The Masked Singer accomplished its Group B Championships Wednesday evening and Frog, Kitty, and Banana superior to hitch fellow finalists Turtle, Kangaroo, and White Tiger within the present’s prime contending “Tremendous 9.” Sadly, that implies that Taco is out regardless of a rousing efficiency of The 4 Tops’ “Cannot Assist Myself.”
What proved much more thrilling than Taco’s rendition of the basic Motown tune was discovering out simply who he’s. Extra on that later. Here is what occurred on his street to elimination and Frog, Kitty and Banana’s path to the Promised Land:
To kick off the present and put the contestants relaxed, Taco, Kitty, Banana, and Frog collaborated as a bunch to sing the Backstreet Boys’ “Bigger Than Life,” additionally punctuating this week’s “friendship” theme. Visitor choose and Season 1 champion T-Ache praised the quartet for coming collectively whereas ripping “one another’s heads off on the identical time.” Ever the jokester, choose Ken Jeong quipped that Banana and Taco hugged “the best way nature meant it Wednesdays on Fox.” After all, The Masked Singer shouldn’t be above low-brow double entendres, and this is able to be the primary of a number of risque “taco” jokes through the evening.
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Kitty
Nation music is undoubtedly Kitty’s wheelhouse, and she or he wowed the gang with a saucy tackle Miranda Lambert’s “Mama’s Damaged Coronary heart.” The primary performer of the evening sported bedazzled sneakers that matched these of host Nick Cannon, and her talking voice sounded rather a lot like that of Modern Family star Sarah Hyland.
This week’s clues: To assist judges and viewers determine Kitty’s true identification, a masked pal dropped hints concerning the mysterious feline, saying Kitty has been inventive since childhood however was bullied. She additionally mentioned that whereas Kitty’s voice is angelic, her “darkish aspect” provides her a aggressive edge. A bejeweled egg additionally appeared as part of the clue bundle. After her efficiency, Kitty gave choose Robin Thicke a friendship bracelet that mentioned “fireworks.” Kitty added that the primary time she met Robin, it was “lit.”
Final week’s clues: Kitty says she loves to stitch and create “trendy” outfits for her household. Hmmm. However there was additionally a Little Pink Driving Hood-like cloak. What does that imply?
The guesses: T-Ache mentioned mentions of ghosts by Kitty’s pal made him assume it is actress Christina Ricci due to her roles in 1995’s Casper and The Addams Family films. Ken, in the meantime, mentioned he thinks Kitty is The Good Place star Kristen Bell. Final however not least, choose Jenny McCarthy donned a large Ken masks and bombastically shouted that Kitty is actress Haylie Duff.
Taco
Do not let the exhausting shell idiot you. Taco is a complete romantic, and his easy tackle “Cannot Assist Myself” was filled with coronary heart and elegance. Two dancing cooks in inflatable costumes flanked Taco and made the entire quantity really feel gentle and playful. The dance strikes urged an older character such Dancing with the Stars host Tom Bergeron.
This week’s clues: Taco’s pal held what appeared like a glass of scotch, hid behind a seafood tower, and mentioned that he and Taco are each dads who assist folks in want. The 2 additionally discover the humor in every part, the pal added. There was an emphasis on the letter “M” and “E,” suggesting that Taco is presumably an Emmy winner, and a washboard within the background served as a last wink and nudge of some form. Following the efficiency, Taco gifted choose Nicole Scherzinger with a friendship bracelet that learn “kiss.” To additional confuse and/or enlighten everybody, Taco mentioned, “To not be corny, however once I noticed you in individual, you had been excellent.” Huh? Jenny mentioned if Nicole was on Taco’s speak present, as an example, maybe he kissed her howdy. Nicole then puzzled if maybe Taco was Gene Simmons of Kiss fame.
Final week’s clues: Taco mentioned he had an issue along with his mood till he met his soulmate. There have been additionally hints that Taco is into sci-fi due to an up-close galaxy image. Then once more, {a photograph} of astronomical our bodies might even have been a nod to Dancing with the Stars.
The guesses: Nicole selected to concentrate on the voice and never the bracelet. She mentioned initially she thought Taco was speak and recreation present host Regis Philbin, however after his most up-to-date efficiency, Nicole switched her guess to crooner Barry Manilow. Nick requested if Nicole had kissed Manilow however earlier than she might reply, Jenny mentioned she has smooched with the veteran singer and songwriter a number of instances, inflicting the viewers and panel to chuckle with delight. Robin mentioned he thought Taco was America’s Got Talent choose Howie Mandel, and Jenny mentioned she has kissed Mandel too. Ha! Jenny then threw in one other guess, and based mostly on previous clues, mentioned Taco was Jerry Springer. Channeling his interior Springer, Taco mentioned The Masked Singer teaches us to not rely an excessive amount of on first impressions and that we might all be nicer to 1 one other. You inform ’em, Taco.
Banana
A heartfelt and soulful cowl of “Lean On Me” by Invoice Withers helped Banana redeem himself after forgetting the phrases to “Achy Breaky Coronary heart” by nation singer Billy Ray Cyrus final week. Banana additionally upped the ante by giving the efficiency a slight gospel twinge, making him appear to be a southern gentleman corresponding to Jeff Foxworthy or maybe Bill Engvall. Banana devoted his efficiency, which Ken mentioned was arguably his strongest, to his late father as a result of the 2 had been greatest associates and so they liked “Lean On Me.”
This week’s clues: Two bananas — perhaps Banana’s real-life children — hid their identities and mentioned the massive Banana was their position mannequin. They mentioned that after they had been little, Banana taught them tips on how to drive by constructing them a go-cart observe within the yard. Props, corresponding to a jar of jam and varied automotive components and accouterments, sat on the desk whereas the youthful bananas talked about their hero. Banana gave his friendship bracelet to Jenny after his music and it mentioned, “’90s love.” Banana mentioned he and Jenny frolicked as associates, and she or he is a cool individual. This led Jenny to guess that Banana might be race-car driver Michael Andretti. She mentioned the 2 turned associates on the Playboy mansion again within the day.
Final week’s clues: Banana mentioned “Git-R-Accomplished” the best way Larry the Cable Man used to, and there was an indication that learn “Bananagement Administration.” There was a pair of cowboy boots and he talked about the necessity for profession re-branding.
The guesses: Based mostly on his lean and tall physique and some clues, Nicole guessed nation star Brad Paisley. However the voice does not fairly match. Ken mentioned Banana has the voice of Larry the Cable Man, and T-Ache mentioned he picked up Johnny Knoxville vibes.
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Frog
The well-dressed and choreographed amphibian was the ultimate performer of the evening however simply generated probably the most pleasure with The Hole Band’s “You Dropped a Bomb On Me.” Frog, a frontrunner and fan favourite, even threw in just a few easy breakdancing foot strikes. The latter excited the judges and the viewers, inspiring Nicole to name him a “pure performer.” Frog then mentioned he had misplaced his love for music and needed to give up till The Masked Singer made him imagine once more.
This week’s clues: A private pal of Frog mentioned she knew him earlier than his profession took off however instantly believed he’d be a famous person. Props within the clue bundle included a comb, natural shampoo, somewhat purple hat and a inexperienced bow tie. The pal mentioned Frog had an entourage even earlier than he was well-known and that his first late-night speak present look had him up previous his bedtime. He gave his friendship bracelet to T-Ache — a lot to the chagrin of Ken — and it learn, “All we do is win.” All of a sudden, T-Ache puzzled if the Frog was rapper-turned actor, Ludacris.
Final week’s clues: There was a hammer reference — is that this MC Hammer in any case? — this week and final week. And the judges seen that Frog is an efficient dancer and singer however that he’s additionally brief, and that guidelines out MC Hammer, who’s 6 toes. Alfonso Ribeiro is stout and may dance. Maybe it’s him, as Jenny predicted final time round.
The guesses: Ken had one of the best guess — will wonders ever stop? — and mentioned he believed Frog is definitely comic and actor Tommy Davidson. He even famous The Proud Family reference and Davidson did parody MC Hammer on In Living Color. Robin mentioned Omarion, and T-Ache agreed that it may very well be the previous boyband star.
As talked about above, it was Taco who needed to pack up his interior goodness and wave farewell in the long run. However not earlier than revealing his true identification as … Tom Bergeron.
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The Masked Singer airs Wednesdays 8/7c on Fox.