SPOILER ALERT: Particulars comply with for Season 14, Episode 3 of “The Masked Singer,” “Clueless Night time,” which aired Jan. 21 on Fox.
As if! “The Masked Singer” despatched house two celebrities on Wednesday throughout “Clueless evening” No matter. Unmasked on the episode have been “Wild Factor” rapper Tone Loc as Handyman, and Oscar-nominated actress Taraji P. Henson as Scarab.
Eradicated first was Handyman. Panelist Robin Thicke acquired it proper with Tone Loc. Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg guessed Chuck D, Ken Jeong thought it was Mr. T and Rita Ora went with Ice-T.
Later, Scarab was the second contestant eradicated. Ora acquired it proper with Taraji P. Henson. Thicke thought it was Regina King, McCarthy-Wahlberg went with Angela Bassett and Jeong guessed Cynthia Erivo.
Tone Loc instructed Selection that he agreed to seem on “The Masked Singer” after his associates dared him to do the present. “They didn’t assume that I might,” he stated. “Most likely as a result of I’ve this macho kind of picture or one thing like that. Like, ‘you wouldn’t rise up on right here, put a dressing up on and go dance and do no matter at this age.”
However he did, and he’s glad he stated sure. “It was enjoyable,” the “Funky Chilly Media” star stated. “I imply, it was actual secretive, like some FBI-type stuff. They cowl you up from head to toe and put you in your dressing room instantly… after all, a part of my voice is a useless giveaway.”
“Clueless Night time” opened with Snow Cone, Scarab, Handyman and Pugcasso singing “Children In America,” the tune that additionally opens 1996’s “Clueless” movie.
Pugcasso, Snow Cone and Crane transfer on from this spherical. Nonetheless ready their flip: Excessive Voltage, Calla Lily, Owl, Eggplant, Galaxy Woman, Stingray, Cat Witch, and Queen Corgi, together with one other wild card.
Taraji P. Henson (Scarab) and Tone Loc (Handyman) be part of Tiffany Haddish (Le Who Who), Todd and Julie Chrisley (Croissants) and David “Massive Papi” Ortiz (Googly Eyes) because the celebrities unmasked thus far on “The Masked Singer” Season 14.
Again for Season 14 are host Nick Cannon, alongside panelists McCarthy Wahlberg, Jeong, Ora and Thicke.
New this season is “America’s Insider,” through which singer, dancer and social media character Kylie Cantrall will share behind-the-scenes hints and clues for viewers. The twist: Cantrall is in costume as Cat Witch, however will solely unmask for viewers — so the viewers is aware of who she is, however the panelists don’t.
“The Masked Singer” Season 14 themed episodes embody a tribute to “Star Trek,” the ‘90s comedy “Clueless,” the comedian franchise “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” and the blockbuster “Twilight Saga” movies. Additionally Fox’s new “Worry Issue” reboot will characteristic host Johnny Knoxville in a “Worry Issue: Home of Worry Night time,” and an “Ozzfest Night time” honors late rocker Ozzy Osbourne, together with a particular tribute by “Masked Singer” alum Kelly Osbourne (Season 2’s Ladybug) saluting her father’s musical affect.
The 18 Masked contestants in Season 14 embody Eggplant, Pugcasso, Queen Corgi, the Croissants, Owl, 14 Karat Carrot, Snow Cone, Galaxy Woman, Excessive Voltage, Googly Eyes, Scarab, Handyman, Crane, Le Who Who, Pangolin, Stingray, Cat Witch and Calla Lily.
Per the present, the Season 14 contestants have offered a mixed 94 million information, obtained 47 Teen Selection Award nominations, 12 Emmy nominations, two stars on the Hollywood Stroll of Fame, one Tony Award win and one Academy Award nomination.
Right here have been the performances on Wednesday’s episode.
Nick Cannon and Snow Cone, “The Masked Singer”
Snow Cone
Tune: “Stronger,” by Britney Spears
Earlier tune: “After I Develop Up,” by the Pussycat Dolls
Clueless clue: “Rebooting.” “Life had taken all the things away from me so many instances. However I maintain getting up for my household and my youngsters. As a result of Snow Cone is vibrant and exquisite on the skin and he offers me the boldness to really feel that manner on the within.”
Panel guesses: Avril Lavigne, Paris Hilton, Mandy Moore
Earlier panel guesses: Mischa Barton, Nicole Richie, Taylor Momsen
Snow Cone voiceover: “Should you’re a fan of the enduring ‘Clueless’ soundtrack, you’re assured to like the most popular CD of the summer season. Snow Cone. And let me inform you, there’s one album that everyone wants. Mine! (“Snow Actual.”) I poured all the things I had into it. Even turned down a document cope with David Foster. However once I launched it, no one purchased it. For years, I used to be devastated. However once I was at my lowest level, everybody rallied behind me. Followers began shopping for my music once more. And this as soon as once more album grew to become No. 1. (“Solely $19.84”) So, hurry up and get your copy. Operators are standing by.”
Nick Cannon and Scarab, “The Masked Singer”
Scarab
Tune: “Ladies Simply Wish to Have Enjoyable,” by Cyndi Lauper
Earlier tune: “Set Fireplace to the Rain,” by Adele
Clueless clue: Cookie dough. “I really like baking underneath strain to get the place I’m.”
Panel guesses: Cynthia Erivo, Angela Bassett
Earlier panel guesses: Whoopi Goldberg, Viola Davis, Sheryl Lee Ralph
Scarab voiceover: “In ‘Clueless,’ Cher’s dad was all the time there for her. And I do know the help of a dad or mum means all the things. My dad noticed it first. He instructed me I used to be going to be an enormous star, and that I is perhaps nominated for an Oscar. My mother was a little bit extra hesitant. A single mom who didn’t need me to battle like she did. That every one modified when she noticed me on stage. And all of pop’s predictions got here true. Even that nomination. (“Most Influential.”) However when it got here time for Hollywood’s greatest evening, my dad wasn’t there. Sadly, he handed away per week prior. It was arduous to smile in these pictures that evening. However mother and I made essentially the most of it. He would have cherished it. I’m equal elements my mother and pop. Good like my mother, sturdy like my dad. And one hell of a dreamer.”
Handyman, “The Masked Singer”
Handyman
Tune: “Can I Kick It?,” by A Tribe Known as Quest
Earlier tune: “Shake Your Groove Factor,” by Peaches & Herb
Clueless clue: Sweet wrappers. “I all the time have had a candy move.”
Panel guesses: Vanilla Ice, Ice-T, Mr. T
Earlier panel guesses: Idris Elba, Tone Loc, Vin Diesel
Handyman voiceover: “Clueless was considered one of a form. The music, outfits, all the things made it stand out within the 90s. And to inform you the reality, I’ve been recognized to face out too. However, it wasn’t all good. And with out warning, a painful accident. Modified my voice in a single day. However, I didn’t let that maintain me again. And you understand what? My voice acquired individuals’s consideration. And out of the blue you might hear me all over the place. The radio, films, even youngsters reveals. The very factor I believed was too completely different turned out to be the factor that made me stand out.”
Nick Cannon and Pugcasso, “The Masked Singer”
Pugcasso
Tune: “Pretend Plastic Timber,” by Radiohead
Earlier tune: “Atypical,” by Alex Warren
Clueless clue: Aloha shirt. “I just like the seashore, and I like cameras.”
Panel guesses: Jack Johnson, Rob Thomas
Earlier panel guesses: Dan Reynolds, Darren Criss, Ryan Tedder
Pugcasso voiceover: “Coming from a small city, I believed I knew all people. After which I noticed her. Immediately my coronary heart went growth. Just a few weeks later, I noticed her once more. Life was making an attempt to inform me one thing, so I took my shot. And that was it. It was like an actual life romcom. Cue the montage, guys. We have been so in love. Till, I used to be requested to hit the street, and worse, to stay a world away from my lady. Quick ahead to once I acquired to the airport and there she was, with a suitcase in hand. And ever since then, when fame feels superficial, she retains me grounded..”
Crane, “The Masked Singer”
Wild Card: Crane
Tune: “It’s Not Proper However It’s Okay,” by Whitney Houston
Clueless clue: Ballet footwear. “I’m not the one to shrink back from heart stage.”
Panel guesses: Misty Copeland, Mya, Ashanti
Crane voiceover: “It’s seamless for me to make my Masked Singer debut on Clueless evening. As a result of the 90s actually symbolize all the things that I did. And I do all of it. Whether or not it’s primetime, movie or billions of streams. I’ve brushed wings with Janet, Michelle and even Angelina’s a fan. However, I’ve needed to work ten instances more durable simply to be seen. And at instances, yeah, my confidence has been shattered. So I’ve spent many transformative moments taking management over my future. I’m proud to say it’s my very own wings that acquired me to climb this excessive. However I’m not completed but. And any likelihood I get to go for gold, I take it.”
Previous “The Masked Singer” winners embody T-Ache as Monster (Season 1), Wayne Brady as Fox (Season 2), Kandi Burruss as Night time Angel (Season 3), LeAnn Rimes as Solar (Season 4), Nick Lachey as Piglet (Season 5), Jewel as Queen of Hearts (Season 6), Teyana Taylor as Firefly (Season 7), Amber Riley as Harp (Season 8), Bishop Briggs as Medusa (Season 9), Ne-Yo as Cow (Season 10), Vanessa Hudgens as Goldfish (Season 11), Boyz II Males as Buffalos (Season 12) and Gretchen Wilson as Pearl (Season 13).
“The Masked Singer” comes from Fox Various Leisure. Rosie Seitchik, Craig Plestis and Cannon are govt producers, whereas Seitchik serves as showrunner. The collection is predicated on the South Korean format created by Mun Hwa Broadcasting Corp.
