The stakes were higher than the enthusiasm that panel judge Ken Jeong showed on the second last episode of The Masked Singer Season 12, as the competition narrowed down to its final two contestants. In a nail-biting semifinal, Wasp and Buffalos secured their spots in the grand finale while AJ Michalka, revealed to be the voice behind Strawberry Shortcake, bid farewell to the competition.
The particular episode of The Masked Singer was unique because it featured three judges instead of the usual four. Rita Ora was absent owing to illness even as Nicole Scherzinger continues her season-long hiatus.
Trending
The episode saw the remaining masked performers battling it out in what turned out to be the closest margin of votes in the show's history. The contest culminated in a dramatic "Smack Royale" showdown between Buffalos and Strawberry Shortcake, with the harmonious Buffalos proving victorious over the sweet dessert-themed contestant.
Who was unmasked in Episode 11 of The Masked Singer?
The night of performances kicked off with a bang as the top three contestants joined forces for a show-stopping rendition of fun.'s "Some Nights," setting the bar high for the individual performances to follow. Buffalos charged onto the stage with Toto's "Africa," delivering what Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg dubbed a "GOAT performance by Buffalos."
Meanwhile, Wasp created quite the buzz on The Masked Singer with a soaring rendition of Benson Boone's "Beautiful Things," showcasing their signature falsetto that had Ken Jeong literally jumping onto his desk in excitement.
Strawberry Shortcake, later revealed to be AJ Michalka, poured her heart into Selena Gomez's "Lose You To Love Me," delivering what would become her final performance on the show. The choice of song proved particularly poignant given both Michalka and Gomez have Disney Channel backgrounds.
Despite the judges' wild guesses ranging from Joey King to Sarah Hyland, none managed to identify the former Disney star behind the Strawberry Shortcake facade in this episode of The Masked Singer.
The bottom two contestants faced off in a "Smack Royale" in a duet battle that would make the most seasoned reality show producer proud. Buffalos and Strawberry Shortcake went head-to-head on OneRepublic's "Counting Stars." Ultimately, Buffalos' harmonies proved unbeatable in the episode of The Masked Singer.
Final face-off in The Masked Singer finale
With AJ Michalka's elimination, the stage is set for an epic R&B showdown between Wasp and Buffalos. The finale promises to be "legendary," as host Nick Cannon teased, with te two remaining contestants having demonstrated exceptional vocal prowess throughout the season.
Adding an intriguing layer to the competition, both finalists apparently share a connection with Cannon, though the host remains tight-lipped about these relationships.
As we await the grand finale, one question remains: Will Wasp's smooth falsetto sting the competition, or will Buffalos stampede their way to victory? With Rita Ora's promised return to the judging panel next week and the two finalists pumped up for a face-off, the stage is set for what promises to be an unforgettable season finale.
The only certainty is that Ken Jeong will probably make at least one outlandishly incorrect guess before the winner is crowned — and we wouldn't have it any other way.
Season 12 of The Masked Singer continues to prove why it's one of television's most captivating reality competitions. From elaborate costumes to unexpected reveals and revelations, the show keeps audiences guessing and entertained.
AJ Michalka's unmasking added yet another surprise to this season's story, and anticipation is building up for the finale. Whether you're Team Wasp or Team Buffalos, one thing's certain: The season finale will be anything but ordinary.
Stay tuned for what promises to be a spectacular conclusion to an unforgettable season.
The Masked Singer airs on Fox on Wednesdays at 8 pm, and all episodes are available to stream on Hulu.
Reply
