For the first time in its history, “The Masked Singer” will see viewers already aware of the identity of a contestant before the season even begins, adding an exciting twist to the upcoming Season 14, set to premiere on January 7.
The show’s official Instagram account introduced the concept of “America’s Insider,” a contestant who will reveal herself prior to the season airing, while retaining the usual mystery for the show’s panel, cast, and crew. This unique approach was showcased in a teaser video that featured an individual in the series’ classic “Don’t Talk to Me” disguise performing stretches, with the intriguing announcement that viewers would know the identity of one of the masked contestants.
Singer and “Descendants” star Kylie Cantrall unveiled herself as the insider in a lively video shared on her personal Instagram account. “No, this is not a joke,” she confirmed, expressing her excitement about involving fans in the behind-the-scenes process of the show for the very first time.
Cantrall revealed that she aims to keep the panel—comprising Nick Cannon, Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, and her on-screen mother Rita Ora—guessing as she navigates the competition. Having appeared as Red, the daughter of Ora’s Queen of Hearts, in the upcoming “Descendants” projects, Cantrall expressed her enthusiasm for participating in “The Masked Singer,” noting its significance as one of her favorite shows.
Throughout the season, audience members can look forward to her insights, promises of sneak peeks, and clues about her chosen disguise. Although fans may know her identity now, the show’s contestants and crew remain blissfully unaware, as filming for the season concluded months ago. This playful element of surprise creates an engaging dynamic, reminiscent of a time-travel twist in reality TV.
Viewers can catch all the action and see who else will compete this season when “The Masked Singer” returns to Fox at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The innovative idea of having an insider promises to add an exciting layer to the viewing experience, making this season an anticipated event for fans.
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