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Gretchen Wilson Wins 'The Masked Singer' Season 13 as Pearl

The Grammy-winning country artist overcame personal challenges to claim the Golden Mask Trophy in a live finale featuring emotional moments and diverse performances.

Gretchen Wilson performs onstage during the 2024 CMA Music Festival at the Nissan Stadium on June 7, 2024, in Nashville.
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Overview

  • Gretchen Wilson, disguised as Pearl, was crowned the winner of The Masked Singer Season 13 during the live finale on May 7, 2025.
  • The four finalists—Pearl (Wilson), Boogie Woogie (Andy Grammer), Coral (Meg Donnelly), and Mad Scientist Monster (Brian Kelley)—performed in a climactic showdown before being unmasked.
  • Wilson shared that she participated in the competition to rebuild her confidence after recovering from a severe leg injury that left her in a wheelchair for eight months.
  • The finale introduced a heartfelt twist where each finalist received an emotional phone call from a loved one, with Wilson’s daughter expressing pride in her mother’s journey.
  • FOX confirmed that The Masked Singer will return for its 14th season, set to premiere in January 2026.