Forget everything you thought you knew about The Masked Singer.
Fox‘s celebrity guessing game is undergoing some major changes ahead of its eighth season (Sept. 21, 8/7c), including theme nights and multiple reveals every week.
Here’s how it’s going to work: Several disguised contestants will compete each week, but only one will move on to the next round of competition. The studio audience will vote during the episode, and the singer with the lowest number of votes will be unmasked mid-show.
The two singers with the most votes will then face off in a “Battle Royale” performance of the same song, with the winner being crowned King or Queen of The Masked Singer. That person will move on and compete in the next episode, while the other will be unmasked.
The new season will also feature special appearances by non-masked celebrities, including Donny Osmond, Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Muppets, Will Arnett, Leslie Jordan, Joel McHale, Tori Spelling, Jon Lovitz, Jodie Sweetin, Carrot Top, Blue Man Group, Lance Bass, Danielle Fishel, Sheila E. and Drew Carey.
As for those theme nights we mentioned earlier, fans can look forward to “Vegas Night,” “Comedy Roast,” “Hall Of Fame,” “Muppets Night,” “Andrew Lloyd Webber Night,” “TV Themes,” “’90s Night,” “Thanksgiving” and “Fright Night.”
Hit PLAY on the video above for your first taste of the new Masked Singer, then drop a comment with your thoughts on the revamp below. Are you down with all these changes, or is it too much new-ness?
Rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic? ;-)
Stupid when it started.
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Stupid now.
Stopped watching the second they put Rudy G on. That was the very last time I watched anything on Fox.
Grow up.
My guilty pleasure show. Too bad that the panel includes McCarthy, but that’s what delayed starting/fast forward is for. The change ups sound pretty good. “Voting” has never really been a consideration anyway, lol – the winner is who the producers want to win.
I thought the new format was “guess which rightwing Republicans we have under the masks this season”
I love the Masked Singer. I love Nick Cannon as the host but last season I was very disappointed in Ken who acted like a spoiled brat when they unmasked Guilliani. I don’t see politics when I watch this show it’s just fun.
Umm Robin Thicke also left the platform…….
Won’t watch as long as Nick Cannon is hosting.
Too much! Ruining the show!
Why is it tv shows think they have to keep changing to keep their audience! All they do is lose viewers and piss off everyone who love the show the way it was!! Stop listening to a few idiots who complain and listen to the numbers who actually tune in!
I agree with you. Last season was horrible. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” If they want to change anything, get new judges.
I do agree with you and most of the other comments. Why make all these changes. There is 1 thing I would change: women on panel need to wear clothes that cover like a lady. Jenny looks more like she needs to be someplace else.
U guys lost me when your judges walked out might try u again but it doesn’t look good don’t know about your show getting away from what u started with u need new judges
Don’t like it when multiple celebrities have to go home right away they should be able to sing for at least two times before anybody set home
Totally agree!
Watching people be upset over garbage like RG.. but still willing to watch with racist, anti semite Nick Cannon. Your hypocrisy is showing.
This show is so good just the way it is. Why screw around and change it????
Never liked this show. Panel is over the top, kind of phoney. Guest singers are mostly boring or lame.
The first and second season were the best after that it went down hill fast, just like every reality show, this was one enjoyed watching except last season which was horrible and the winner should never have won. Don’t know if I will continue watching its just not the same show that I enjoyed.
Won’t be watching. For all the “inclusive” talk, the “good doctor” insulted many viewers with his hatred of Giuliani last season.
For sure. And he use to make me laugh a lot.
Sounds more like the original version which I believe they do so their celebrities aren’t tied to a prolonged schedule. Hope this might mean we get more relevant celebrities?
Sorry, but this show is so ridiculous. Nothing but “Has Been” guests in costume. I guess they need the money. Even the promo’s are stupid. Jaws dropping, utter shock on the panels faces. Gimme a break! They already know who is in the costume.
So many people coming to the comments to talk about why they aren’t watching.😂 No one cares if you were butt hurt by their reaction to Rudy or if you don’t like the judges. Don’t watch it, they’ll be fine.🤷🏾♂️
Amen to that
The only thing I want them to change is saying ” who is it?” I’ve lost count how many times it’s said during a show.
I will never watch Masked Singer again as long as Nick hosts it. The man is a disgrace to society, too many kids out of wedlock!
ITA. It seems he’s in a contest with Eddie Murphy. He may provide financially for the children, but he can’t parent them. 70% of black children grow up in fatherless homes, that includes his kids.
I can’t wait for the new season of The Masked Singer Ken Jong’s comments are always lol and the performances are off the shizzle
I Love This Show, but I Don’t Know About These New Changes. I Love You Just The Way You Are!
Love the masked singer. Just plan fun. Love Nick as the host.
I don’t watch to see who is on the right, who is on the left it’s fun for everyone to just let go and have a good time.
Plus, how many children Nick has out of wedlock is no one’s business.
If it ain’t broke don’t fix it! I have watched this show from the start. Not sure why now they have to make changes. There was nothing wrong with how it went before as far as I know. I will continue to watch because it is a favorite but not sure how I will like the change!
Masked Singer has been a hit so I hope they don’t ruin it by always changing it up
So NBC has messed with AGT and now Fox is messing with Masked Singer. So over these quick fire eliminations and short formats. Its frustrating. Wish they would stop messing with out favourite shows. I worry The Voice is next. I know in some countries they’ve cut the live shows completely.