Viewers of The Masked Singer expressed relief and excitement when Red Panda was unmasked as comedian Harry Hill during the latest episode. The popular ITV singing competition, which returned on January 3 with a fresh lineup of disguised celebrities, keeps audiences guessing as contestants perform in elaborate costumes.
Show Overview and Panel
The judging panel, featuring Jonathan Ross, Davina McCall, Maya Jama, and Mo Gilligan, along with home viewers, speculates on the hidden identities after each performance. To date, eliminated contestants revealed include Alex Jones, Professor Green, John Lydon, Marcella Detroit, Kate Nash, and Anton Du Beke.
In Saturday’s episode on January 31, the remaining performers—Red Panda, Moth, Can of Worms, Sloth, Conker, and Toastie—took the stage. Following the votes, Red Panda faced elimination and the big reveal, surprising the judges and audience alike by emerging as Harry Hill.
Fan Reactions on Social Media
The comedian’s identity had been a frequent guess in previous seasons, notably when Mo Gilligan suggested him for Kingfisher. Fans flooded X with celebratory posts, finally seeing their predictions come true.
One viewer shared: “Yess we finally got Harry #maskedsinger #maskedsingeruk.” Another added: “Finally I can stop guessing Harry Hill for every contestant ever. #TheMaskedSinger #TheMaskedSingerUK.” A third remarked: “It had to actually BE Harry Hill eventually.”
Enthusiasm poured in from others, with one fan noting: “Fantastic to see Harry Hill on #MaskedSingerUK – so entertaining as Red Panda! “What are the chances of that happening, eh?” I’m such a huge fan. I thought I could hear his voice and sense his energy but I had so many doubts – top disguise job.”
Additional reactions included: “#TheMaskedSinger Thats it. we can stop guessing Harry Hill for every contestant,” and “Harry Hill was amazing as Red Panda.” One user highlighted the humor: “It’s funnier considering so many contestants have sounded like Harry Hill in the past that he finally decides to go on himself #maskedsinger #maskedsingeruk.”
Unexpected Guesses
Not all predictions aligned; some viewers had pegged Red Panda as Alan Carr. One posted: “Harry hill I thought it was Alan carr lol #themaskedsinger.” Another said: “Red Panda sounds so much like Alan Carr tonight that either he is Alan Carr or he can do a very good Alan Carr impression.” A third admitted: “Harry Hill Nooooo I was convinced it was Alan brilliant Harry.”
