The Masked Singer Semi-Final Eliminates Two Celebrities in Double Reveal
In a dramatic semi-final episode of The Masked Singer, two celebrities were unmasked in a double elimination, revealing radio host and former JLS singer Marvin Humes and broadcaster Ben Fogle. The ITV singing competition, hosted by Joel Dommett, saw both stars depart the show on Saturday night, with Humes eliminated as Can of Worms and Fogle earlier revealed as Sloth.
Marvin Humes Unmasked as Can of Worms
Marvin Humes, aged 40, was unmasked as Can of Worms, becoming the second contestant to be eliminated from the semi-final. Prior to his elimination, Humes performed two songs: a rendition of DJ Casper's Cha Cha Slide, followed by a version of Ordinary People by John Legend. Judge Mo Gilligan was the sole panel member to correctly identify Humes.
Following his unmasking, Humes expressed his gratitude, saying, "Been the best show I've been a part of. Thank you so much to everyone. It's been amazing." He later added, "What's really strange for me is I haven't sung by myself in a long time. I'm used to being with three other guys on stage and that's quite a comfort. A bit of security. Although I'm completely masked, it's still been quite strange being out on my own singing. Which I've enjoyed, and even when the mask came off, I fully enjoyed it. It was nice doing something by myself where singing was concerned. When the band (JLS) finished, I didn't really do any solo music that way, so yeah, it's been really cool." After he was unmasked, Humes also waved to the camera to his youngest kids, Valentina and Blake, who did not know he was performing on the show.
Ben Fogle Revealed as Sloth
Ben Fogle, aged 52, was eliminated earlier in the episode after being unmasked as Sloth. The English broadcaster and adventurer performed an enthusiastic rendition of We All Stand Together by Sir Paul McCartney and the Frog Chorus. Hosted by Joel Dommett, none of the judges, which consisted of comedian Katherine Ryan, who joined as a special guest, Gilligan, Jonathan Ross, Maya Jama, and Davina McCall, guessed correctly. Among the guesses the judges put forward were Made In Chelsea star Spencer Matthews, Gossip Girl actor Penn Badgley and financial journalist Martin Lewis.
Fogle described the experience as "so joyous" and "so fun" after he was unmasked. He said, "I am so happy to have got this far. I'm not a natural-born singer, but it's been so joyous. I think one of the reasons I really wanted to do this is that we so often stereotype people, and we make assumptions about who they are, what they can do, stick in your lane, but I think you reach a point in life when you can't take yourself too seriously."
Upcoming Finale and Show Details
The remaining contestants, Moth, Conker and Toastie, will perform again next week during the finale where their identities will be revealed. The Masked Singer returns on Saturday at 7pm on ITV and ITVX, promising more surprises and entertainment for viewers.
