The Masked Singer fever is officially back, and the internet is buzzing! After the premiere of the latest series of the hit ITV guessing game, speculation about the identities of the new masked celebrities has exploded, with one star in particular finding themselves at the center of the rumor mill. But who is it? And what clues are pointing everyone in their direction? Let's dive in!
This year's lineup of characters includes a colorful cast: Moth, Can of Worms, Red Panda, Conkers, Arctic Fox, Toastie, Monkey Business, Sloth, Gargoyle, and Teabag. Immediately, the character of Sloth has generated a flurry of online chatter, with many fans convinced they've already cracked the code.
Following Sloth's energetic first performance, complete with workout gear and a rendition of 'Break My Stride' by Matthew Wilder, social media lit up with guesses. The prime suspect? None other than I'm A Celeb's Sam Thompson!
And what did Sam himself have to say? Well, he's definitely fueling the fire! Taking to Instagram, he shared a clip of panelist Maya Jama, who previously thought he was a character on last year's show. Sam playfully wrote, "Looks like this is relevant again exactly a year on! Apparently I'm the sloth!" He then posted a cheeky video, raising his eyebrows and smiling into the camera, accompanied by a string of laughing emojis.
So, what are the clues that have everyone convinced? Let's take a look:
- The Outfit: The Sloth's costume is workout-themed, featuring fluorescent sweatbands, a mesh top, and a pink leotard.
- The Alarm Clock: The performance began with an alarm clock.
- The Statements: "I’m bringing fitness, fashion, and fierceness to the competition. I know how to represent in the gym and on the world stage."
- Jungle Vibes: The appearance of a jungle scene has many wondering if this is an I'm A Celebrity reference.
- Snooker Cues: A shot of snooker cues.
- Handcuffs: A pair of handcuffs in a puddle of water.
But here's where it gets controversial... While many are leaning towards Sam Thompson, other guesses for Sloth include Ben Fogle, Nitro from Gladiators, Roman Kemp, Jamie Laing, and Jordan North. Could the clues be misleading?
Meanwhile, the first celebrity to be unmasked was Disc Jockey, revealed to be The One Show host Alex Jones.
The Masked Singer returns to ITV tonight at 6:30 PM.
What do you think? Are you convinced Sam Thompson is the Sloth? Or do you have another celebrity in mind? Share your thoughts and theories in the comments below! We're eager to hear your guesses!
