy, and for all of his New Kids on the Block fans.

Robin’s first impression: N/A
Robin’s final guess: N/A

Jenny’s first impression: N/A
Jenny’s final guess: N/A

Ken’s first impression: N/A
Ken’s final guess: N/A

Nicole’s first impression: N/A
Nicole’s final guess: N/A

Omarion as Yeti

Season 5, Episode 10

Robin Thicke was the only judge savvy enough to realize Omarion was masquerading as the abominable snowman since he first popped up as the final wild card. “This was a new challenge, to continue to broaden my range as a performer,” the former B2K member said during his unmasked interview.

Robin’s first impression: Omarion
Robin’s final guess: Omarion

Jenny’s first impression: Mario
Jenny’s final guess: Ne-Yo

Ken’s first impression: Justin Bieber
Ken’s final guess: Justin Bieber

Nicole’s first impression: Jason Derulo
Nicole’s final guess: Mario

Wiz Khalifa as Chameleon

Season 5 Finale (Third Place)

Wiz Khalifa’s goal was to be the first rapper to make it to the end by performing strictly rap songs, and he succeeded. While lots of famous rappers were name-checked by the judges throughout the season, only Robin Thicke and Nicole Scherzinger stuck with Wiz Khalifa as their final guesses for Chameleon.

Robin’s first impression: Redfoo
Robin’s final guess: Wiz Khalifa

Jenny’s first impression: Denzel Washington
Jenny’s final guess: Gucci Mane

Ken’s first impression: Dwight Howard
Ken’s final guess: 2 Chainz

Nicole’s first impression: Nick Cannon
Nicole’s final guess: Wiz Khalifa

JoJo as Black Swan

Season 5 Finale (Runner-up)

JoJo signed up for “TMS” because she was starting to lose confidence in her vocal abilities while sitting at home during quarantine. Her friend Nicole Scherzinger recognized her voice as the Black Swan from about the midway point of the competition, and she stuck with the recording artist as her final guess.

Robin’s first impression: Rita Ora
Robin’s final guess: Normani

Jenny’s first impression: Leighton Meester
Jenny’s final guess: Monica

Ken’s first impression: Jessie J
Ken’s final guess: Demi Lovato

Nicole’s first impression: Natasha Bedingfield
Nicole’s final guess: JoJo

Nick Lachey as Piglet

Season 5 Finale (Winner)

Nick Lachey became the fifth champion when he claimed the Golden Mask on May 26, 2021. Only Jenny McCarthy was savvy enough to name the boy band singer as her first impression, winning her a second consecutive Golden Ear trophy. “This experience has [reminded] me how much I love singing, how much I love music,” the artist formerly known as Piglet said as the final credits rolled.

Robin’s first impression: John Rzeznik
Robin’s final guess: Nick Lachey

Jenny’s first impression: Nick Lachey
Jenny’s final guess: Nick Lachey

Ken’s first impression: Adam Lambert
Ken’s final guess: Jeremy Renner

Nicole’s first impression: Cody Simpson
Nicole’s final guess: Brian Littrell

Dwight Howard as Octopus

Season 6, Episode 1

“It was hot in this suit!” Dwight Howard exclaimed to host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “The mask weighed about 55 pounds. I was sweatin’, smilin’ and singin.'” The former Los Angeles Laker admitted to doing the show because it’s one of his mother’s favorites. Only Ken Jeong correctly guessed his true identity.

Robin’s first impression: Joel Embiid
Robin’s final guess: Joel Embiid

Jenny’s first impression: Dennis Rodman
Jenny’s final guess: Dennis Rodman

Ken’s first impression: Dwight Howard
Ken’s final guess: Dwight Howard

Nicole’s first impression: Shaquille O’Neal
Nicole’s final guess: Shaquille O’Neal

Vivica A. Fox as Mother Nature

Season 6, Episode 1/2

For the first time ever, a contestant was eliminated in one episode but then unmasked in the next, resulting in a nail-biting cliffhanger. Ultimately, Mother Nature was revealed to be actress Vivica A. Fox, which shocked all of the judges except for Jenny McCarthy, who claimed she’d temporarily written that name on her sheet.

Robin’s first impression: Tracee Ellis Ross
Robin’s final guess: Tracee Ellis Ross

Jenny’s first impression: Tiffany Haddish
Jenny’s final guess: Tiffany Haddish

Ken’s first impression: Tiffany Haddish
Ken’s final guess: Tiffany Haddish

Nicole’s first impression: Chelsea Handler
Nicole’s final guess: Tracee Ellis Ross

Toni Braxton as Pufferfish

Season 6, Episode 2

Nick called Toni Braxton’s early elimination the biggest “upset” in “The Masked Singer” history, and he could be right. Usually the first people sent home are those without singing backgrounds, but she is a seven-time Grammy Award winner. Fun fact: Braxton wore a safety mank underneath her Pufferfish mask for extra protection against Covid-19.

Robin’s first impression: Jessica Alba
Robin’s final guess: Jessica Alba

Jenny’s first impression: Jennifer Lopez
Jenny’s final guess: Nelly Furtado

Ken’s first impression: Issa Rae
Ken’s final guess: Zoe Saldana

Nicole’s first impression: Paula Abdul
Nicole’s final guess: Monica

Tyga as Dalmatian

Season 6, Episode 3

The hip-hop superstar decided to try out for “The Masked Singer” after seeing Lil Wayne masquerade as the Robot in the third season. The judges were way off on their guesses (as usual), with no one predicting Tyga was actually hiding inside the Dalmatian outfit.

Robin’s first impression: Nelly
Robin’s final guess: Nelly

Jenny’s first impression: Steve Harvey
Jenny’s final guess: Kevin Hart

Ken’s first impression: Reggie Bush
Ken’s final guess: Reggie Bush

Nicole’s first impression: One of the Lil’s
Nicole’s final guess: Nelly

Larry the Cable Guy as Baby

Season 6, Episode 4

Over the years the panelists had name-dropped Larry the Cable Guy multiple times, but of course when he was really standing in front of them (in a baby costume, no less), they drew a blank. “Boy, what a letdown,” the comedian said after they guessed big names like Bruce Willis.

Robin’s first impression: Chuck Norris
Robin’s final guess: Chuck Norris

Jenny’s first impression: Kurt Russell
Jenny’s final guess: Bruce Willis

Ken’s first impression: Hugh Jackman
Ken’s final guess: Gordon Ramsay

Nicole’s first impression: Michael Caine
Nicole’s final guess: James Corden

Ruth Pointer as Cupcake

Season 6, Episode 5

Ruth Pointer revealed in her exit interview that there were supposed to be “two Cupcakes” this season, but her sister, Anita Pointer, couldn’t compete because she was having some health issues. Nicole was the only panelist to guess Ruth was hiding underneath the yummy costume.

Robin’s first impression: RuPaul
Robin’s final guess: Leslie Jones

Jenny’s first impression: RuPaul
Jenny’s final guess: Grace Jones

Ken’s first impression: Angela Bassett
Ken’s final guess: Tina Turner

Nicole’s first impression: Roberta Flack
Nicole’s final guess: Ruth Pointer

Rob Schneider as Hamster

Season 6, Episode 6

At first, the panelists were stumped about Hamster’s identity, but then Jenny McCarthy noticed some of the “SNL” clues and guessed Rob Schneider. She was right! “It’s hard to compete against a bull who can do the splits,” the comedian joked about the season’s apparent front-runner, Bull.

Robin’s first impression: Cheech Marin
Robin’s final guess: Cheech Marin

Jenny’s first impression: Andy Richter or Jason Alexander
Jenny’s final guess: Rob Schneider

Ken’s first impression: Bill Murray
Ken’s final guess: Will Ferrell

Nicole’s first impression: Jason Alexander
Nicole’s final guess: Gabriel Iglesias

Mama June and Honey Boo Boo as Beach Ball

Season 6, Episode 8

The Beach Ball was eliminated following its very first performance, due in part to the off-key vocals from the two celebrities hiding within. Even though the judges had name-dropped Honey Boo Boo in the past, no one thought the reality TV star was hiding inside the enormous beach toy with her mother.

Robin’s first impression: Kat Dennings & Beth Behrs
Robin’s final guess: Kat Dennings & Beth Behrs

Jenny’s first impression: Kim Zolciak & Erika Jayne
Jenny’s final guess: Snooki & JWoww

Ken’s first impression: Kim & Khloe Kardashian
Ken’s final guess: Kim & Khloe Kardashian

Nicole’s first impression: Kristen Wiig & Annie Mumolo
Nicole’s final guess: Kristen Wiig & Annie Mumolo

Johnny Rotten as Jester

Season 6, Episode 9

“We’ve only got one life,” Johnny Rotten expressed during his unmasked interview with host Nick Cannon. “We must explore all the possibilities and be limited by no one for no reason.” The punk legend took a little time to explain all of the cake in one of his clue packages. “In Britain we were banned everywhere,” he admitted. “Couldn’t play! We managed to get this gig playing for orphans and they had cake and they smothered us in it. So children got us, but adults didn’t!”

Robin’s first impression: Alice Cooper
Robin’s final guess: Flea

Jenny’s first impression: Dee Snider
Jenny’s final guess: Dee Snider

Ken’s first impression: Roger Daltrey
Ken’s final guess: Roger Daltrey

Nicole’s first impression: Sammy Hagar
Nicole’s final guess: Gene Simmons

Natasha Bedingfield as Pepper

Season 6, Episode 9

“It’s fun to be spicy,” Natasha Bedingfield revealed during her unmasked interview with host Nick Cannon. “I just want people to feel something so I’m really trying to tell the story.” Throughout her clue packages, Pepper revealed that someone very close to her was going through a difficult time. “My son had brain surgery just before the pandemic,” Natasha explained.

Robin’s first impression: Carly Rae Jepsen
Robin’s final guess: Mandy Moore

Jenny’s first impression: Lana Del Rey
Jenny’s final guess: Dido

Ken’s first impression: Kesha
Ken’s final guess: Pink

Nicole’s first impression: Natasha Bedingfield
Nicole’s final guess: Natasha Bedingfield

Willie Robertson as Mallard

Season 6, Episode 10

“I felt comfortable being a mallard,” Willie Robertson admitted during his unmasked interview with host Nick Cannon. “When they said duck, I thought, yeah! It was just one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. The first night I thought, there is no way. Most of the people that you named, I’m friends with. So I was laughing a lot because I was like, ‘he’s gonna die when he finds out they thought I was him.’ I was so nervous being in front of you and this has just been a blast. This has been one of the funnest things I’ve ever done.”

Robin’s first impression: Larry the Cable Guy
Robin’s final guess: Alan Jackson

Jenny’s first impression: Toby Keith
Jenny’s final guess: Jason Aldean

Ken’s first impression: Billy Ray Cyrus
Ken’s final guess: Billy Ray Cyrus

Nicole’s first impression: Dierks Bentley
Nicole’s final guess: Dog the Bounty Hunter

Bobby Berk as Caterpillar

Season 6, Episode 10

“I can go on tour with your husband,” Bobby Berk remarked to Jenny McCarthy after she gushed over the TV host’s voice during his unmasked interview with Nick Cannon. Bobby continued to address the panel, stating, “Thank you guys for being out there in the world and entertaining people. More than ever we need amazing people like you that make us smile. No matter how stupid some of the things you say are.”

Robin’s first impression: Howie D.
Robin’s final guess: AJ McLean

Jenny’s first impression: Brian Littrell
Jenny’s final guess: Owen Wilson

Ken’s first impression: Aaron Carter
Ken’s final guess: Dan Levy

Nicole’s first impression: Chris Brown
Nicole’s final guess: Tyler Hubbard

Faith Evans as Skunk

Season 6, Episode 11

“Thank you for the great compliments. You make a girl feel good!” Faith Evans told the panelists after unmasking as the smelly critter. The soul superstar added, “The Skunk is a lot of work, however it was so much fun.” Robin Thicke was onto Faith’s identity from the very beginning, pegging her as his first impression guess.

Robin’s first impression: Faith Evans
Robin’s final guess: Faith Evans

Jenny’s first impression: Gloria Gaynor or Roberta Flack
Jenny’s final guess: Mary J. Blige

Ken’s first impression: Anita Baker
Ken’s final guess: Mary J. Blige

Nicole’s first impression: Fantasia, Deborah Cox or Mary J. Blige
Nicole’s final guess: Faith Evans

David Foster & Katherine McPhee as Banana Split

Season 6, Episode 12

“You literally feel like you’re part of some weird circus act,” said former “American Idol” runner-up Katherine McPhee after being unmasked as the ice cream. Her husband David Foster, aka the banana, added, “I don’t have the pleasure of knowing Ken, though I’m a huge fan. But the other three I know and so it was kind of thrilling to try and fool them. But we didn’t really fool them. Is that because we’re a duo or what?”

Robin’s first impression: Jennifer Nettles & “that other guy”
Robin’s final guess: Ryan Tedder & Leona Lewis

Jenny’s first impression: David Foster & Katherine McPhee
Jenny’s final guess: David Foster & Katherine McPhee

Ken’s first impression: David Foster & Katherine McPhee
Ken’s final guess: David Foster & Katherine McPhee

Nicole’s first impression: David Foster & Katherine McPhee
Nicole’s final guess: David Foster & Katherine McPhee

Todrick Hall as Bull

Season 6 Finale (Runner-up)

“We grow up and we believe in ourselves as little kids,” Todrick Hall expressed after he removed his Bull mask. “Somewhere along the line the world starts to pick apart at you and they start to make you realize the things about you that are different. Being inside this costume gave me courage and I’ve faced a lot of fears on this show. It was always so fun an so worth it to get your awesome, amazing critiques every week.” Nicole Scherzinger won the Golden Ear thanks to smartly writing down Todrick’s name as her first impression.

Robin’s first impression: Lil Uzi Vert
Robin’s final guess: Sisqo

Jenny’s first impression: Brian Littrell
Jenny’s final guess: Adam Lambert

Ken’s first impression: Ne-Yo
Ken’s final guess: Taye Diggs

Nicole’s first impression: Todrick Hall
Nicole’s final guess: Todrick Hall

Jewel as Queen of Hearts

Season 6 Finale (Winner)

“It really is an honor to be in the hall of costumes and with the other amazing winners,” Jewel confessed after claiming the Golden Mask. “Everybody was so talented on this show. It’s the privilege of a lifetime to get to be yourself. This show, oddly, really gets at your essence and I find that really special.” She goes down as one of the biggest celebrities to ever appear on (let alone win) “The Masked Singer.”

Robin’s first impression: Idina Menzel
Robin’s final guess: Jewel

Jenny’s first impression: Fergie
Jenny’s final guess: Jewel

Ken’s first impression: Renee Zellweger
Ken’s final guess: Renee Zellweger

Nicole’s first impression: Carrie Underwood
Nicole’s final guess: Jewel

Duff Goldman as McTerrier

Season 7, Episode 1

The celeb pastry chef got so wrapped up in his performance his mask actually fell off on stage, prompting security to rush up and hide him. “I didn’t want to get sued,” Duff Goldman joked. “I was really worried I would mess it up for everybody.” Goldman also revealed that becoming a father inspired him to join the show, declaring, “I have a daughter and she just turned one.”

Robin’s final guess: Flea

Jenny’s final guess: Jeff Ross

Ken’s final guess: Mike Myers

Nicole’s final guess: Ewan McGregor

Joe Buck as Ram

Season 7, Episode 2

The Emmy-winning sports commentator masqueraded as the Ram at the beginning of the seventh season. While most of the panelists were stumped, it was guest judge Eric Stonestreet who recognized his friend under the gold metal costume. “I was just trying to look a little bit alive,” noted Joe Buck.

Robin’s final guess: Joe Buck

Jenny’s final guess: Jason Biggs

Ken’s final guess: Jason Sudeikis

Nicole’s final guess: Kelly Slater

Jorge Garcia as Cyclops

Season 7, Episode 3

A longtime fan of the show, Jorge Garcia admitted after being eliminated, “It has really been an honor to come and play.” The former “Lost” star performed as Cyclops, one of the biggest costumes to ever grace the “TMS” stage.

Robin’s final guess: Kevin Smith

Jenny’s final guess: Zac Brown

Ken’s final guess: Dave Bautista

Nicole’s final guess: Michael Keaton

Jordan Mailata as Thingamabob

Season 7, Episode 3

“I’ve been singing all my life,” Jordan Mailata revealed during his unmasked interview, adding, “I was a singer first before any sort of athlete.” Before belting out his swan song as Thingamabob, Mailata gave some advice to viewers at home: “If you want to do something, just do it.”

Robin’s final guess: J.J. Wyatt

Jenny’s final guess: Michael Strahan

Ken’s final guess: Liam Hemsworth

Nicole’s final guess: Dennis Rodman

Christie Brinkley as Lemur

Season 7, Episode 4

“On behalf of everybody, you are a treasure,” panelist Ken Jeong gushed during Christie Brinkley’s unmasked interview with host Nick Cannon. Ken was the only panelist to correctly guess Brinkley was behind the mask, which almost never happens.

Robin’s final guess: Melanie Griffith

Jenny’s final guess: Pamela Anderson

Ken’s final guess: Christie Brinkley

Nicole’s final guess: Goldie Hawn

Penn & Teller as Hydra

Season 7, Episode 5

“Our idea was that, perhaps, it would be a little bit of a mislead,” Penn responded when host Nick Cannon asked about Teller’s singing voice. Teller’s speaking voice has rarely, if ever, been heard in all the year’s of their magic act. “Some people can recognize my voice, so we gave Teller more of the singing so that maybe you wouldn’t recognize his voice as much.”

Robin’s final guess: Trey Parker & Matt Stone

Jenny’s final guess: Bert & Ernie

Ken’s final guess: Will Arnett & Zach Galifianakis

Nicole’s final guess: Will Ferrell & John C. Reilly

Dog the Bounty Hunter as Armadillo

Season 7, Episode 6

“I saw the first season and I was like, man, they are having fun,” Dog the Bounty Hunter admitted after being unmasked as the Armadillo. “Then, when I got here they said, ‘You gotta sing,’ I’m like, ‘What?’ Sing? I don’t even sing in the shower.” Amazingly, two of the panelists correctly guessed the reality TV star was hiding under the mask.

Robin’s final guess: Stone Cold Steve Austin

Jenny’s final guess: Dog the Bounty Hunter

Ken’s final guess: Al Pacino

Nicole’s final guess: Dog the Bounty Hunter

Jennifer Holliday as Miss Teddy

Season 7, Episode 6

Nicole Scherzinger was the only regular panelist to correctly guess the legendary diva was behind the Miss Teddy mask. “I used to pretend I was you in my room growing up,” Nicole told Jennifer Holliday. “You’re a living legend.” Guest panelist Leslie Jordan was correct as well after seeing a pair of clues — a pumpkin and Santa Claus — which are both symbols for “holidays.”

Robin’s final guess: Karen Clark Sheard

Jenny’s final guess: Gloria Gaynor

Ken’s final guess: Yolanda Adams

Nicole’s final guess: Jennifer Holliday

Rudy Giuliani as Jack in the Box

Season 7, Episode 7

“I guess the main reason is I just had a granddaughter,” Rudy Giuliani explained about why he did the show. “I want her to know that you should try everything, even if things are completely unlike you and unlikely.” After the controversial political figure was revealed to be Jack in the Box, Ken Jeong declared, “I’m done,” and walked off the stage.

Robin’s final guess: Robert Duvall

Jenny’s final guess: Joe Pesci

Ken’s final guess: Elon Musk

Nicole’s final guess: Al Roker

Kirstie Alley as Baby Mammoth

Season 7, Episode 8

The former “Cheers” star proclaimed, “I’ve done a lot of things in my career, but I’ve never gotten to be in the circus.” Kirstie Alley had the entire panel laughing all season thanks to her wild and fun personality, and even created a “Baby Mammoth” chant for the audience to sing.

Robin’s final guess: Kirsten Dunst

Jenny’s final guess: Kirstie Alley

Ken’s final guess: Reese Witherspoon

Nicole’s final guess: Rachel Ray

Shaggy as Space Bunny

Season 7, Episode 9

“What took y’all so long?” Shaggy screamed out to the panelists after being unmasked as Space Bunny. “Ken, I was just on your show!” The performer admitted to disguising his recognizable tone with each performance. “I can’t use my original singing voice … so I was wiggling my butt.”

Robin’s final guess: Shaggy

Jenny’s final guess: Sean Kingston

Ken’s final guess: Owen Wilson

Nicole’s final guess: Shaggy

En Vogue as Queen Cobras

Season 7, Episode 9

The famous girl trio revealed, “We loved coming on here because it took us out of our comfort zone. It was a challenge singing in the costumes, but it’s also like singing in fantasy land.” As multiple Queen Cobras, En Vogue kept viewers on their toes because we never really knew how many celebs (three) were actually slithering around on the stage.

Robin’s final guess: SWV

Jenny’s final guess: En Vogue

Ken’s final guess: Ariana Grande, Jessie J, Nicki Minaj

Nicole’s final guess: En Vogue

Cheyenne Jackson as Prince

Season 7 Finale (3rd Place)

“That’s kind of why I wanted to do this” Cheyenne revealed when host Nick Cannon shared he had no idea the actor could sing. “I started in music. I’ve done nine Broadway shows. Then once I got into television people start to only know you for one thing. It bugs my mom the most she’s like, ‘Singing’s your main thing!’”

Robin’s final guess: Ricky Martin

Jenny’s final guess: Ben Platt

Ken’s final guess: Matt Bomer

Nicole’s final guess: Cheyenne Jackson

Haley Orrantia as Ringmaster

Season 7 Finale (Runner-up)

“I have loved music my entire life,” the actress told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “I ended up becoming more known, through working on ‘The Goldbergs,’ as an actress. You have no idea how much it means to me to do what I love in front of you all. Thank you for your compliments.”

Robin’s final guess: Maren Morris

Jenny’s final guess: Hayden Panettiere

Ken’s final guess: Hailee Steinfeld

Nicole’s finale guess: Lucy Hale

Teyana Taylor as Firefly

Season 7 Finale (Winner)

Teyana Taylor became the seventh champion when she claimed the Golden Mask on May 18, 2022. In the grand finale of this Good, Bad and Cuddly cycle, both Robin Thicke and Jenny McCarthy correctly guessed the singer-songwriter/actress/dancer was hiding underneath the Firefly mask. The runner-up that season was Hayley Orrantia as Ringmaster.

“I thought this would be something really nice to do and just be able to sing and have fun again,” the entertainer told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “There’s no judgment. Nobody knows who’s behind the mask, you can just sing your heart out.” 

Robin’s final guess: Teyana Taylor

Jenny’s final guess: Teyana Taylor

Ken’s final guess: Alicia Keys

Nicole’s final guess: Monica

William Shatner as Knight

Season 8, Episode 1

“It was horrible,” the legendary actor told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I can’t tell you how horrible it was. I couldn’t see anything. I can’t walk. The noise was deafening. The mask was obliterating. Oh, was that fun!”

Robin’s final guess: Weird Al Yankovic

Jenny’s final guess: William Shatner

Ken’s final guess: David Hasselhoff

Nicole’s final guess: John Lithgow

Eric Idle as Hedgehog

Season 8, Episode 1

“It’s a little hot in there,” the 79-year old told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “Actually this is John Cleese’s real body,” he joked about his “Monty Python” co-star after judge Jenny McCarthy had guessed Cleese was the Hedgehog.

Robin’s final guess: Eric Idle

Jenny’s final guess: John Cleese

Ken’s final guess: Elton John

Nicole’s final guess: Bill Nighy

Chris Kirkpatrick as Hummingbird

Season 8, Episode 2

“Well, I kind of tried to throw you guys a little bit with the song [‘I Don’t Want to Be’],” the former NSYNC boyband singer admitted in his unmasked interview with host Nick Cannon. “This has been so much fun. I was nervous, but this has been absolutely amazing.”

Robin’s final guess: Deion Sanders

Jenny’s final guess: Rob Thomas or Uncle Kracker

Ken’s final guess: Peyton Manning or Tom Brady

Nicole’s final guess: N/A

Jeff Dunham as Pi-Rat

Pi-Rat sang “Crocodile Rock” by Elton John and faced strong competition from other singers. Guest judge Donny Osmond said Pi-rat knows how to work an audience, but he’s not a dancer. Pirate responded, “Oh, he’s doing something without his sister?” Shots fired!

Season 8, Episode 2

Robin’s final guess: Dana Carvey

Jenny’s final guess: Carrot Top

Ken’s final guess: Robert Smigel

Nicole’s final guess: Terry Fator

Montell Jordan as Panther

Season 8, Episode 2

“I’m a fan of the show,” said the R&B superstar during his unmasked interview with Nick Cannon. “I’m a fan of all of you … What a great opportunity, man. This is a highlight of my life. It’s a blessing, no question.”

Robin’s final guess: Iman Shumpert

Jenny’s final guess: Lamar Odom

Ken’s final guess: Sam Richardson

Nicole’s final guess: Billy Porter

Barry Williams, Christopher Knight and Mike Lookinland as Mummies

Season 8, Episode 3

“It was thrilling to be together performing,” Williams told Nick Cannon during their unmasked interview. “We haven’t performed together like this since the ‘Brady’ days, originally. Being here was such fun. The audience has been terrific and the judges are very sharp. You’re very sharp!”

Robin’s final guess: Barry Williams, Christopher Knight and Mike Lookinland

Jenny’s final guess: Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas and Taran Noah Smith

Ken’s final guess: Joey Lawrence, Matthew Lawrence and Andrew Lawrence

Nicole’s final guess: Barry Williams, Christopher Knight and Mike Lookinland

Daymond John as Fortune Teller

Season 8, Episode 3

“As a young man growing up, as a person of color, I didn’t get to see people that looked like me on TV that didn’t have anything to do with music or sports,” he said during his unmasked interview. “But being a short guy and moving up to the east side of New York, George Jefferson made me want to become a shark.”

Robin’s final guess: Ray J

Jenny’s final guess: Damon Dash

Ken’s final guess: Daymond John

Nicole’s final guess: Ryan Seacrest

Mario Cantone as Maize

Season 8, Episode 4

“I want people to know I can sing,” he revealed in his unmasked interview. “I do a lot of Broadway benefits and every time I do one people say, ‘I didn’t know you could sing.'”

Robin’s final guess: Nathan Lane

Jenny’s final guess: Mario Cantone

Ken’s final guess: Bowen Yang

Nicole’s final guess: Jonathan Groff

Gloria Gaynor as Mermaid

Season 8, Episode 4

“I’ve been watching it and it just looked like so much fun,” Gaynor revealed during her unmasked interview. “I said, I gotta do this.” When asked if she had a message to her fans at home watching, she replied, “I love you all. Keep watching. Keep living. And most of all, keep loving and surviving.” She then proceeded to sing her iconic hit song “I Will Survive” as the credits rolled.

Robin’s final guess: Gloria Gaynor

Jenny’s final guess: Roberta Flack

Ken’s final guess: Cher

Nicole’s final guess: Gloria Gaynor

Jerry Springer as Beetle

Season 8, Episode 5

“When I sing people get involved,” the 78-year old told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “Because they have to guess where the notes were supposed to have been. It’s interactive!” After Nicole Scherzinger complimented his vocal abilities, Springer quickly responded, “I don’t know what to say. All my life I’ve been looking for a woman with no taste.”

Robin’s final guess: Jerry Springer

Jenny’s final guess: Jerry Springer

Ken’s final guess: Mike Myers

Nicole’s final guess: Rowan Atkinson

Kat Graham as Robo Girl

Season 8, Episode 5

“This is an amazing opportunity,” Graham told Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “Thank you guys so much.” Nobody felt more blindsided than panelist Nicole Scherzinger, who is a personal friend of Graham’s and recently spent time with her. “I feel so stupid, Nick!” Scherzinger screamed.

Robin’s final guess: Keke Palmer

Jenny’s final guess: Shay Mitchell

Ken’s final guess: Sydney Sweeney

Nicole’s final guess: Liza Koshy

Joey Lawrence as Walrus

Season 8, Episode 6

“It was a blast,” Lawrence told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “It’s weird, because I always got blown up on Instagram that you guys were guessing that it was me in past seasons. FOX finally said, ‘Hey, you wanna come on?’ and I said ‘Sure, let’s just do this.'”

Robin’s final guess: Joey Lawrence

Jenny’s final guess: Scott Wolf

Ken’s final guess: John Stamos

Nicole’s final guess: Mario Lopez

Le’Veon Bell as Milkshake

Season 8, Episode 6

“I’m really trying to showcase my talents,” Bell told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “A lot of people know me from the football field. I just wanted to get in another lane and show people I’m talented at other things than just football.”

Robin’s final guess: DeSean Jackson

Jenny’s final guess: DJ Jazzy Jeff

Ken’s final guess: LL Cool J

Nicole’s final guess: T.I.

George Foreman as Venus Flytrap

Season 8, Episode 7

“It’s the greatest show on earth,” Foreman told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “It was a lot a fun. I was just saying, now I want to go into the recording industry.” When asked what’s the secret to his success he wasted no time responding, “The George Foreman lean, mean grilling machine!”

Robin’s final guess: George Foreman

Jenny’s final guess: Bo Jackson

Ken’s final guess: N/A

Nicole’s final guess: Charles Barkley

George Clinton as Gopher

Season 8, Episode 7

“It’s hot as hell in here, but I’m cool,” Clinton told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “Y’all was having too much fun on here. I saw T-Pain on this thing. I saw Gladys [Knight], Dionne [Warwick]. I had to get some of this.”

Robin’s final guess: George Clinton

Jenny’s final guess: Bootsy Collins

Ken’s final guess: N/A

Nicole’s final guess: George Clinton

Chris Jericho as Bride

Season 8, Episode 8

“It’s always been inside of me my whole life,” he told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I gotta tell you, I’m shocked. I was having a great time in this costume. It’s the best costume that I’ve seen on the show and I’m disappointed I got beat by an Avocado. Only on ‘The Masked Singer’!”

Robin’s final guess: Flea

Jenny’s final guess: Vin Diesel

Ken’s final guess: Matthew McConaughey

Nicole’s final guess: Sammy Hagar

Adam Carolla as Avocado

Season 8, Episode 8

“I gotta tell you, somebody farted in this Avocado suit and it wasn’t me,” he joked with host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I know my essence.”

Robin’s final guess: Tim Allen

Jenny’s final guess: Marc Maron

Ken’s final guess: Dax Shepard

Nicole’s final guess: Joe Rogan

Linda Blair as Scarecrow

Season 8, Episode 9

“Let me tell you what you do for me and for the world,” Blair told host Nick Cannon and panelists Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy, Ken Jeong and Nicole Scherzinger during her unmasked interview. “You take us out of what is the most difficult time in history, right now, for one hour a week of entertainment. I deal with animals being abused, thrown away on the streets. I have a foundation called the The Linda Blair Worldheart Foundation. I travel the world. I do what I can to make it a better place. You all have no idea your kindness and your love. And if you can heal me, in as much pain as I am in to try to save those that don’t deserve what’s happening, we can do better. I feel you are my family.”

Robin’s final guess: Susan Sarandon

Jenny’s final guess: Glenn Close

Ken’s final guess: Parker Posey

Nicole’s final guess: Jamie Lee Curtis

Ray Parker Jr. as Sir Bug a Boo

Season 8, Episode 9

“I saw it last year when y’all thought I was Bobby Brown,” Parker Jr. told Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “They put my head on the character and I was like, ‘What the heck is that?'” To his friends, family and fans watching at home, the accomplished musician said, “When y’all need somebody else to come on this show, and you need somebody extra, who you gonna call? Make me another costume and let’s do this!”

Robin’s final guess: Keenan Ivory Wayans

Jenny’s final guess: Ernie Hudson

Ken’s final guess: Jordan Peele

Nicole’s final guess: Randy Jackson

Nikki Glaser as Snowstorm

Season 8, Episode 10

“It was the first dream that I ever had,” the actress told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “It was squashed at such a young age and it just became something that was unattainable to me. When this opportunity came up it was so perfect. I think what held me back is that everyone knew I was a comedian, so everyone was like, ‘Don’t sing, no one wants to hear that. It’s like Michael Jordan playing baseball. No one needs that from you. Do what you’re good at.’ This show really allowed me to forget all of the insecurities I had around singing and really explore my voice.”

Robin’s final guess: Whitney Cummings

Jenny’s final guess: Nikki Glaser

Ken’s final guess: Kristen Wiig

Nicole’s final guess: Iliza Schlesinger

Wilson Phillips as Lamb

Season 8 Finale (Runner-up)

“It’s a journey that we will never forget,” they told host Nick Cannon during their unmasked interview. “It’s been amazing. Do you know how great it is to have the mask off and talk right now? It was so wonderful. What an honor. This thing was a trip!”

Robin’s final guess: Wilson Phillips

Jenny’s final guess: The Chicks

Ken’s final guess: The Kardashians (Kim, Kourtney and Khloe)

Nicole’s final guess: Wilson Phillips

Amber Riley as Harp

Season 8 Finale (Winner)

Amber Riley became the eighth champion when she claimed the Golden Mask on Novmeber 30, 2022. In the grand finale, just Nicole Scherzinger correctly guessed the singing actress was hiding underneath the Harp mask. The runner-up that season was Wilson Phillips as Lambs. Amber became the first celebrity to win both “The Masked Singer” and “Dancing With the Stars.”

“This has been such an amazing experience,” she told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “Just to be able to come out here and be completely covered and let my talent speak for itself. And the love that I have for people, and wanting people to heal, and feel what it is that I’m singing. So I hope everybody felt my soul, because I bared it right here on this stage.”

Robin’s final guess: Yvette Nicole Brown

Jenny’s final guess: Jordin Sparks

Ken’s final guess: Jennifer Hudson

Nicole’s final guess: Amber Riley

Dick Van Dyke as Gnome

Season 9, Episode 1

“It was real dark in there,” the 97-year old told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I just loved it that they thought I was Robert De Niro! I didn’t know Robert De Niro could sing.”

“I love you so much,” Nicole gushed as tears poured from her eyes. “The whole world loves you so much. It’s an honor to have you on our show. I can’t believe you’re here! I’m trying to play it cool. You look so gorgeous!” Ken added, “You are one of the reasons I got into comedy. Our greatest reveal ever!”

Robin’s final guess: Dustin Hoffman

Jenny’s final guess: Tony Bennett

Ken’s final guess: Robert De Niro

Nicole’s final guess: Dustin Hoffman

Sara Evans as Mustang

Season 9, Episode 1

“I love the show and I don’t think there’s enough country artists represented, ” she told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “It was so fun!” Sara revealed she hadn’t even told her family she was participating on the show. “I have three children and we’re gonna watch it together.”

Robin’s final guess: Suzanne Somers

Jenny’s final guess: Joan Jett

Ken’s final guess: Pink

Nicole’s final guess: Wynonna Judd

Howie Mandel as Rock Lobster

Season 9, Episode 2

“I miss you buddy,” the comedian told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. The two are former co-stars from “America’s Got Talent.” “I wanted to be here with you. Number two, when you watch this show, this is fun. I just wanted to have fun. The truth is I do sing and dance. I dance on TikTok. I have like over 10 million viewers who watch me dance. I said, ‘I must be amazing. I’m gonna compete.’” When asked what it’s like to be on the talent rather than the judge, Howie explained, “Everything is backwards here. I’m usually on the panel. I’ll be honest with you – as a Jew, lobsters are shellfish and it’s not kosher. It’s so weird for a Jew to be in a Lobster. Everything is backwards tonight. I am so confused.”

Robin’s final guess: Steve-O

Jenny’s final guess: Martin Short

Ken’s final guess: Howie Mandel

Nicole’s final guess: Martin Short

Debbie Gibson as Night Owl

Season 9, Episode 2

“I said, ‘If anyone’s gonna get it, it’s gonna be Jenny,'” Debbie told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “Not to bring the tone down, but to keep it real, I lost my mom one year ago. It was the anniversary yesterday and I was flying back from New York. I was boarding the plane and my manager text and she goes, ‘Somebody might be sick and can’t do the show. You have to be in L.A. tomorrow.’ So, I got in late last night. I’m so glad I got to be here with you guys tonight. My mom said, ‘Girl! Get back to work!’ This was so much fun.”

Robin’s final guess: Kylie Minogue

Jenny’s final guess: Debbie Gibson

Ken’s final guess: Sarah Jessica Parker

Nicole’s final guess: Belinda Carlisle

Grandmaster Flash as Polar Bear

Season 9, Episode 3

“In the world today there’s a lot of sadness, and when I seen this show on a rough day I had for business, I was laughing!” he told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “It actually had me laughing. It allows you to let your guard down and just have fun. It’s a great show.”

Robin’s final guess: LL Cool J

Jenny’s final guess: Flava Flav

Ken’s final guess: P. Diddy

Nicole’s final guess: Grandmaster Flash

Michael Bolton as Wolf

Season 9, Episode 4

“I could get used to being the Wolf,” Michael told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “It was great. The audience is great, the show’s great, but the audience, you guys were fantastic. Thank you!” When asked what’s next for the Wolf, he responded,”I’ve got some things going on – an album coming out in the spring. It’s about making this a beautiful world despite whatever’s going on. Whatever the climb, we’ve got to do our best to make it a beautiful world.” 

Robin’s final guess: Michael Bolton

Jenny’s final guess: Michael Bolton

Ken’s final guess: Richard Marx

Nicole’s final guess: Michael Bolton

Malin Akerman as Squirrel

Season 9, Episode 5

During her unmasked interview with host Nick Cannon, Malin said, “I was just so excited to get to do this and watch it with my son, who’s actually here in the audience tonight. And my dad is here from Sweden! The Swedish meatball! It’s so fun. Everyone dreams about being a rockstar. It’s such an honor to be here.”

Robin’s final guess: Heather Graham

Jenny’s final guess: Malin Akerman

Ken’s final guess: Katherine Heigl

Nicole’s final guess: Kate Hudson

Lele Pons as Jackalope

Season 9, Episode 5

“I’ve been impersonating Shakira,” she revealed. “I’ve been practicing since I was a little kid.” When asked why she decided to appear on “The Masked Singer” she answered, “I like to do new things. I don’t like to repeat stuff. So I’m here now and I don’t know where I’m gonna be tomorrow. I’m here now and I’m really grateful for this opportunity.”

Robin’s final guess: Lele Pons

Jenny’s final guess: Jenna Ortega

Ken’s final guess: Selena Gomez

Nicole’s final guess: Lele Pons

Alexa Bliss as Axolotl

Season 9, Episode 6

“This was something that was personal for me because I have crippling stage fright when it comes to singing,” revealed Alexa during her unmasked interview with host Nick Cannon. “I actually cried backstage before coming out here because I was so nervous. But I am just so proud of myself because I conquered my fear and y’all were so great. Everyone was so awesome. I deal with anxiety and this was something that I wanted to show. I can make myself proud, and if anyone else is ever having something they’re afraid to do — do something every day that scares you. I did that today and it’s so fun.”

Robin’s final guess: Nikki Bella

Jenny’s final guess: Alexa Bliss

Ken’s final guess: Brie Bella

Nicole’s final guess: McKayla Maroney

Holly Robinson Peete as Fairy

Season 9, Episode 6

“How did you guys not know? I cannot believe it!” exclaimed Holly during her unmasked interview with host Nick Cannon. “I feel like I know everybody on that panel and nobody knew!” When asked why she wanted to be part of “The Masked Singer,” the entertainer responded, “I’ve always sort of been a closet singer. I sang the theme songs to ‘Hangin’ With Mr. Cooper’ and ’21 Jump Street.'”

Robin’s final guess: Lori Harvey

Jenny’s final guess: Corinne Foxx

Ken’s final guess: Jennifer Aniston

Nicole’s final guess: Tracee Ellis Ross

George Wendt as Moose

Season 9, Episode 7

When asked by host Nick Cannon why he decided to appear on the show, George quipped, “I thought maybe I’d win.” He continued, “It is profoundly ridiculous,” while the audience screamed, “Norm!” When asked if he ever gets tired of the reference to his “Cheers” character, he said, “No, I don’t get tired of it is. I was getting tired of Mooose!” His closing remarks were simply, “Let’s go have a beer!”

Robin’s final guess: Jon Lovitz

Jenny’s final guess: George Wendt

Ken’s final guess: John Goodman

Nicole’s final guess: Ed O’Neill

Christine Quinn as Scorpio

Season 9, Episode 7

“I was like, if I’m gonna do it I’m goin’ out with a bang!” Christine told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “I’ve always loved the show and girls just want to have fun! I call myself a closet singer. So the fact that I’m here singing in front of people just goes to show that anything is possible if you put your mind to it and practice.”

Robin’s final guess: Lisa Rinna

Jenny’s final guess: Denise Richards

Ken’s final guess: Heidi Klum

Nicole’s final guess: Willa Ford

Dee Snider as Doll

Season 9, Episode 8

“I couldn’t believe you guys didn’t get it,” Dee said to the panel during his unmasked interview with host Nick Cannon. “You were circling around it. But let me tell you — Gene Simmons, Iggy Pop, no one could wear pumps like I did. And by the way, ladies, it’s like riding a bike. I wore them in the 70s. It all came back to me once I put them on.” When asked if he had anything to say to his fans, Dee began an impromptu performance of his classic hit, “We’re Not Gonna Take It.”

Robin’s final guess: Gene Simmons

Jenny’s final guess: Iggy Pop

Ken’s final guess: Austin Butler

Nicole’s final guess: David Lee Roth

Alicia Witt as Dandelion

Season 9, Episode 9

“Nothing could prepare me for trying to play the piano and sing and catch my breath with all of this on,” Alicia told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “The thing I love the most is getting to connect to people with my music. This has been one of the best experiences of my whole life!”

Robin’s final guess: Sara Bareilles

Jenny’s final guess: Milla Jovovich

Ken’s final guess: Alicia Witt

Nicole’s final guess: Zooey Deschanel

Melissa Joan Hart as Lamp

Season 9, Episode 9

“This was something that I wanted to do for my kids,” Melissa told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “I wanted to overcome something. I have never sang in front of people before. It is terrifying to me! This is like overcoming a fear and, I did it, guys! I didn’t fall. I didn’t vomit.” She then confessed, “The lamp was sort of a giveaway too. If anyone knows ‘Sabrina’ very well, what sits on her bedside table…just saying, Tiffany lamp.”

Robin’s final guess: Melissa Joan Hart

Jenny’s final guess: Melissa Joan Hart

Ken’s final guess: Michelle Williams

Nicole’s final guess: Melissa Joan Hart

Lou Diamond Phillips as Mantis

Season 9, Episode 10

“I gotta give a massive shoutout to my daughter Indigo,” the “La Bamba” star told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “Her and her friend Fluffy watch this show religiously. That was the primary reason, but you guys have had such wonderful, surprising, ridiculous guests. I mean, Grammy winners and nominees, down to surprising people like me that you don’t necessarily expect. It has been a joy to be on this show.”

Robin’s final guess: Dennis Quaid

Jenny’s final guess: Kevin Bacon

Ken’s final guess: Brendan Fraser

Nicole’s final guess: Steve Buscemi

Keenan Allen as Gargoyle

Season 9, Episode 10

“Growing up, I’ve always been in choir,” the Los Angeles Charger told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “My mom made me sing all the time. I definitely always had a passion for it. I love singing around the homies. To the ladies, of course. I came to the stage and, I’m just telling y’all, I was way more nervous than being on the football field.”

Robin’s final guess: Joey Bosa

Jenny’s final guess: Michael B. Jordan

Ken’s final guess: Anthony Mackie

Nicole’s final guess: Marshawn Lynch

Olivia Culpo as UFO

Season 9, Episode 11

“I’m no Nicole Scherzinger,” the pageant queen told Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. When asked if she plans to take singing more seriously now, the quarterfinalist revealed, “The singing in the shower that I do, I’m just going to make it a little bit more professional. Just bump it up a notch.” In closing, she told her fans, “Thank you so much for this opportunity. I really do feel like although I had a mask on, this is more of my personality that I got to share for the first time. So much of what I do is not about that or people don’t want to see your personality. This was really, really fun for me.”

Robin’s final guess: Molly Sims

Jenny’s final guess: Gigi Hadid

Ken’s final guess: Rebecca Romijn

Nicole’s final guess: Lily Collins

Pentatonix as California Roll

Season 9, Episode 12

“People know us for our a cappella harmonies, but to do it and rearrange stuff with instruments was a really fun opportunity to do something we’ve never done before,” the group told host Nick Cannon during their unmasked interview. “Our strategy was to be as creative as possible and take a song and totally flip it so you would hear it in a way you’ve never heard it before. And then just sing in perfect harmony I guess!”

Robin’s final guess: Pentatonix

Jenny’s final guess: Pentatonix

Ken’s final guess: Cast of “In the Heights”

Nicole’s final guess: Cast of “Pitch Perfect”

David Archuleta as Macaw

Season 9 Finale (Runner-up)

It was déjà vu for David Archuleta “The Masked Singer” Season 9 finale. The 32-year old performer who had been masquerading as Macaw all season finished in second place to Medusa, the same position he landed on Season 7 of “American Idol” when he lost to David Cook. His emotional journey of self-discovery ended with performances of “Hold Back the River” by James Bay and “All By Myself” by Eric Carmen. Panelists Nicole Scherzinger and Ken Jeong correctly guessed the musician’s identity, but Robin Thicke and Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg were off the mark.

“We knew we were coming on this, going out of our comfort zone and doing something different,” David told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I didn’t know it was going to be so much fun. It’s just been healing being able to be the Macaw.”

Robin’s final guess: Jason Mraz

Jenny’s final guess: Neil Patrick Harris

Ken’s final guess: David Archuleta

Nicole’s final guess: David Archuleta

Bishop Briggs as Medusa

Season 9 Finale (Winner)

Bishop Briggs became the ninth champion when she claimed the Golden Mask on May 17, 2023. In the grand finale, just Nicole Scherzinger correctly guessed the multi-platinum recording artist was hiding underneath the Medusa mask.

“This is the craziest, coolest thing ever! Thank you so much!” the singer told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “I want to say the biggest congratulations to my huge competitor, David Archuleta. When I heard you in soundcheck I said, ‘Oh no!’ But, ‘Oh, yes!’ This has really been such a surreal journey.

Robin’s final guess: Grimes

Jenny’s final guess: Fergie

Ken’s final guess: Susan Boyle

Nicole’s final guess: Bishop Briggs

Demi Lovato as Anonymouse

Season 10 Kickoff

Demi Lovato participated as a special guest in the “Season 10 Kickoff” where she performed “What About Love” by Heart. She was the only masked performer in this episode and wasn’t part of the official competition, but the judges still took turns guessing who that powerhouse voice belonged to. 

Robin’s final guess: Demi Lovato

Jenny’s final guess: Demi Lovato

Ken’s final guess: Lady Gaga

Nicole’s final guess: Demi Lovato

Anthony Anderson as Rubber Ducky

Season 10, Episode 1

“I would have to say this is the most bizarre thing I have ever done,” the “Black-ish” star told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I’m naked under these bubbles right now. Don’t let the tights below the knees fool you.”

Robin’s final guess: David Arquette

Jenny’s final guess: Marlon Wayans

Ken’s final guess: Anthony Anderson

Nicole’s final guess: Jaleel White

Tom Sandoval as Diver

Season 10, Episode 2

“It was so much fun,” the reality TV star told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “Being able to come out here and perform behind the mask without being judged, just being judged on my performance, it was really nice.” When asked if it was difficult to come on this show after the tough year he’s had in the media, Sandoval revealed, “I felt protected under the mask. This costume is incredible. There’s so many talented people here, I’m just honored to be part of it.”

Robin’s final guess: Pauly D

Jenny’s final guess: Tom Sandoval

Ken’s final guess: Tom Sandoval

Nicole’s final guess: Pauly D

Michael Rapaport as Pickle

Season 10, Episode 3

The funnyman wasted no time lashing out at the panelists during his unmasked interview with host Nick Cannon. “I’m gonna start with you first, Ken, you fake-ass doctor!” he exclaimed. “You, Robin Thicke, I sang about Beverly Hills, you f***er, where you grew up. And Jenny, I’m calling Donnie tonight! And Lance Bass, where is he? Bye, bye, bye you f***!” Eventually he admitted, “I had a great time. I love Nick, I love all these guys, the crowd was great. It was awesome.”

Robin’s final guess: Joel McHale

Jenny’s final guess: Conan O’Brien

Ken’s final guess: Howard Stern

Nicole’s final guess: Charlie Sheen

Billie Jean King as Royal Hen

Season 10, Episode 4

“It was great, but it is so hot!” the 39-time Grand Slam champ told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “I’m sweating bullets.” King had the unique distinction of singing a song that Elton John wrote for her. “I’m really lucky,” she explained. “He said, ‘I want to write you a song,’ and I’m like, ‘What?’ And then he goes, ‘What are we going to call it?’ I go, ‘I don’t know,’ he goes, ‘What about Philadelphia Freedom?’ I go, ‘That would be the greatest gift to the people of Philadelphia if you would do that.’ And if you go to Philadelphia, everybody’s still playing it. It’s their anthem.”

Robin’s final guess: Gloria Steinem

Jenny’s final guess: Rita Moreno

Ken’s final guess: Billie Jean King

Nicole’s final guess: Dr. Ruth

Tyler Posey as Hawk

Season 10, Episode 5

“I was very flattered that you thought I sounded like Billie Joe Armstrong,” Tyler told the panelists during his unmasked interview with host Nick Cannon. “That means a lot coming from you guys. I love performing. I just wanted to get a chance to do this. I’m also a little competitive so I’m a little hurt. But it’s okay, the Hawk forgives. I’m just happy to be here.”

Robin’s final guess: Ryan Phillippe

Jenny’s final guess: Chad Michael Murray

Ken’s final guess: Cole Sprouse

Nicole’s final guess: Billie Joe Armstrong

Luann de Lesseps as Hibiscus

Season 10, Episode 6

“So much fun, I had the best time!” she told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “I’ll see you all at my cabaret shows! Do you think I can keep this [costume] and take it home?” She then broke into her classic tune, “Money Can’t Buy You Class.”

Robin’s final guess: Janice Dickinson

Jenny’s final guess: Luann de Lesseps

Ken’s final guess: Kim Cattrall

Nicole’s final guess: Hannah Waddingham

Metta World Peace as Cuddle Monster

Season 10, Episode 7

“It was an amazing experience,” he told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I love the character and the chakras. I was asking them to make it more zenful. We from the hood, but we like zen too. I was trying to make it fun.”

Robin’s final guess: Dennis Rodman

Jenny’s final guess: Tristan Thompson

Ken’s final guess: Draymond Green

Nicole’s final guess: Shaquille O’Neal

Ashley Parker Angel as S’more

Season 10, Episode 8

“You gotta be a little bit upset that you didn’t get to the next round,” he told Gold Derby. The former O-Town boybander was eliminated following a “Disco Night” performance of “That’s the Way (I Like It)” by KC and the Sunshine Band. “You start getting competitive,” he revealed. 

Robin’s final guess: Kevin Richardson

Jenny’s final guess: Ashley Parker Angel

Ken’s final guess: AJ McLean

Nicole’s final guess: Jordan Knight

Ginuwine as Husky

Season 10, Episode 9

“I don’t want to be no diva,” he recalls about complaints his Husky costume was overheating. The “Pony” singer was eliminated following an “I Wanna Rock” night performance of “Always” by Jon Bon Jovi. “For what it was all worth, it was something that I overcame. You can’t maneuver in that suit and it’s really heavy. I’m used to moving, so when I couldn’t move as much as I wanted to it got a little difficult.”

Robin’s final guess: Ginuwine

Jenny’s final guess: Brian McKnight

Ken’s final guess: Lil’ Romeo

Nicole’s final guess: Ginuwine

Sebastian Bach is Tiki on “The Masked SInger”

Season 10, Episode 9

“I’ve always loved theatrical rock and roll,” he said. “Elton John, Kiss, Alice Cooper, David Bowie, I’ve always loved a big show. Big costumes, fire and smoke and bombs going off. ‘The Masked Singer’ is definitely a big production.”

Robin’s final guess: Perry Farrell

Jenny’s final guess: Adam Lambert

Ken’s final guess: Jon Bon Jovi

Nicole’s final guess: Sebastian Bach

John Oates as Anteater

Season 10, Episode 10

“I’ve done a lot of crazy stuff in my career, but this is one of the best things I’ve ever done,” he told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “It’s been a blast. It’s so great to be in this costume and just sing whatever you want. No one knows who you are. This is crazy. I love it and thank you very much. I really can’t say enough about it.”

Robin’s final guess: Jackson Brown

Jenny’s final guess: Steven Van Zandt

Ken’s final guess: Bill Joel

Nicole’s final guess: John Cougar Mellencamp

Keyshia Cole as Candelabra

Season 10, Episode 10

“I lost to a donut!” she exclaimed during her unmasked interview with Nick Cannon. “Only on ‘The Masked Singer’! No, he’s not a donut, he’s somebody spectacular and I can’t wait to see him get unmasked because he was fabulous.” 

Robin’s final guess: Keyshia Cole

Jenny’s final guess: Brandy

Ken’s final guess: Kelly Rowland

Nicole’s final guess: Keyshia Cole

Macy Gray as Sea Queen

Season 10, Fourth Place

“It’s an awesome show. My friends are the stars, you included,” she told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “It’s always fun with the fans.”

Robin’s final guess: Macy Gray

Jenny’s final guess: Macy Gray

Ken’s final guess: Macy Gray

Nicole’s final guess: Macy Gray

Janel Parrish as Gazelle

Season 10, Third Place

“Singing is my first love,” she told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “It was the first thing I ever did when I was a kid. Somewhere along my journey, singing became my biggest fear and my biggest insecurity. As I became known for acting it almost felt like, to say I was a singer was a lie. But to come out here as this gorgeous Gazelle and nobody knows who I am, I got to tap into my voice and now I feel like a singer!

Robin’s final guess: Ashley Tisdale

Jenny’s final guess: Ashley Tisdale

Ken’s final guess: Constance Wu

Nicole’s final guess: Gina Rodriguez

John Schneider as Donut

Season 10 Runner-Up

“I’m a theater brat,” he told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I started in theater when I was a kid. I’ve done theater for a very long time. I have always considered myself a singer who will act for food.”

Robin’s final guess: Tom Jones

Jenny’s final guess: John Schneider

Ken’s final guess: Tom Jones

Nicole’s final guess: Engelbert Humperdinck

Ne-Yo as Cow

Season 10 Winner

“I was giving girl cow realness,” he told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I chose the female cow because I can’t disguise my singing voice, but I can disguise my speaking voice, I can change that.” Although Ne-Yo has won major awards, there is one stage he never got to be on. “I’ve won Grammys, but I’ve never walked across that Grammy stage,” he explained. “I won in categories that aren’t televised. I didn’t even know they had Grammy categories that weren’t televised until I won my first one. They were like, ‘Congratulations! We’ll send it to you in the mail!’ I don’t need the Grammy stage! I got ‘The Masked Singer’ stage!”

Robin’s final guess: Ne-Yo

Jenny’s final guess: Billy Porter

Ken’s final guess: Usher

Nicole’s final guess: Ne-Yo

Kevin Hart as Book

Season 11, Episode 1

Kevin Hart’s appearance was all in gest to prank host Nick Cannon. Before the panelists even had a chance to make their final guesses, the actor and comedian ripped off his costume to reveal himself in the Season 11 premiere, following an off-key but entertaining rendition of “So Sick” by Season 10 champ, Ne-Yo. 

Savannah Chrisley as Afghan Hound

Season 11, Episode 2

“My life over the past year has changed drastically,” the former Miss Teen Tennessee told host Nick Cannon. “I lost both my parents to the federal system and now I have custody of my 15-year-old brother and 10-year-old sister. If I can teach them anything it’s take every opportunity that comes your way and don’t back down.”

Robin’s final guess: Bethenny Frankel

Jenny’s final guess: Brooke Hogan

Ken’s final guess: Olivia Jade Giannulli

Rita’s final guess: Sistine Stallone

Joe Bastianich as Spaghetti & Meatballs

Season 11, Episode 3

“Singing is a passion for me my whole life,” he told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “When I got the opportunity to do this and share it with you all I jumped on it.”

Robin’s final guess: Stanley Tucci

Jenny’s final guess: Guy Fieri

Ken’s final guess: Bobby Flay

Rita’s final guess: Gordon Ramsay

Billy Bush as Sir Lion

Season 11, Episode 4

“If you can’t get em with the lips, get em with the hips,” the “Extra” anchor told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I tried to distract a little bit. Don’t look too closely!” When asked what he’d like to say to his fans he responded, “If you’ve never done something that’s a little on the scary side — this is scary, I’m shakin’ back there — say yes! Do it! I had a ball.”

Robin’s final guess: Anderson Cooper

Jenny’s final guess: Seth Meyers

Ken’s final guess: Ryan Seacrest

Rita’s final guess: Andy Cohen

Sisqo as Lizard

Season 11, Episode 5

“My family loves the show,” he told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “Every time we saw a season everybody would always say, ‘Hey! That’s gotta be Sisqo!’ So when I got an opportunity to do it I seized it and it’s been really fun.”

Robin’s final guess: Sisqo

Jenny’s final guess: Ray J

Ken’s final guess: Michael Bivins

Rita’s final guess: Sisqo

Colton Underwood as Lovebird

Season 11, Episode 6

“I worked my entire life playing football,” he told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I never got to experience the arts, music and theater. So, thank you for letting me go back in the past and explore that creative kid. I’ve had so much fun on this show.”

Robin’s final guess: Josh Duhamel

Jenny’s final guess: Colton Underwood

Ken’s final guess: Dwayne Johnson

Rita’s final guess: Mike Sorrentino

DeMarcus Ware as Koala

Season 11, Episode 6

“All my life I’ve always wore a mask, but I sacked quarterbacks doing that,” he told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “Right now I put on the Koala mask and no one knew who I was, so the true personality of me actually came out. It was one of the funnest experiences I’ve had.” 

Robin’s final guess: Michael Irvin

Jenny’s final guess: Shannon Sharpe

Ken’s final guess: Deion Sanders

Rita’s final guess: Terry Crews

Charlie Wilson as Ugly Sweater

Season 11, Episode 7

“I had a great time here,” he told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “The fans are great!” Earlier in the episode Ugly Sweater hinted at giving Nick dating advice, and people wanted to know exactly what was said. “I can’t say it on TV, I don’t want to be bleeped,” he joked before adding, “12 kids? Come on, he know exactly what I told him to do.”

Robin’s final guess: Charlie Wilson

Jenny’s final guess: Aaron Neville

Ken’s final guess: Al Green

Rita’s final guess: Smokey Robinson

Kate Flannery as Starfish

Season 11, Episode 7

“There’s more snacks on ‘The Office,'” she told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “And you know what? I can’t drink at all when I do this show. Boring!” Ken, who was the only panelist to guess her identity, sang her praises, calling her “the most grounded celebrity I know.” Kate’s response? “But after ‘The Masked Singer,’ I’m a star!”

Robin’s final guess: Kate McKinnon

Jenny’s final guess: Lisa Kudrow

Ken’s final guess: Kate Flannery

Rita’s final guess: Amy Schumer

Jenifer Lewis as Miss Cleocatra

Season 11, Episode 8

“I took a long break,” she told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “When they called I said, ‘You know, I haven’t been on stage, singing for a long time.’ So I said, ‘Come on, let’s go!’ And it was fun! I had a blast!” To her fans watching at home she stated, “Do me a favor. You’re so young and you’re so beautiful, will you take care of yourselves? And be loving to one another. That’s what I want for you.”

Robin’s final guess: Loretta Devine

Jenny’s final guess: Loretta Devine

Ken’s final guess: Jenifer Lewis

Rita’s final guess: Roberta Flack

Corey Feldman as Seal

Season 11, Episode 9

“This is definitely the greatest character I’ve ever played,” he told host Nick Cannon during his unmasked interview. “I love when my face is covered and I can just be as crazy as I want.” To his fans Feldman said, “I want to say that love wins every time. Keep it positive, believe in yourself, believe in your dreams and make your dreams a reality.” 

Robin’s final guess: Corey Feldman

Jenny’s final guess: Corey Feldman

Ken’s final guess: Haley Joel Osment

Rita’s final guess: Jerry O’Connell

Clay Aiken and Ruben Studdard as Beets

Season 11, Episode 9

“It’s been amazing. We had a good time,” Ruben told host Nick Cannon during their unmasked interview. “It was a lot of fun. The audience was amazing.” The panelists could barely pick their jaws up off the ground after they all failed to guess this dynamic duo. “We loved being compared to some of the people you guessed,” Clay said. “They guessed Boyz II Men! We love that.”

Robin’s final guess: Dan + Shay

Jenny’s final guess: Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Eric Stonestreet

Ken’s final guess: K-Ci & JoJo

Rita’s final guess: CeeLo Green and Danger Mouse

Chrissy Metz as Poodle Moth

Season 11, Episode 10

“I still think I’m educating people on me being a singer,” she told host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “It was part of the reason why I wanted to do this show. If I’m going to do it, we’re really going full-throttle. You don’t know how much sweat is in this suit. I said, ‘Let me challenge myself,’ and I’m glad I did. I learned a lot about myself.”

Robin’s final guess: Shania Twain

Jenny’s final guess: Chrissy Metz

Ken’s final guess: Melissa McCarthy

Rita’s final guess: Faith Hill

Thelma Houston as Clock

Season 11, Episode 11

“Thank you guys so much, you made me feel so good with all the wonderful things you were saying,” she told the panelists and host Nick Cannon during her unmasked interview. “I had a ball.” When asked if she really stayed home and cleaned her kitchen the night she won a Grammy Award she responded, “Yes, it’s absolutely true. I was singing to the mop.”

Robin’s final guess: Stephanie Mills

Jenny’s final guess: Roberta Flack

Ken’s final guess: Janet Jackson

Rita’s final guess: Thelma Houston

Scott Porter as Gumball

Season 11, Episode 12

When host Nick Cannon asked Scott, “Who knew you could do what you do?” the actor replied, “Not even me until maybe tonight. I don’t have any legitimate training. I started singing on street corners in Orlando, Florida when I was going to high school. I auditioned for two straight years for Disney and couldn’t book a role. I didn’t know I could do this until tonight, but I’m so glad I did.”

Robin’s final guess: Derek Hough

Jenny’s final guess: Derek Hough

Ken’s final guess: Taran Killam

Rita’s final guess: Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Vanessa Hudgens as Goldfish

Season 11, Episode 12

“It’s honestly the most incredible thing ever!” she exclaimed during her unmasked interview with Nick. “I’ve just been so excited to take my mask off and stare into Rita’s eyes and be like, ‘Girl, this is why I couldn’t hang out with you! Because I can’t lie!’ I was here!”

Robin’s final guess: Hilary Duff

Jenny’s final guess: Vanessa Hudgens

Ken’s final guess: Nicole Scherzinger

Rita’s final guess: Vanessa Hudgens

Who’s next?

Keep watching “The Masked Singer” every Wednesday night on Fox to see which famous face will be unmasked next.