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Masked Singer fans convinced they’ve worked out the identity of Giant Joel days before the big reveal
The character has piqued the curiosity of fans, with many speculating it could be a huge sportsperson
THE MASKED Singer fans are convinced they've worked out the identity of Giant Joel, with just days to go until the big reveal.
ITV viewers are eagerly anticipating the upcoming series, set to premiere next Saturday, with Maya Jama joining the panel after months of excitement and speculation.
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But, in the meantime, this year's Christmas special has left them wondering who one mystery crooner is.
Joel Dommett was left stunned when show bosses surprised him with a massive doppelganger costume concealing a beloved celebrity inside.
For yesterday's festive special, Jennifer Saunders and Dawn French teamed up with regular judges Jonathan Ross and Mo Gilligan.
Davina McCall was said to be missing due to "diarrhoea" - with the comedy duo stepping in to replace her and Rita Ora, who has quit the show.
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The judges were tasked with figuring out which celebrities were hiding behind four new Christmas-themed mascots - Star, Christmas Cracker, Turkey Crown, and Nutcracker.
While the mystery star performed as Joel on the Boxing Day instalment, viewers will have to wait until the new series premieres on January 4 to find out who is behind the mask.
The character Giant Joel has piqued the curiosity of fans, with many speculating that it could be Olympic champ Mo Farah.
Taking to X, formerly, Twitter, users have shared their thoughts, with one writing: "Giant Joel mask is Mo Farah, but what’s the link between them 2?"
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Another added: "I think Giant Joel is @Mo_Farah!"
Someone else said: "An enjoyable #MaskedSingerUK Christmas special. I think Giant Joel may be Sir Mo Farah."
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One more concluded: "Giant Joel, Mo Farah gets my vote."
In another shock twist in the Boxing Day special, Davina McCall was unmasked as Star.
She stunned the panel with her impressive vocals, singing Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas followed by This Christmas.
And although the panel joked it was Davina, after a DVD clue, she managed to fool the panellists
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Host Joel even joked earlier in the episode that Davina had been texting him all day saying she had a bad tummy.
But while Davina played a blinder, it wasn't enough to beat Nutcracker, who was unmasked as Frankie Goes To Hollywood singer Holly Johnson.
Holly said: "I've enjoyed performing, I don't ever have to do panto now."
He also made a gag about "cracking Joel's nuts" after playing the Nutcracker.
Frankie Goes to Hollywood sprung onto the scene in 1980.
They were made up of Holly, Paul Rutherford, Mark O'Toole, Brian Nash and Peter Gill.
The group enjoyed such smash hits as Relax and The Power of Love.
Earlier in the special, Josie Gibson was the first to be unmasked as Christmas Cracker.
She commented that the task was "way out of my comfort zone".
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Next to be revealed was Turkey Crown, who was none other than Strictly judge Motsi Mabuse.
But fans will have to wait to find out the identity of Giant Joel.
The Masked Singer Judges and Host
The Masked Singer has been a smash-hit for ITV since launching in 2020. Here's a look at the show's familiar on air team.
Judges
Current:
- Jonathan Ross: Presenter and film critic Jonathan has been part of The Masked Singer since its first series.
- Davina McCall: Long Lost Family co-host Davina is also one of the show's original panellists.
- Mo Gilligan: Comedian and presenter Mo joined in series two, replacing US star Ken Jeong.
- Maya Jama: Love Island presenter Maya is set to join in series six, replacing Rita Ora.
Former:
- Rita Ora: Singer and actress Rita appeared as a judge for the first five series. Her departure from the show was confirmed in September 2024.
Host
Joel Dommett: Joel has presented every series of The Masked Singer so far.
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