The Masked Singer UK 2024 LIVE — Owl revealed as Lorraine Kelly and fans claim to ‘expose’ Air Fryer as Hollywood star
THE Masked Singer returned last night as the remaining celebs battled it out as they took to the stage.
Unfortunately for Owl, their time on The Masked Singer came to an end after being unmasked as TV presenter Lorraine Kelly.
Ahead of last night's instalment, fans were convinced they know the identity of Air Fryer - and it's not who you might expect.
Social media has been rife with speculation that Hollywood A-lister Rebel Wilson is hiding behind the mask.
One X user speculated: "This is Rebel Wilson without a doubt #maskedsingeruk." A second said: "Air fryer is Deffo Rebel Wilson, 100%%% #MaskedSingerUK."
Read our live blog below for all the latest Masked Singer news...
How does The Masked Singer work?
The singing series sees famous faces from all corners of the showbiz world don elaborate character costumes, before taking to the stage to sing their hearts out.
Those watching at home and the show’s star-studded panel will then have to try and figure out who is hiding behind the mask based on their voice and the clues given throughout each episode.
Each episode, competitors will battle it out in face-off competitions, in which each will perform a song choice in their real voice.
The panel and audience will then vote on each performance, with the winner of each battle safe and going through to the following week.
Sadly, some will then face elimination, while others battle it out to be the last singer standing.
Either one or two characters are unmasked each week on The Masked Singer.
This process then repeats until one final character is crowned the winner of the series, joining previous title holders such as Charlie Simpson and Nicola Roberts.
Who could be behind Big Foot?
The Masked Singer fans are convinced that Big Foot is kids TV star Mr Tumble.
Taking to X to discuss it, one person wrote: “Watching on a delay and stolen off my good lady @April_4th_2015 but Bigfoot is Justin/mr tumble. Now she’s said it I can see the mask actually looks like him as well.”
A second said: “Big Foot = Mr Tumble.”
While a third added: “Big foot wouldn’t be Justin aka Mr Tumble?”
Who is Rita Ora?
Rita Ora is best known for her singing success.
The star has risen to fame through her pop career but is now also a judge on The Masked Singer.
She uses her musical ability to try and guess who could be behind the mask.
When is the next episode of The Masked Singer?
The Masked Singer returns to our screens on Saturday, 3 February at 7pm on ITV and ITVX.
You can catch up on all the past episodes of the show on the ITV streaming website and app.
Air Fryer latest clues
Air Fryer’s clue song was from The Sound Of Music – leaving Ellie “confused”.
She laughed: “This show is mad” and Mo called the performance: “Bonkers”.
The judges noticed that Air Fryer had “perfect pitch”, leaving Rita stunned.
The judges said that the song had “thrown them off”.
Fans convinced Air Fryer is a soap star
Fans are convinced that it could be a soap star.
The actress in question is none other than Tameka Empson.
One said on Instagram: "Tameka Empson?"
Another chimed in: "Temeka Epson,Kim in Eastenders!"
Lorraine will reveal all on Monday
Lorraine Kelly was the celebrity behind Owl!
The TV star will be revealing all on her morning show on Monday.
Who are the previous winners of The Masked Singer?
There have been four previous UK series of The Masked Singer.
The winners were:
- Series 1 – Nicola Roberts as Queen Bee
- Series 2 – Joss Stone as Sausage
- Series 3 – Natalie Imbruglia as Panda
- Series 4 – Charlie Simpson as Rhino
Is Eiffel Tower this American superstar?
Fans are convinced one of the world’s biggest pop stars is behind Eiffel Tower’s mask.
A group of viewers think none other than Miley Cyrus is hidden beneath the elaborate costume.
One fan said, “Has an air of Miley Cyrus about her.”
While another added, “Showed the word bubblegum which refers to Miley’s early song.”
Who was Bubble Tea?
Julia Sawalha – aka Bubble Tea – is best known for playing Edina’s long-suffering daughter Saffy in 90s sitcom Absolutely Fabulous.
Last week’s guest judge, Jennifer Saunders, played Edina in Ab Fab and the show also starred the legendary actress Joanna Lumley.
Julia, 55, has also appeared in Jonathan Creek, Lark Rise To Candleford and Pride and Prejudice.
Fans will remember her breakout role as Lynda Day in the teen drama Press Gang. She has recently signed up to the 13th series of Vera.
Julia is also the sister of Loose Women star Nadia Sawalha, although the girls are famously known for their fallout. They currently do not speak to each other following a bitter feud.
Lenny Henry is here
Lenny Henry will be joining the judging panel next week!
The remaining stars will take to the stage to impress the crowd as they attempt to put on a performance.
Are there any special editions of The Masked Singer?
The short answer is, yes, there are special editions of The Masked Singer.
As well as the usual series, fans can also look forward to Christmas and I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! specials.
These versions take on the same format as usual but instead they will have a jungle or festive theme.
Who are the Masked Singer judges?
The Masked Singer has four of the most iconic judges in television, even if their guesses aren’t always on the mark.
The judges are:
- Rita Ora
- Jonathan Ross
- Davina McCall
- Mo Gilligan
But it isn’t always just this legendary foursome, sometimes a-list celebrities join the panel.
What did fans say when Lorraine was revealed?
Fans were loving Lorraine's performances on The Masked Singer.
One fan cheekily wrote: "Lorraine Kelly on The Masked Singer… anything to not present her own show!"
A second shared: "OMG Lorraine! I guessed it from day one."
A third commented: "Love Lorraine Kelly. I was divided but glad it's her."
"Lorraine has a beautiful singing voice, love a bit of Lorraine Kelly," another added.
Who was revealed last night?
Viewers were in shock as popular TV presenter Lorraine Kelly was unmasked as Owl on the show.
The feathery bird took to the stage on Saturday night to perform Captain Sensible's hit 1982 track Happy Talk.
Lorraine on her parade
Lorraine revealed that she's been presenting on TV for an incredible 40 years.
She said she's "loved being Owl" and said every second has been "joyful".
She said that she's "never sang in front of a live audience"
One Kell of a reveal
Lorraine Kelly is Owl!!! No one guessed that one!
Owl is OUT
The Masked Singer the panel have decided to save is Eiffel Tower, which was met by cheers from the audience.
"Your secret is safe for now," Joel told her.
Owl's time on the show has come to an end, and they are due to be unmasked.
Results are in!
Maypole, Dippy Egg, Air Fryer, Piranha, Big Foot and Cricket are all through to next week's show.
Eiffel Tower and Owl are in the final two this week.
School pals!
Rita, Ellie and Davina all think it's Vanessa White from The Saturdays - with Rita revealing that she went to school with her.
Mo thinks it's Katy B, while Jonathan thinks it's Charli XCX.
Maypole
Maypole has had judges scratching their heads last week, and it seems this week is no different!
Her clue song was Little Mix's Sweet Melody, and she hit some serious notes.
There was a clue that Maypole was a dancer too, and this could be seen in her performance.
Playing the goat
Mo guessed Alexandra Burke due to her musical background, and of course, winning X Factor.
Jonathan, who loved the yodeling and tried to give it a go himself (failing miserably), guessed Shania Twain because she lives in Switzerland.
Davina, still focusing heavily on the clues thought it could be Hollywood star Anne Hathaway because she starred alongside Julie Andrews in The Princess Diaries.
Ellie, who couldn't get over seeing an air fryer yodel on stage, guessed Beverley Knight.
Rita guessed Catherine Tate, because she's been in musicals and has a good voice.
Sizzling performance
Air Fryer's clue song was from The Sound Of Music - leaving Ellie "confused".
She laughed: "This show is mad" and Mo called the performance: "Bonkers".
The judges noticed that Air Fryer had "perfect pitch", leaving Rita stunned.
The judges said that the song had "thrown them off".
Guesses are in!
Mo guessed Alex Brooker, Davina guessed Antony Costa, while Jonathan went with Adam Hill - also from The Last Leg.
Rita guessed Frankie Boyle, focusing on the Scottish clue.
Ellie thought it could be a double bluff and thought he could actually be Craig David "doing a really bad job of being Craig David".
Big tune for Big Foot
Mo is convinced that he knows who Big Foot is, saying that he's writing his guess down.
"Sounds like him so much," he said laughing.
Big Foot chose Artful Dodger ft Craig David's Re-rewind.