Masked Singer UK Viewers Brand Show 'Rigged' After Shocking Double Elimination
Furious viewers of The Masked Singer have taken to social media in droves to accuse the ITV competition of being "rigged" following a controversial double elimination during Saturday night's episode. The dramatic unmaskings saw fan favourites Anton Du Beke and Kate Nash sent home, sparking an immediate backlash from audiences who claimed the "best singers" were unfairly ousted.
Saturday Night's Dramatic Double Unmasking
The latest instalment of the popular ITV series featured a panel including regular judges Maya Jama, Jonathan Ross, Mo Gilligan, and Davina McCall, who were joined by special guest panellist Perrie Edwards of Little Mix fame. The episode culminated in a tense double elimination, the first of the current series.
Following a studio audience vote that automatically eliminated Monkey Business for receiving the lowest public vote, the judges then opted to vote out Arctic Fox. This decision led to the revelation that Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke had been hiding behind the Arctic Fox mask, while singer Kate Nash, famous for her hit Foundations, was unveiled as the celebrity inside the Monkey Business costume.
Social Media Erupts With Fix Claims
Almost immediately after the broadcast concluded, disappointed fans flooded social media platforms with accusations that the competition was unfairly manipulated. One viewer expressed their frustration bluntly, writing: "Absolutely rigged."
Another questioned the judging logic, stating: "This whole thing is rigged. Why would you vote off Monkey Business and then go on to save Red Panda?" A third viewer echoed the sentiment, posting: "What what #maskedsingeruk this is stupid! Joke best singers eliminated!"
Further criticism came from viewers who couldn't understand why talented performers were being eliminated while others remained. One asked pointedly: "Why are all the good performers being unmasked and yet the others just because they are wearing a cute costume they stay?"
Standout Performances From Eliminated Stars
Both eliminated celebrities delivered memorable performances during their final appearances. Anton Du Beke gave what many considered a stunning rendition of Barbra Streisand's classic Woman in Love, showcasing unexpected vocal talent from the professional dancer. Meanwhile, Kate Nash delivered a powerful performance of Georgia Brown's As Long As He Needs Me, demonstrating her considerable singing ability.
The double elimination means Du Beke and Nash join a growing list of unmasked celebrities this series, which already includes revelations such as The One Show host Alex Jones, rapper Professor Green, Sex Pistols legend John Lydon, and last week's unveiling of Shakespears Sister vocalist Marcella Detroit.
The controversy has sparked widespread debate about the judging process and voting system on the popular Saturday night entertainment show, with many viewers calling for greater transparency in how decisions are made about which celebrities remain in the competition.
