Masked Singer Welcomes Four New Celebrities, Unmasks Real Housewives Franchise Legend

The ultimate group of the season debuted with Anteater, Donut, Candelabra, and Hibiscus taking the stage and battling it out on “One Hit Surprise Evening” — they had been one of many strongest teams vocally, however what was up with that horrible Smackdown music selection?!

The theme was one-hit wonders, with the contestants not solely singing songs that certified, however their on-stage clues had been additionally one-hit wonders. We discovered ourselves questioning if these celebrities had been one-hit wonders themselves!

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All in all, it was a compelling night time of performances, with a pair that positively blew us away. We’re nonetheless scratching our heads a bit about how the night time performed out as issues progressed, however finally, it was thrilling to welcome all these new voices — and unimaginable costumes — to the competitors.

We additionally suppose this week may simply have featured the worst-ever selection for a Smackdown music. It did completely nothing to assist both singer, however we will not even fault them. The music is so uniquely tuned to its unique singer, how can anybody else present something by taking it on? One of many masks even began laughing as they sang, as if understanding simply how ridiculously unhealthy this was.

Let’s bounce proper in with this week’s masks. And don’t be concerned, earlier than we get to the surprising unmasking(s), we will make you energy by the horrible (and sometimes good) guesses made by our illustrious panel of Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy, Ken Jeong and Nicole Scherzinger first. We do that as a result of we love … to torture you.

Together with the panel’s guesses, we’ll be sharing some web hypothesis, too, so when you do not wish to be probably spoiled (as a result of they’re superb at this), you might wish to skip previous the guesses sections.

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ROUND 1: ONE-HIT WONDER NIGHT

Donut

(“Hooked on a Feeling,” Blue Swede) Donut had basic crooner throughout his vocal presentation. That costume, which seems like a stoner’s fever dream, cannot be simple to maneuver in, however he was nonetheless capable of carry some showmanship and even some strikes to the efficiency. Vocally, his tone was rick and on level, even because it did not pressure itself an excessive amount of. However he is fantastically in that wheelhouse for that form of lounge singer Vegas vibe.

Guesses: It seems like Donut has had a tough time being outlined as how he sees himself. He mentioned {that a} “mega hit” catapulted him to primary, however then says that he was principally related to a rough-and-tough “taste,” suggesting he was pigeonholed or typecast as one factor. He confirmed what appeared like a legislation enforcement badge at this level.

There was an LA flag and the dazzling lights of present enterprise displaying cowboy boots as he talked about being a rustic boy with a refined facet and even a theater reference to reveals like Chicago and forty second Avenue.

He mentioned he is been recognized to pour his coronary heart right into a music or two, and is doing this present coming off of the hardest yr of his life, hoping to show issues in a extra constructive path. Whereas there have been a variety of neon lights, we undoubtedly noticed a deal with a bow-and-arrow, as nicely.

As for his on-stage clue, it was the one-hit surprise “How Weird,” by OMC. Donut defined, “You understand what’s weird? Me being on one hit surprise night time, as a result of identical to Rocky, I’ve acquired hit after hit after hit.”

Nicole went the straightforward route, considering possibly this was Sylvester Stallone, however that voice felt method too polished to us to be Sly (may it’s brother Frank who had a success of his personal in “Far From Over”?).

Ken, was considering Jeff Bridges, however Jenny wasn’t taking a look at actors in any respect. As an alternative, she was considering possibly this was a legendary singer with the bow-and-arrow pointing to Tom Jones’ “Cupid.” Robin was feeling assured that Jones was the voice he heard, backing Jenny’s guess.

The web was additionally feeling the Tom Jones guess, with a number of the youthful customers humorously noting that their mothers are saying that must be him! There have been another guesses, in addition to those that had been sure he sounded nation. We did not hear that in any respect, although.

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Hibiscus

(“It is Raining Males,” The Climate Women) Hibiscus got here out with a really intimate and “freaky” hug for Nick. She undoubtedly strutted across the stage with that very same stage of confidence, whereas we discovered ourselves mesmerized by her decrease singing register. We additionally hoped she’d present slightly vary on the higher finish, however except for one not pushing a bit, it did not occur. She was in tune, nailing the supply, although, so she’s both a gifted non-professional or possibly a seasoned professional whose voice has dropped notably from their heyday.

Guesses: Hibiscus described her life as half fairy story, half cleaning soap opera, and half comedy of errors (with an emphasis on the comedy). She mentioned that she’s all the time had a love of performing, courting again to preventing for consideration in her huge household.

A late bloomer, she mentioned that she suffered a stint within the hospital, however after that was a “attractive flower” in a “huge metropolis.” In actual fact, she was even advised she seems like Sharon Stone at one level, which definitely suits her statuesque physique right here.

In her profession, she shared that she’s hung with royalty, name-dropping each Sir Elton John and David Bowie, earlier than saying that minus a couple of pitfalls and “a husband or two,” she’s proud to have gotten to the place she is now. Visible clues included the Statue of Liberty, a gingerbread home, and a vampire.

Her on-stage clue when she may cease fawning over Nick, was Proper Mentioned Fred’s “Too Attractive.” Hibiscus added, “I have been in a pair magnificence pageants, and I’ve additionally worn a tiara.” Jenny was selecting up a Housewives vibe, considering possibly Countess Luann de Lesseps and KIm Zolciak. They had been each nurses, however thinks the Statue of Liberty factors to Countess Luann.

“That might make an entire lot of sense with all this hugging and kissing occurring up right here,” joked Nick, who mentioned he would not know who’s beneath this masks. “You hug and kiss everybody, darling,” Hibiscus shot again. Ken’s guess was Bonnie Hunt, however Robin shut it down instantly, as an alternative considering possibly NYC mannequin and wonder icon Janice Dickinson.

We’re backing Jenny up on this — and we undoubtedly belief her in relation to Housewives — as a result of Luann has such a particular musical character in relation to how she performs and sings. We’re undoubtedly getting a Countess vibe right here, too!

As for the web, that they had guesses all over, however the ones who had essentially the most confidence behind their guesses had been leaping on board the Bravo prepare, too. Or possibly we’re simply projecting.

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Anteater

(“Strolling in Memphis,” Marc Cohn) Anteater sported an unwieldy costume but it surely did not matter as a result of he introduced an unimaginable vocal. What’s extra spectacular is that he stylized this well-known music to go well with his personal artistry, which we do not usually see on this present. That is a lovely rasp in his voice, an amazing smoky tone, a variety of soul and a falsetto?! Okay, Anteater. We see you!

Guesses: Anteater has apparently skilled the ups and downs of fame in his lengthy profession, the place he discovered the laborious method that fame is not all the pieces. He shared having at one level the homes, sports activities automobiles, yachts, all of it. However then, some unhealthy enterprise offers and a lack of self price him mainly all the pieces.

He mentioned he regrouped with a rooster coop and a donkey named Jasper, constructing his dream dwelling, beginning a household and studying that typically it’s important to lose all of it to realize all the pieces. One placing visible clue was an eye fixed painted on a wood field. We additionally noticed a glowing angelic form within the sky and a cougar.

As for his one-hit surprise clue, that was “Anyone’s Watching Me,” by Rockwell. “There was a time after I carried out in entrance of 40 p.c of your complete world,” defined Anteater. That instantly despatched Jenny to joking he is likely to be the Pope, whereas Robin Thicke instantly considered the Reside Help live performance in 1985.

Ken springboarded off of that to seek out Rick Springfield, thinkin the peak and general form (a lot as we are able to see) suits. Plus, there was an angel within the clue bundle. Might that check with his “Earth to Angel” music? Is his voice this raspy now? He then mentioned cougars love him, to tie that visible clue in, which was a horrible guess.

As an alternative, may it’s John “Cougar” Mellencamp? That was Jenny’s guess, which even acquired Ken excited. Nicole famous Bryan Adams, who did play Reside Help, however we’re not right here for the attention representing “(All the things I Do) I Do It for You.” That is Ken-level unhealthy!

The web wasn’t significantly better, although there have been some good guesses thrown in folks second-guessing their very own guesses dwell (prefer it seems like Randy Newman however he is too tall so it isn’t him).

There was additionally some assist for the panel’s non-Rick Springfield guesses, with most individuals in search of ’80s iconic brief kings — so Daryl Corridor is a foul guess, too! We’re form of digging the John Mellencamp guess because it suits

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Candelabra

(“1 Factor,” Amerie) Candelabra was so easy on this music she carried herself and appeared like a bona fide R&B famous person. She sashayed across the stage like a professional, however extra impressively was the ability of her voice. We had no thought how sturdy she was going to return out, however she had character for days, together with energy and a playfulness that painted her as a complete bundle entertainer.

Guesses: With goals that began at a younger age, Candelabra mentioned she was calling performers from her hometown from 12 years previous for somebody to provide her a shot. All it took was one sure and her profession started to take off. It was a dream she mentioned she carried from a younger age.

However whilst issues had been taking offf, she by no means stopped the hustle, all the time working and pushing to maintain herself and her profession scorching. She’s acquired followers everywhere in the worlds, loads of accolades, however the hustle by no means stops. Visible clues included a telephone name to Kevin Hart (is he from her hometown?), an image of California, a blue butterfly, and a bundle labeled “Santa’s Naughty Checklist.”

“Two Princes” from Spin Docs blasted as her on-stage one-hit surprise clue. “Pay attention, who wants two princes when you might have one hearth princess,” mentioned Candelabra. Ken was instantly super-confident in throwing out his guess, Mariah Carey.

“I believe I might know my child mama,” Nick replied, however Ken instantly shot again. “Be extra particular.” Even Nick needed to give him props on that one, with Candelabra guffawing alongside. Finally, although, he shifted to Regina Corridor, who does have a Kevin Hart connection.

Nicole threw out Brandy, who definitely performed a princess in Cinderella. Robin was on board with it being a professional, however as an alternative was questioning if it was The Princess and the Frog star Anika Noni Rose. Social media, although, is considering it is likely to be Keyshia Cole, although they don’t seem to be completely certain, both.

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ROUND 2: SMACKDOWN

This was a tricky one as Group C got here out sturdy with their first appearances on the present. Nobody was so clearly unhealthy as to deserve fast elimination. Anteater undoubtedly blew us away, with Candelabra additionally proudly owning her second on the stage. That leaves Donut and Hibiscus, who had been each strong sufficient. However in contrast to their counterparts, their performances did go away us feeling like there may have been slightly extra.

Did the studio viewers and panel agree with that evaluation, or did they suppose the very fact Donut may nicely be a legend elevate his standing, endangering … nicely, it must be Candelabra, proper? We needed to think about Anteater was untouchable at this level. We imagined incorrect.

Talking of incorrect, what’s incorrect with this studio viewers that they despatched Anteater into the Smackdown?! We agree with Hibiscus, however Anteater was one of the crucial compelling voices of the entire season, and had extra emotion on this one efficiency than anybody else but.

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(“Hey Mickey,” Toni Basil) Anteater did one of the best with a music so stylized nobody can actually shine on it. He acquired buried beneath the music and had no actual flare, sounding nothing like his unique efficiency. It lacked that magic, but it surely was fairly strong. Hibiscus did not appear as assured on this monitor, both, however she struggled much more to shine on it. We’re not even certain she stayed in tune. By the top, it appeared like she was laughing hat herself and at how horrible a selection this music was for a Smackdown.

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UNMASKING 7

The Smackdown was a large number and a little bit of a shame, but it surely did not change in our minds what occurred earlier within the night time. Hibiscus is simply okay as a singer, competent however not mind-blowing. We would like extra vary and vocal dynamics from her. Anteater, in the meantime, has such a cool sound and distinctive power to his performances, we simply wish to see what else he can do.

Fortunately, the panel was voting this time. They had been perplexed like us when Anteater even needed to battle it out in Smackdown, so after all they saved him. That meant the top of the street for Hibiscus, who instantly acquired cozy with Nick once more earlier than taking her masks off.

Robin Thicke: Janice DickinsonJenny McCarthy: Countess Luann de LessepsKen Jeong: Kim CattrallNicole Scherzinger: Hannah Waddingham

Jenny locked her guess in by recalling Depend Dracula, tying to the Countess. Nicole, although, thought the Sharon Stone lookalike clue may imply Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham whereas Ken went method out on a limb with Kim Cattrall. However we had been additionally feeling the Countess, in her mannerisms, supply and voice.

Ultimately, that is precisely who it was as Actual Housewives of New York Metropolis alum Luann de Lesseps stood revealed after first taking off her gloves and at last her masks. There’s additionally the truth that Jenny is a Housewives superfan, so after all she’s going to acknowledge her.

Luann even acquired to exit not reprising her Masked music, however her personal monitor, “Cash Cannot Purchase You Class.” It was … nicely, it was what you’d anticipate from a Countess Luann efficiency. We are able to solely assume she negotiated this into her contract. Might it even qualify as a one-hit surprise if it was by no means actually a success?

The Masked Singer continues subsequent Wednesday with the ultimate masks of the season becoming a member of Group C as a Wild Card for “Trolls Evening” at 8pm ET on Fox.