The Masked Singer is back for its 2026 series, with twelve celebrities concealing their identities beneath elaborate costumes as they attempt to remain anonymous for as long as possible. The ITV entertainment show once again challenges viewers and judges alike to work out who is hiding behind the masks, using performances and cryptic clues revealed on stage.
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Judges Jonathan Ross, Davina McCall, Mo Gilligan and Maya Jama return to the panel, tasked with identifying the famous faces beneath the disguises. The UK edition promises more unmaskings than ever before, placing the outcome firmly in the hands of the contestants as they decide how much of their true selves to reveal.
This year’s line-up of characters includes Arctic Fox, Can of Worms, Conkers, Disc Jockey, Gargoyle, Monkey Business, Moth, Red Panda, Sloth, Teabag, Toastie and Yak. Each celebrity adopts a persona for the duration of their time on the programme, while host Joel Dommett returns for his seventh series, guiding both the panel and the audience through the guessing game.
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As the series progresses, the contestants will gradually disclose personal hints designed to help viewers and judges uncover their identities. One celebrity will be unmasked each week following their performance. Those taking part will join the show’s growing hall of fame, which already features well-known names from across music, television and sport, as fans at home continue to speculate about who is yet to be revealed.
