Summary
The Masked Singer’s twelfth season is set to feature an exciting array of theme nights, including a special episode dedicated to Miley Cyrus.
For the very first time, former Masked Singer contestants will return in the new role of Masked Ambassadors, tasked with providing hints about the identities of the new competitors.
Among the Masked Ambassadors are notable figures such as Dick Van Dyke, Jewel, Ne-Yo, and DeMarcus Ware.
The Masked Singer’s twelfth season brings with it a fresh lineup of theme nights and the intriguing addition of Masked Ambassadors, all amidst ongoing discussions regarding Nicole Scherzinger’s absence. As the season kicks off, Nick Cannon resumes his hosting duties, joined by panelists Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, and Rita Ora. Rita stepped in for Nicole during the eleventh season as Nicole took on the iconic role of Norma Desmond in London’s West End production of Sunset Boulevard. With Nicole transitioning the show to Broadway, Rita once again fills her shoes.
Season 12 will highlight theme nights such as Miley Cyrus, Barbie, Footloose, Sports, ’60s, Who Are You Fest, Thanksgiving, and Soundtrack Of My Life.
According to EW, the twelfth season will showcase an array of fresh theme nights, including Miley Cyrus, Barbie, Footloose, Sports Night, ’60s Night, and Who Are You Fest, celebrating music from notable festival lineups. Furthermore, the Thanksgiving and Soundtrack Of My Life theme nights will make a return. Barbie Night will commemorate the iconic doll’s 65th anniversary, while Footloose Night marks the film’s 40th anniversary.
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The Masked Singer Alums Will Return As Masked Ambassadors
Each Contestant Will Have Their Own Ambassador
This season, Masked Ambassadors will champion each of the 15 contestants. These ambassadors, all alumni of the series, will hold special connections to the contestants and provide significant clues regarding their identities. While FOX has not disclosed all of the Ambassadors, they have confirmed that the lineup includes Dick Van Dyke (Gnome, season 9), Jewel (Queen of Hearts, season 6 winner), Ne-Yo (Cow, season 10 winner), and DeMarcus Ware (Koala, season 11).
The introduction of theme nights has further elevated the excitement of The Masked Singer. These new evenings promise to be highly entertaining, particularly Miley Cyrus Night, which will feature tracks from her renowned catalog. The presence of Masked Ambassadors adds another layer of intrigue as beloved contestants from previous seasons return to offer clues about the new competitors. There’s a buzz of curiosity surrounding the connections of figures like Dick, Jewel, Ne-Yo, and DeMarcus.
While some fans of The Masked Singer continue to miss Nicole, Rita proved to be an exceptional replacement during the eleventh season. She seamlessly integrated with Robin, Jenny, and Ken, creating a delightful camaraderie. Like Nicole, Rita excels as a detective on the show and has wowed the audience with her outstanding performances. The introduction of new theme nights and Masked Ambassadors is set to revitalize the series, making Season 12 potentially the most exciting yet.
The Masked Singer Season 12 premieres on Wednesday, September 25 at 8 p.m. EDT on FOX.
Sources: EW, The Masked Singer/Instagram
The Masked Singer
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The Masked Singer is the American version of the popular Masked Singer competition. Developed by Craig Plestis, the series sees an array of celebrities dress up in elaborate costumes and masks, and then sing against one another in a competition format to be the last one standing. The American version is hosted by Nick Cannon.