The Masked Singer theories: Which celebrities are hiding under those masks?

The Masked Singer is the most ludicrous, showstopping, and impossibly entertaining singing competition show there is, but just who is hiding beneath those beautifully hand-crafted masks?

There hasn’t been this much theorizing over a television show since LOST was on the air. Odds are, if you frequent the internet in any capacity, you’ve come across plenty of people trying to figure out who the magnificently costumed famous people who sang their hearts out on The Masked Singer a couple of nights ago are.

The Masked Singer knows exactly what audiences want in their television. Everyone wants a good mystery to solve and this show just happens to couple that with another thing people love – reality shows about singing. It’s a match made in heaven and it’s really no wonder the show brought in the best numbers of any other FOX series this television season (it even tied with NBC’s mega-hit This Is Us).

I see no point in denying I’m hooked, so here it is: I’m hooked. Of course, the moment the show ended I decided to try to solve all the clues I was given and figure out the identities of the 5 other animals (sorry to see you go Hippo).

The Lion

The Kardashians are the perfect fit for the Lion. But I can’t quite accept it. I mean, I haven’t really heard any of the Kardashians sing but I have a hard time believing any of them could sing like that.

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McCarthy name dropped Lady Gaga in reference to whoever was behind this mask and I can’t see a Kardashian being the answer to that one, no offense.

Rumer Willis is the most likely answer. I thought of it actually because of the clue in Unicorn’s segment, Beverly Hills, 90210, the 90210 reboot, Rumer guest starred, she was a singer on that show that dated Arianna., She’s part of a famous family – the Willis’ and she may get overlooked due to her parents being none other than Demi Moore and Bruce Willis. She also fits the height at 5’6″.

On top of all of those hints, a mere few days ago, Rumer posted a photo on social media of her with her four sisters, Bruce’s other daughters, aka “in my pride, there are lots of women.” Case closed, right?

• Best Guess: Rumer Willis
• Runner-Up: This might be a stretch but I was also thinking Ashlee Simpson or Willow Smith. Willow Smith doesn’t necessarily come from a “pride of women” but perhaps it could be a reference to her friends instead of family? And the Simpson’s may not be Hollywood royalty (depends on who you ask) but they have been around for a while and Ashlee’s career hasn’t been in the spotlight in a long time, could this be her staging a comeback?

The Monster

By singing “Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen, Monster won the hearts of both the judges and the crowd. How Unicorn won over him I’ll never know but at least he made the cut until next week.

My first thought with Monster was Cee-Lo Green but I’m honestly hoping it isn’t him. It seems a little bit tasteless to invite him back for a night of redemption in the wake of the #MeToo movement, I can’t see it going over well if that is the case. But he does fit the bill for most of the clues.

My next guess would be Jamie Foxx perhaps? I’ve also seen people mention T-Pain and I admit he is a compelling choice given he is often dismissed as a singer and has spent time in jail, but I think there must be some actors in the mix. Jamie also fits since he too has had a brush with the law, and he may not be considered a professional singer by many due to his acting background. He’s not someone you would expect which is why I’m leaning towards him.

• My Best Guess: Jamie Foxx
• Runner-Up: T-Pain

The Peacock

The Peacock was the first performer of the night and he certainly set a precedent. It’s no wonder Hippo struggled to keep up when he performed “The Greatest Showman” to great applause. Honestly, my first thought was Hugh Jackman because it seemed like we were getting some P.T. Barnum references but then he actually sang Jackman’s song from The Greatest Showman and I assumed Jackman wouldn’t be so obvious.

I took the clue about being “close friends with Michael Jackson” and did a little digging. Most people are surmising that Peacock may be Donny Osmond and I admit he is probably the best choice but I considered a few other options.

What about Steven Tyler? I mean sure, he has a trademark voice that would be hard to disguise but you never know. Plus he is 5’10”, only an inch away from 5’9″ (another clue), and he was pals with Jackson. He would also fit the joke about being a poster on your mom’s wall clue and I’m sure he’s been able to participate in magic tricks.

• My Best Guess: Donny Osmond, he’s exactly 5’9″ so I’m giving him the ledge up.
• Runner-Up: I’m sticking with Steven Tyler! Stranger things have happened.

The Unicorn

Okay of this one I’m pretty convinced the answer is Tori Spelling. She is a popular guess, as is Paris Hilton, but the only one I really believe is Tori. First off, the name drop of “Beverly Hills” was just too big of a clue to ignore. Yes, it could have been misdirection but I think it was in reference Beverly Hills, 90210 the series.

She is exactly 5’6″ and I feel as if I’ve heard Tori talk about her troubles being taken seriously, in regards to singing, acting, or otherwise.

• My Only Guess: Tori Spelling

The Deer

John Cena. I mean I don’t know if I really believe it is him but I want it to be him so I think I’m going to stick with that answer. The biggest issue is he’s 3 inches shorter than the proposed 6’3″ and the non-answer to the NFL question. But how do we know that wasn’t a ploy to throw people off? Make them think he’s an NFL player when in truth he isn’t.

If it isn’t Cena, then I’ll guess Tim Tebow. He fits the height requirement and he said he “loves horses”, Tebow used to play for the Broncos. He’s well-known, whether for scandal or otherwise so the clue about people having a hard time seeing him as anything other than an athlete also stands to reason. Why not go on a highly publicized show like The Masked Singer to rock out with you antlers out and prove you’re not just a quarterback?

• My Best Guess: Tim Tebow
• Runner-Up: John Cena

The next episode of The Masked Singer airs Jan 9th on FOX.

Are you as hooked on The Masked Singer as the rest of America seems to be? Do you have any theories about who’s in the competition? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!