The identity of the Arctic Fox on The Masked Singer UK may have been rumbled by eagle-eyed viewers just moments into the character's debut performance. Fans are overwhelmingly pointing the finger at Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke, following a series of telling clues.
The Clues That Sparked The Speculation
Arctic Fox was one of five new contestants to take to the stage on Sunday, 4th January 2026, for the show's second heat. Before performing a rendition of Shirley Bassey's version of Get The Party Started, a set of cryptic clues was presented.
These included a film clapper, a pot of honey, and the statement that the celebrity had worn "many crowns" in their time. It was this final hint that sent social media into a frenzy, with viewers immediately linking it to the world of ballroom dancing.
Viewers and Judges Make Their Guesses
While the show's panel offered a range of guesses—from Glenn Close and Adam Lambert to Bimini Bon-Boulash and Joe Lycett—fans at home were forming a consensus. On social media platform X, one viewer declared: "Arctic Fox is Anton Du Beke and it's not even close."
Another stated confidently: "That’s Anton du Beke, I'm telling you now." The 48-year-old dancer and TV personality, best known for his long tenure on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, is now the bookies' favourite to be behind the elaborate fox mask.
Latest Unmaskings Shake Up The Competition
The new series, which began on Saturday 3rd January, has already seen two celebrities revealed. In the first episode, Alex Jones of The One Show was unmasked as Disc Jockey after performing Chappell Roan's Pink Pony Club.
Jones emotionally dedicated her performance to her children, stating she wanted to show them the value of "overcoming fear." The singer Anne-Marie was also revealed as Goldfish in a unique group performance, marking a first for the programme.
They join other unmasked contestants from the series opener. The competition continues with characters like Gargoyle, Red Panda, and the newly introduced Monkey Business, Teabag, Toastie, Yak, and Conkers all vying to keep their identities secret.
The Masked Singer continues on ITV1 and ITVX, with the guessing game captivating the nation once again as viewers and judges alike try to piece together the clues behind each bizarre costume.
