February 8th 2025.
The latest episode of The Masked Singer has left fans reeling as two more celebrities were exposed in the semi-final. The show has already revealed some big names, such as Macy Gray as Toad in the Hole and Kate Garraway as Spag Bol. But the surprises didn't stop there. In last week's double elimination, Andrea Corr and Grayson Perry were unmasked as Snail and Kingfisher, respectively.
As the guessing game continued, judges Maya Jama, Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross, and guest star Richard E Grant shared their theories on the remaining masked singers - Wolf, Bush, Pufferfish, Dressed Crab, and Bear. And after some impressive performances, two of their true identities were finally revealed.
First up was Bear, who turned out to be none other than rapper Example, confirming Maya's earlier guess. Then, after one final round of singing, Dressed Crab, Wolf, and Pufferfish were announced as the finalists. And it was finally time for Bush to take off their mask and reveal their true identity.
And it was a shocker - none other than EastEnders legend Natalie Cassidy! As she bid farewell to the show, she shared her experience, saying, "It's been one of the best jobs I've ever done. Absolutely amazing. My fourteen-year-old daughter is either going to say, 'Mom, I'm really proud of you' or 'This is the most embarrassing thing for me ever'."
Fans had been guessing Natalie's identity for weeks, with some even predicting it from the beginning. And the clues throughout the series all made sense - the picture of Windsor Castle, a nod to Natalie's former co-star Dame Barbara Windsor, and the cotton plants in polka dot pots, a reference to her on-screen grandmother Dot Cotton. There were also hints at her time on Strictly Come Dancing in 2009, with references to dances like Viennese whirls, sticks of rock, and salsa verde.
Natalie is best known for her role as Sonia on EastEnders, and she has also appeared on shows like Celebrity Big Brother. But after 32 years on the soap, it was announced last month that she will be leaving the show. She said, "EastEnders is in my bones, so I will never forget where I started my career and I will continue to love the show."
After the big reveal, fans took to social media to shower Natalie with love, calling her a "legend" and an "icon". And while some were surprised, others had predicted it all along. Now, with Bear unmasked as Example, the final three - Dressed Crab, Wolf, and Pufferfish - will be competing for the winning title next week.
Last year's winner, Piranha, was revealed to be Danny Jones, who went on to win I'm A Celebrity. And with such big names being unmasked in the past, fans are eagerly waiting to see who will be crowned the winner this time.
The Masked Singer continues next week, and we can't wait to see what other surprises are in store. Do you have any guesses on who the remaining masked singers could be? Share your thoughts with us!
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