Spoiler alert: If you have not seen “The Masked Singer,” “Quarterfinals: Final Four” Season 11, Episode 10, which aired May 8 on Fox, do not read above.
„This Is Us” star Chrissy Metz knew „The Masked Singer” would be a challenge. But that’s why the Mets, the latest celebrity to emerge in Wednesday night’s quarterfinals, figured they should.
„When I watch the show, when I see my friends or colleagues on the show, how do they do that?” said Metz, who appeared as a moth to a poodle. „It was harder than I thought it would be. I know it’s going to be trying because it’s enough to stand on stage and sing. But wanting to wear a big dress, not really knowing where you’re going, and having to lead people in front of a live audience and lights, all of that is a lot of pressure. Of course, because I’m a singer, I don’t want to fall on my face. I don’t even know if I can do this. I don’t think people realize it, but you keep going , prepare as much as you can, and then try to have as much fun as you can.
The Mets sang „Price Tag” by Jessie J this week. But he said Variety Miranda Lambert’s „The House That Built Me” is her favorite performance because it’s personal. „It’s one of my favorite Miranda songs,” he said. „I really relate to that song. Especially recently, because we were my family renovating my childhood home and they were going to sell it. So it was very timely.
For Poodle Moth, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg got it right with Chrissy Metz. Rita Ora guessed Faith Hill. Robin Thicke went with Shania Twain. Ken Jeong said it was Melissa McCarthy.
The two lowest voted singers were Poodle Moth and Gumball. The two later faced off on SmackDown, each performing their own version of „If I Could Turn Back Time” by Cher. Gumball won and will join Goldfish and Clockwork in next week’s semi-finals.
Chrissy Metz as Poodle Moth Corey Feldman (Seal) and Clay Aiken/Reuben Studdard (Beats), Jennifer Lewis (Miss Cleopatra), Kate Flannery (Starfish), Charlie Wilson (Ugly Sweater), DeMarcus Ware (Koala), Love Bird ), Cisco ( Lizard ), Billy Bush ( Sir Lion ), Joe Bastianich ( Spaghetti & Meatballs ), Savannah Chrisley ( Afghan Hound ) and Kevin Hart ( The Book ) unmasked this season in „The Masked Singer.”
Returning for Season 11 is host Nick Cannon, along with cast members Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Ken Jeong and Robin Thicke, with Rita Ora joining the table to fill in for Nicole Scherzinger, who was in London to star in the West End’s „Sunset Boulevard.”
„The Masked Singer” Season 11 features themed episodes including „The Wizard of Oz” to celebrate the classic film’s 85th anniversary; Musical tributes including „Transformers” (marking the brand’s 40th anniversary) and „Billy Joel Night” and „Queen Night.” Additional themes include “Girl Groups,” “The Soundtrack of My Life,” “TV Theme Night” and “Shower Anthem.”
With a total of sixteen popular singers, including three „wild cards,” Season 11 features new costumes including „Gumball,” „Lizard,” „Ugly Sweater,” „Goldfish,” „Starfish,” „Book,” „Gumball,” „Miss Cleopatra.” ,” “Open Hound,” “Beats,” “Poodle Moth,” “Clock,” “Spaghetti & Meatballs,” “Lizard,” “Koala,” “Seal” and “Sir Lion.” According to the show, the Season 11 contestants boast a combined 22 Grammy nominations, 11 platinum albums, 33 Teen Choice nominations, 108 million records sold, 326 film appearances and 1.7 billion Spotify streams.
This means Group B winner Gumball, Group A winner Goldfish and Group C’s Poodle Moth and Clock will face off in the quarter-finals.
Here are the performances from Wednesday’s episode 10, “Quarterfinals: Final Four”:
Goldfish, „The Masked Singer” (Michael Becker/FOX)
Goldfish (Group A Champion)
Song: „Unforgettable” by Nat King Cole
The team guesses: Nicole Scherzinger, Hilary Duff, Julianne Hough
Phone Message Note: “Hey babe, I’m so happy to see you thriving in this tournament. But honestly, I know you always will. You never back down from a challenge and you love to perform live.
Package Voiceover: “It feels incredible to be a Group A winner. The best part of being here is doing what I love. I feel like I’ve been through a lot in my career. When you’re young and suddenly a role model, there’s a lot of pressure to live up to expectations. And grow before the whole world. People wanted me to be one thing: perfect. But perfect is impossible. I am flexible. In Hollywood, you have to keep reinventing yourself. We are never the same from our teenage years to adulthood. And thank God! Tonight I sing 'Unforgettable’. Getting to the semi-finals would mean the world to me. Because they say goldfish don’t have great memories, this experience was one I’ll never forget.
Previous Songs: „Vampire” by Olivia Rodrigo, „Baby Come Back” by Blair; „The Show Must Go On” by Queen
The previous group guesses: Lea Michele, Selena Gomez, Carly Rae Jepson, Sarah Hyland, Kristen Stewart, Nina Dobrev, Hilary Duff, Vanessa Hudgens
Gumball, „The Masked Singer” (Michael Becker/Fox)
Gumball (Group B Champion)
Song: „I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz
The team guesses: James van der Beek, Derek Hough, Taran Gillam
Phone Message Note: “Hi, Gumball, this is your wife, Mrs. Gumball. I am so proud of you. Seeing yourself on that stage reminds me of the time you spent on Broadway. You’re really back in your element, I’m excited to see.
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Package Voiceover: “I’m still surprised that I made it to the quarter-finals. I wasn’t kidding when I said I doubt I belong on this platform. I think that’s what got me down in the first round. But it became the realization that I needed to dig deeper. I think the more self-doubt I had, the more fight I had. Being an athlete, I felt like I was back on the field. I felt it was time to leave everything on stage. That’s why I sing 'I’m yours’ tonight. My battle cry for this match. I’m all in. I am yours.
Previous Songs: „If I Only Had a Heart” by Jack Haley; „wide open spaces” by chicks; „Carry on Wayward Son” by Kansas
The previous group guesses: Chace Crawford, Kevin Jonas, Jamie Dornan, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Derek Hough, Taran Gillum, Jack Black, Zachary Levy, James Marston
Clock, „The Masked Singer” (Michael Becker/Fox)
Clock (Group C Champions)
Song: „Get On Your Feet” by Gloria Estefan
The team guesses: Stephanie Mills, Sister Sledge, Shirley Bassey
Phone Message Note: “Hi mom, you never cease to amaze me. I have seen you perform thousands of times. I know you’re nervous tonight, but remember, you’re performing for the Pope! Ken Jeong must be a piece of cake.
Package Voiceover: “To be in the quarter-finals as Group C champions is incredible. And winning against all these young whippersnappers made this watch even more shocking. When I was a kid, everyone loved my singing. Until I tell them I want to do it for a living. Suddenly, it’s all, 'What? Are you crazy?!’ You see, I was a young mother, and it was my own mother who was most concerned. She said, 'How are you going to take care of these kids and sing in nightclubs?’ But that all changed one night when she saw me sing. She was mesmerized. From that moment on, it was a family affair. She helped where she could and now my son works with me on tour. It is because of their support that I have been able to stand on my feet all these years. Tonight, I plan to put you on your feet. Because this watch is making it to the semi-finals!”
Previous Songs: „Piano Man” by Billy Joel; „Good Times,” Blinky and Jim Gilstrap; „Respect” by Aretha Franklin
The previous group guesses: Anita Baker, Evelyn Champagne King, Diana Rose, Stephanie Mills, Debbie Allen, Janet Jackson, Tina Knowles, Denise Williams
Poodle Moth, „The Masked Singer” (Michael Becker/Fox)
Poodle Moth (Group C Panel Save)
Song: Jesse J. „Price Tag” by Adi Pop
The team guesses: Chrissy Metz, Sheryl Crow, Riley Keough
Phone Message Note: From her sister, „Oh, Poodle Moth. Is there anything you can’t do? Seriously, from acting in that costume to getting a Golden Globe nomination, your talents are endless. Keep singing your heart out. I love you to the moon.”
Package Voiceover: „I was very disappointed when I lost Battle Royale. So when the whole team saved me, I was so grateful. Being saved reminds me of another time in my life when I was saved when I needed it the most. Before my big break, I had no money. A credit card interest Also had to get debt collectors. I was close enough to ignore it for a while. And thank you. I got my big break and the rest is history. Now here I am on a really cool stage, singing my heart out as an adorable poodle. And I’ve learned that you can’t put a price on fate.
Previous Songs: „Just the Way You Are” by Billy Joel; „Unwritten,” Natasha Bedingfield; „The House That Built Me” by Miranda Lambert
The previous group guesses: Trisha Yearwood, Wynonna Judd, Rita Wilson, Melissa McCarthy, Lauren Graham, Connie Britton, Sharon Stone, Brooke Shields, Shania Twain
Last season starred Ne-Yo as Cow, John Schneider as Donut, Macy Gray as Queen of the Sea and Jenelle Parrish as Anteater, Keyshia Cole as Candelabra, Sebastian Bach as Dicky, Ginuwine as Husky and Ashley Parker as Angel Ace. Also, Meta World Peace as the Cuddle Monster, Luan de Lesseps as Hibiscus, Tyler Posey as the Hawk, Billy Jean King as the Royal Hen, Michael Rappaport as the Pickle, Tom Sandoval as the Diver, Anthony Anderson as the Rubber Ducky and one time special guest Demi Lovato as Anonymous.
Fox Alternative Entertainment is behind „The Masked Singer,” produced by showrunner James Breen, Craig Plestis and Nick Cannon. The series is based on a South Korean format created by Mun Hwa Broadcasting Corporation.