The Masked Singer season 12: Everything we know so far

The highly anticipated and thrilling The Masked Singer is gearing up to return on FOX. The show is scheduled to premiere on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at 8:00 pm EST. The excitement, vibrancy, and mysterious aspects of the show will carry on, just like the previous edition. This season, the audience will witness Rita Ora on the panel for the second time after she replaced Nicole Scherzinger in the 11th installment of the show.

The Masked Singer season 12’s premiere date was announced via Instagram, featuring a group photo of celebrity panelists Robin Thicke, Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, and the latest member of the panel, Rita Ora. The caption on the post got the fans riled up in the comment section. The caption read:

"Season 12, how you doin'? #TheMaskedSinger returns Wednesday, September 25 on @foxtv!"

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The Masked Singer season 12: Production, Ambassadors program, and more explored

This month will bring sneak peeks about the format of the show, details about the masks and themes, and more. According to On Camera Audiences, the official ticket source for The Masked Singer, the shoot of the 12th season took place from June 6 to June 26, 2024, at Red Studios in Los Angeles.

The idea behind the upcoming season is still the same. It will serve the same vibrant and energetic performances from various celebrities in extravagant costumes. Using various hints from the songs and the costume itself, the celebrity judge panel will attempt to determine the identity of the 'Masked Singer.' Each judge will cast a vote for the singer they like best. The singer who receives the fewest votes at the end of the week will be eliminated.

Fans can expect the same thrill from the upcoming edition of the popular show. The audience is set to witness celebrity reveals and exceptional performances as advertised by FOX on their site.

Dick Van Dyke in season 9 of the show. (Image via YouTube/@The Masked Singer)

The new Masked Ambassadors program for this season will see the mentorship of new candidates by past contestants like Dick Van Dyke, Jewel, Ne-Yo, and DeMarcus Ware. Extra excitement will be added to the battle with the reintroduction of themed evenings based on Miley Cyrus, Barbie, and Footloose, among others.

Academy Award-winning costume designer Tim Chappel is set to return to The Masked Singer season 12. Chappel, known for his extravagant designs for the reality show, has crafted memorable costumes which were able to hide the celebrities' identities and consistently engage audiences. Also returning this season is the show's host Nick Cannon.

The reality show has become a beloved fixture on TV, known for its unique blend of elements from American Idol, The Voice, and Dancing with the Stars. The show has won two Emmy Awards for its outstanding costume design and remains a fan favorite for its surprising reveals and addictive format.

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The Masked Singer season 11 recap

Vanessa Hudgens as Goldfish (Image via YouTube/@The Masked Singer)

In the previous season, Vanessa Hudgens dazzled as Goldfish, taking home the trophy, while Scott Porter charmed everyone as Gumball, securing the runner-up spot. Vanessa Hudgens expressed her delight in being part of the show while giving the panel her clue before her performance, stating,

"It’s not really something I grew up around. But lately, I have been on a journey of self-discovery, and being here, I’ve been able to express myself so freely."

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Fans can catch season 12 on FOX or stream it on Hulu from September 25, with each episode promising more jaw-dropping performances and thrilling discoveries.