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The Masked Singer UK’s January ‘Spooktacular’ Delivers New Performances and a Fresh Unmasking

Viewers weighed in on the Halloween-style episode and Ben Shephard’s guest appearance as online sleuthing intensified over several standout masks.

Overview

  • ITV aired a new episode on January 17 at 7pm on ITV1 and ITVX, with host Joel Dommett and panellists Jonathan Ross, Davina McCall, Maya Jama and Mo Gilligan joined by guest Ben Shephard.
  • Five characters performed during the themed show, and one was eliminated and unmasked at the end without their identity revealed here to avoid spoilers.
  • Red Panda finally debuted after ITV previously removed the launch-performance for sensitivity reasons following the Swiss bar fire, with the character’s firefighter styling drawing attention.
  • Speculation online zeroed in on Can of Worms as many fans suggested Marvin Humes, while Moth was widely guessed as Keisha Buchanan and Sloth drew names including David Baddiel and Ed Balls.
  • The ‘Spooktacular’ look and costumes prompted confusion on social media about a Halloween theme in mid-January, as the series continues next on January 24.