Spoiler Alert: Do not read on if you haven't seen “The Masked Singer” Season 11 Episode 6, “Transformers Night,” which aired April 10 on FOX.
Former “Bachelor” star Colton Underwood knows the symbolism of being unmasked on a reality show (in this case, “The Masked Singer”) is huge. Underwood, a former pro football player who made history as the first openly gay star on The Bachelor, is one of two celebrities revealed on Wednesday night's show. And then there's another former NFL player, Hall of Famer and former pro football linebacker DeMarcus Ware.
“You're obviously protected by a mask, and that was symbolic in a lot of ways for me because I wore a mask all my life until I stopped wearing a mask,” Underwood said. Ta. variety. “It was symbolic in a way, and it was a lot of fun to change into my shoes to go on stage and do something I had never done before, something I had never even thought of doing.”
For Underwood, who was revealed to play the role of a “lovebird” on the show, it will be her return to unscripted television following The Bachelor and the Netflix series Coming Out Colton. “I needed to take a break from getting back on everyone's TV, and I needed to work on my coming out experience, my personal life, and my relationships,” said Underwood, who married in 2021. It's time to say yes. I'm in a great place in life. I'm really happy and this challenge was just what I needed. ”
In the case of Ware, who was revealed as “Koala,” the decision to star in “The Masked Singer” was made after producers saw him perform the national anthem at the Football Hall of Fame. “They were like, 'Wait a minute, he can sing a little bit,'” Ware said. “I sing in the car, I sing in the shower, I just sing. It's a big passion of mine. I was in a singing group in middle school. When we won the Super Bowl, I sang a lot. I did.”
Ware said she also likes the serendipity of koalas, as her 2-year-old son's favorite toy is a stuffed koala. “That's one of the biggest reasons I actually did it,” Ware said.
In Love Birds, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg got along well with former “Bachelor” star Colton Underwood. Robin Thicke said it was Josh Duhamel. Rita Ora extrapolated the situation from “Jersey Shore.” Ken Jeong tried to guess Dwayne Johnson's joke.
And in Koala's case, everyone mentioned the former football player's name, but no one realized it was DeMarcus Ware — they just got it wrong. Ora said he chose Terry Crews, Chung thought Deon Sanders, McCarthy Wahlberg chose Shannon Sharpe, and Thicke said he chose Michael Irvin.
“The Masked Singer” this season.
Season 11 will see the return of host Nick Cannon, and will feature panelists Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Ken Jeong and Robin Thicke, while she will be in London to star in the West End's Sunset Boulevard. Rita Ora joined the desk in place of Nicole Scherzinger, who was on the show.
'The Masked Singer' Season 11 features themed episodes such as 'The Wizard of Oz' to celebrate the classic film's 85th anniversary. “Transformers” (celebrating the brand's 40th anniversary), musical tributes such as “Billy Joel Knight” and “Queen Knight”. Additional themes include “Girl Group,” “Soundtrack of My Life,” “TV Theme Night,” and “Shower Anthem.”
Season 11 features a total of 16 well-known singers, including three “Wild Cards”, including “Gumball”, “Lizard”, “Ugly Sweater”, “Goldfish”, “Starfish”, “Book”, ” New costumes such as “Gumball'' and “Miss Cleocatra'' will be introduced. , “Afghan Hound'', “Beets'', “Poodle Moth'', “Clock'', “Spaghetti and Meatballs'', “Lizard'', “Koala'', “Sir Lion''. According to the show, the season 11 contestants have a total of 22 Grammy Award nominations, 11 platinum albums, 33 Teen Choice nominations, 108 million record sales, 326 movie appearances, and 1.7 billion It boasts Spotify streaming.
Group C's Poodle Moss & Croc will be back in the quarter-finals later this season.
Here are Group A's performances for Wednesday's episode 6, “Night of the Transformers.”
Goldfish “The Masked Singer” (Michael Becker/Fox)
Goldfish
song: “Baby Come Back” by Player
The panel speculates that: Sarah Hyland, Kristen Stewart, Nina Dobrev
Bumblebee clue: “A true performer, Goldfish is known for putting his heart and soul into his work and for crying out tears.”
Package narration: “I felt that final act in my heart. There's no one who doesn't love Transformers, so I'm really looking forward to tonight. Sometimes the most transformative moments are actually the goodbyes. I thought I'd get married young, like my mom. But dating in Hollywood is hard. And this goldfish hasn't always been so lucky. When you're trying to move on, you're literally everywhere. Imagine having an ex. And your moments can even turn into TikToks. That forced me to think about what I needed and focus. Now, this. is a song for anyone who has ever had a broken heart. But if the lyrics cut you too deep, don't, there are plenty of fish in the sea.”
Previous song: Olivia Rodrigo's “Vampire”
The previous panel infers: Lea Michele, Selena Gomez, Carly Rae Jepsen
Starfish “The Masked Singer” (Michael Becker/Fox)
starfish
song: Green Day's “21 Guns”
The panel speculates that: Amy Poehler, Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph
Optimus Prime Clues: “A true teammate, Starfish is an award-winning member of a talented group.”
Package narration: “You guys made this material girl feel like a million bucks! Being here has opened the door for my inner pop star. While the kids played in the sandbox, I played on the jukebox. That machine changed my life. It started me listening to Clapton, Fleetwood Mac, and of course Green Day. And that inspired me to join the band. I toured all over the country. I was lucky enough to step into a lot of tide pools. This Starfish are versatile, baby. I mean, if those robots can turn into different things, so can I. Here we come, guns blazing!”
Previous song: Madonna's “Material Girl”
The previous panel infers: Catherine O'Hara, Cheri Oteri, Molly Shannon
Ugly Sweater “The Masked Singer” (Michael Becker/Fox)
ugly sweater
song: The Commodores' “Brick House”
The panel speculates that: Lionel Richie, Charlie Wilson, Smokey Robinson
Bumblebee clue: “Ugly Sweater spends his time wisely. Some might say he won a lifetime achievement award.”
Package narration: “You all made me feel warm and fuzzy last time. There is one person in my life who has helped me bring out my inner Optimus Prime and that is my wife. Soulmate. When we met, we couldn't have been more opposites. My life was starting to unravel, but hers was completely fixed. I was a consignment and she was an auto It was couture. I was at the top of the charts and she…didn't know who I was. Sometimes unlikely combinations like plaids and stripes work well. She built me up brick by brick, and now I'm going to come down singing a happy song just for half a sweater.”
Previous song: “The Best” by Tina Turner
The previous panel infers: Charlie Wilson, Nile Rodgers, Verdine White
Love Bird “The Masked Singer” (Michael Becker/Fox)
love bird
song: Goo Goo Dolls “All That You Are”
The panel speculates that: The Situation, Nick Viall, Colton Underwood, Dwayne Johnson
Optimus Prime Clues: “The Love Bird has made television history so far, and he's on track to do it again by winning the Golden Mask.”
Package narration: “Last time, you all made me feel so at home on this stage. And I feel even more at home here at Transformers Night, because as a kid I was obsessed with it. I can see the Transformers robots. I love being able to hide in places. And I know exactly what that feels like. The world has come to see me as someone I'm not. But I've been celebrated, and I'm grateful for that. I rode and ran. Eventually, I had to escape the cage I was placed in, and the truth set me free. Since then, I have used my voice for good. We've tried to use it to help people from the courthouse to the White House. And tonight, let me remind you not to hide. Share all of who you are.”
Previous song: “Home” by Philip Phillips
The previous panel infers: Travis Kelce, Odell Beckham Jr., Nick Viall
Koala (wildcard)
song: “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” by Tears for Fears
The panel speculates that: Michael Irvin, Deon Sanders, Terry Crews
Optimus Prime Clues: “He's on the shortlist alongside some of the greatest players of all time.”
Package narration: “Oh, it's a koala. He's cute, but he's also very protective. Don't worry, I don't bite. I'm actually a little shy. When I first started, I was super defensive. I wasn't a star. In fact, I was avoiding interviews. If you put me on the spot, I'd forget my words. Want to know how to make a koala disappear? ? Point the camera at me! Then I broke out with the first hit. I was forced to speak out and everything changed. Now, you can't shut me up. Just like Bumblebee , I also took some time to find my voice. But I learned that if I elevate it, I can rule the world.”
Last season's cast included Ne-Yo as the Cow, John Schneider as Donut, Macy Gray as the Sea Queen, Janel Parrish as the Gazelle, John Oates as the Anteater, and Keisha as the Candelabra. Cole, Sebastian Bach as Tiki, Ginuwine as Husky, and Ashley Parker Angell as S have joined the cast. Also starring Metta World Peace as the Cuddle Monster, Luann de Lesseps as Hibiscus, Tyler Posey as Hawk, Billie Jean King as Royal Hen, Michael Rapaport as Pickle, Tom Sandoval as Diver, LaVar Anthony Anderson as Ducky and Lovato as a one-time special guest, Demian Anonymous.
Fox Alternative Entertainment produces “The Masked Singer,” with showrunners James Breen, Craig Plestis and Nick Cannon serving as executive producers. The series is based on a Korean format created by Cultural Broadcasting.
