Devoted fans of ITV's popular Saturday night guessing game, The Masked Singer, are expressing absolute certainty that they have successfully identified the celebrity behind the Moth costume. As the competition intensifies with the semi-finals approaching next week, speculation is reaching fever pitch across social media platforms.
Unmasking the Moth: The Case for Keisha
With only five costumed characters remaining in the contest, including Moth, viewers have meticulously analysed the clues presented during the performer's four appearances. A compelling consensus has emerged online, strongly suggesting that Sugababes founding member Keisha Buchanan, 41, is the talent beneath the elaborate moth wings and antennae.
Deciphering the Clues
Enthusiastic fans have taken to platforms like X (formerly Twitter) to share their detective work, connecting specific visual and verbal hints to Keisha's career. One viewer highlighted the significance of an 'angel cake' prop and 'baby wipes', cleverly linking them to the Sugababes' iconic 2002 album, Angels with Dirty Faces.
"Moth is definitely Keisha!" declared one social media user. "Cake = sugar. Wipes = baby wipes. SUGABABES!!!!!!!"
Another supporter elaborated: "The clue angel cake and wipes gives it away. They had an album Angels with Dirty Faces. It's so obvious!" This sentiment was echoed by numerous other comments simply stating "Keisha Buchanan" as the definitive answer.
Judicial Agreement
This public theory has found an ally on the show's panel. Judge Maya Jama has herself guessed Keisha Buchanan to be Moth on multiple occasions, adding professional credence to the widespread fan speculation. Keisha rose to prominence in the early 2000s as part of the successful girl group, alongside original members Siobhan Donaghy and Mutya Buena.
The Remaining Line-Up and Past Reveals
Moth is not the only character generating buzz. The other contestants battling for a place in the final are Can Of Worms, Conkers, Toastie, and Sloth. The series has already seen several high-profile unmaskings, including The One Show presenter Alex Jones, rapper Professor Green, and Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke.
Most recently, comedian Harry Hill was revealed to be the Red Panda, a identity that had been guessed by the panel several times prior to his elimination last Saturday.
The Ongoing Sloth Speculation
While Moth dominates current discussions, another character has previously been at the centre of intense viewer detective work. The energetic performances of Sloth have kept host Joel Dommett and judges Mo Gilligan, Davina McCall, Maya Jama, and Jonathan Ross thoroughly entertained.
A slew of clues—including tight-fitting exercise wear, handcuffs, snooker references, and hints about time spent in a jungle—have fuelled theories. However, it is the character's distinctive voice that has sparked a major online debate, with dozens of viewers insisting it sounds unmistakably like TV chef Jamie Oliver.
"I'm 99.9% sure Sloth is Jamie Oliver," asserted one fan on Reddit, while another noted, "You can hear his lisp in a few of the songs he's sung!" Some fans connected a clue signed 'GC' to Jamie Oliver's friend and mentor, chef Gennaro Contaldo.
An Alternative Theory for Sloth
Not everyone is convinced by the Jamie Oliver hypothesis. A compelling counter-theory points towards reality TV star Sam Thompson, the 2023 King of the Jungle from I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!. Proponents of this idea link the jungle clue directly to his TV victory.
Reddit users have constructed detailed cases, connecting Sloth's clues to Sam Thompson's career:
- The phrase "Good morning workout warriors" allegedly references his Love Island Morning After podcast and his publicised fitness journey.
- A "Guide to Manchester" clue is linked to his 2025 Soccer Aid charity walk from London to Manchester.
- Handcuffs are seen as a nod to a viral stunt where he was handcuffed to podcast co-host Pete Wicks.
- References to radio breakfast shows and DJs ("Spin Doctors") tie into his presenting role on Hits Radio.
- The song "Never Gonna Give You Up" was reportedly the anthem for his Soccer Aid challenge.
- Mantras like "Pain is temporary" and "Century Reps" are connected to his podcast milestones and personal slogans.
The mystery continues to captivate the nation as The Masked Singer builds towards its climax. Viewers will be watching closely to see if their deductions about Moth and Sloth prove correct. The show continues on ITV1 and ITVX this Saturday at 7pm.
