Breaking down all of “The Masked Singer” season 10 clues
Warning: This article contains spoilers for The Masked Singer season 10.
Welcome back, armchair detectives!
The Masked Singer has officially returned for its major 10th season, and while the zany celeb singing show is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the milestone, one thing never changes — the clues!
The show is, after all, ultimately a guessing game, and to help viewers in their quest to uncover all of the contestants' true identities, the series once again features clue packages and onstage clues to help. Each week, EW will keep track of it all, and will update the list below with new clues, hints said on stage, songs performed, and the judges' guesses.
Without further ado, here's everything you need to know about each of the season 10 contestants revealed so far. Can you figure out who's under the mask?
Michael Becker/FOX Sea Queen on 'The Masked Singer'
Who is Sea Queen?
Clues for Sea Queen:
"When I got asked to appear as the Sea Queen on Harry Potter Night as a wildcard, I said, 'Great! Sign me up,' because I've always been a bit of a wildcard in life," she says to start the first clue package
Says her first job was giving museum tours at 14, but she got fired
Then, she got into a "fancy boarding school" because she was "a smart cookie" — but she got kicked out of that, too
"But all the wild twists and turns have made me the triple threat that I am today — comedy, writing, singing, I've done it all"
These days, she's prepping "for a new tour," she says
A brown leather handbag with four female silhouettes on it, a black widow, a royal crown, multiple trains, and a blue CD player next to a birdcage all appear in the first clue package
On stage:
First performance: "Love Potion No. 9" by The Searchers
Harry Potter Night clue: The Sorting Hat says, "Cunning, shrewd, mmmm let's see… Slytherin!" Of it, she says, "Slytherin makes sense for me. I've always been clever in my career. You never know what genre you'll catch me in next."
Judges' guesses for Sea Queen: Erykah Badu, Queen Latifah, Jenifer Lewis
Michael Becker / FOX Husky on 'The Masked Singer'
Who is Husky?
Clues for Husky:
"The Husky is one of the world's most majestic creatures; they're known to have battled all sorts of landscapes and elements. But they're actually also extremely energetic, aware, and loving — just like me," he says to start the first clue package
When he first entered the scene, he had "a strange effect on the female species"
He says they would shower him with love and their "underthings" on stage
Despite the attention, he says he was "totally loyal — a family dog," more interested in that than the "trappings of fame"
"While I've gotten on in dog years, I'm ready to bring my boundless energy, talent, and doggone dopeness to The Masked Singer stage"
A cry-face emoji snowball, a snowy forest, a bunch of dogs going gaga for Husky on stage, dog collars thrown on stage, a carousel, Mother Nature from season 6 (a.k.a. Vivica A. Fox), and a chocolate bar all appear in the first clue package
"As a young pup, I was picked on a lot. Other kids were always giving me a hard time and calling me skinny, so I retreated," he says to start the second clue package
He started working out on his "magical arts" and went from a "skinny boy to a husky man"
"Soon, all those ole naysayers saw my rise to the top dog, but, confession: Despite all the love, and inspiring some lovemaking, to this day I still don't feel like I've made it"
To him, he is still that little puppy with a dream, trying to make something of himself
So now he wants to win The Masked Singer to prove to himself he can do anything
A little outcast puppy surrounded by three "bullies," a globe on a stone, a red rose, a panting puppy, three king of hearts cards, and the Golden Mask trophy in the stars all appear in the second clue package
On stage:
First performance: "Bennie and the Jets" by Elton John
Elton John Night clue: A man riding a rocket. Of it, he says, "Well, I skyrocketed up the charts and landed on this platinum album."
Second performance: "Super Freak" by Rick James
Harry Potter Night clue: The Sorting Hat says, "Just and loyal, true, yes, clearly… Hufflepuff!" Of it, he says, "Aw man, I actually had a feeling I'd be the Hufflepuff because of my connection to Mr. Puff himself, P. Diddy."
Judges' guesses for Husky: Babyface, Terrence Howard, Morris Chestnut, Tank, Ginuwine, Brian McKnight
Michael Becker / FOX Tiki on 'The Masked Singer'
Who is Tiki?
Clues for Tiki:
"From as far back as I can remember, I've always wanted to be a rockstar. As a kid, I knew I had the pipes, so when my dream came true it made perfect sense," he says to start the first clue package
The package is themed like an MTV show called "Behind the Tiki"
He got to sell millions of records, travel the world, and party with some of music's biggest names
But, he was "a stiff drink with a loose mouth" and he got into trouble because of it
His friend, Pineapple, says he rubbed people the wrong way, so it was no surprise some people wanted to "rum punch him in the face"
He feared his career would be "poured down the drain" but he cleaned up his act instead and "stepped out on my own and showed I'm still at the top of my game"
A black and white scene featuring a trashed room, with him passed out on the couch, and a chimp with a birthday hat looking on is shown
An alarm that says "snooze," a globe, a skull, a monkey, a trashed room, Tiki rocking out on stage, and a recording studio all appear in the first clue package
"There comes a time in every rocking tropical cocktail's life where they need to decide what comes next: Do you let yourself get watered down? Or do you change with the tides," he says to start the second clue package
He's shown snoozing in a closed bar
Says he decided to put his partying lifestyle on "the back burner" and his family "on tap"
He used to party til 6 a.m., now he says that's when his alarm goes off so he can take his kid to school, which makes him "emotional" to think about
"I definitely don't want tonight to be my last call, so when I get out on stage, you're gonna see that this Tiki is still on the rocks!"
A piano, a beer tap, a grandfather clock in a trash bin, a tissue box with a sad face on it, and five tropical Tiki drinks all appear in the second clue package
On stage:
First performance: "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" by Elton John
Elton John Night clue: One of the Men in Black playing "I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues." Of it, he says, "If you're ever feeling bluesy, you can come to me for a good laugh."
Second performance: "Magic" by Pilot
Harry Potter Night clue: The Sorting Hat says, "Brave at heart, daring… better be Gryffindor!" Of it, he says, "You gotta be brave to be front and center on the types of stages I command."
Judges' guesses for Tiki: John Stamos, David Lee Roth, Robert Plant, Dave Grohl, Jon Bon Jovi
Michael Becker / FOX Gazelle on 'The Masked Singer'
Who is Gazelle?
Clues for Gazelle:
"Like a Gazelle, I've always leapt head-first into opportunities to be on the stage," she says to start the first clue package
Says she saw a Broadway show at age 6 that inspired her to perform, and later she took part in a "national talent competition" as a teen
She's shown doing cheer moves in front of a judge
A gazelle in a Hawaiian shirt boos her
"It was super bad, and made me almost swear off singing for good, but music was always my first love"
With the show, she's excited to face her fears behind the Gazelle mask
A sign that says "Auditions today," a poster that says "Hello Doll! Starring Gazelle," pom-poms, three statues of bulldogs, and a desert landscape all appear in the first clue package
"I'm ready to tackle the competition because I am feeling right at home here on this stage. There were a lot of times I didn't know if there was a place for me in the entertainment industry," she says to start the second clue package
She was pressured to change her name at 8 years old to "blend in more with the herd"
"Casting directors couldn't figure out where I fit because of my unique look"
She wondered if she could be herself and pursue her passions but "fortunately, the world is changing, and there are more opportunities every day"
Says she's proud of her heritage and proud to blaze a trail for little girls who look like her
A picture of a young Gazelle in a hula skirt and lei, a sign that says "threat level: 3" on it, a test with an "A" grade on it, a surfboard, and an oasis in the desert all appear in the second clue package
To start the third clue package, she talks about how much she loves this costume and how she started crying when she first saw it
"Deer are really meaningful to me because they are a symbol of someone I loved and lost"
One of the most important people to her and her husband passed away unexpectedly right before their wedding
"We somehow carried on with the wedding, but it was all a blur, except during our vows when suddenly rain started pouring down on us"
"When I put on the Gazelle mask, I carry his adventurous spirit with me and I know he's a part of my secret to success here"
A mouse, a bouquet of pink flowers, a dog tag that says "Masked Singer Season 10 Private Identity," and a rainstorm all appear in the third clue package
On stage:
First performance: "Uninvited" by Alanis Morissette
On stage clue: A vinyl record that says "movie soundtrack" on it. Of it, she says, "Not only do I act in movies, I also sing in them."
Second performance: "The One That Got Away" by Katy Perry
NFL Night clue: A football that says "villain" on it. Of it, she says, "I'm not actually a villain, but I can play the part. Gazelle's got range!"
Third performance: "Lucky" by Britney Spears
2000s Night clue: A DVD for a movie called "Gazellez Love Story." Of it, she says, "The 2000s are a special time for me because it was when I had my film debut."
Judges' guesses for Gazelle: Camila Mendes, Lucy Hale, Vanessa Hudgens, Leighton Meester, Constance Wu, Auliʻi Cravalho, Mandy Moore, Hilary Duff, Ashley Tisdale
Michael Becker / FOX S'more on 'The Masked Singer'
Who is S'more?
Clues for S'more:
"Gather around campers for the tale of the swashbuckling S'more. Just like this many-layered dessert forged in fire, my life has been all about blazing my own trail," he says to start the first clue package
Says he started out on a "rocket to fame" from "obscurity to major heartthrob status in a matter of weeks"
Millions cheered him on step-by-step until he became a household name
Traveled a lot, "making headlines with fellow adventurers and idols" — it was "bliss" to him
"Hung up my cape" but was still hungry for a new journey, so that's why he's on Masked Singer
He's shown in a forest, at a rocket launch, climbing a snowy mountain, riding on a boat, and hanging out on a beach
A rocket launch, an icy tip jar, a Chicago deep dish pizza, "Masked soda" with a klieg light on the can, and a Christmas tree with an angel on top all appear in the first clue package
"I was born for the fearless life in the spotlight, but my father was afraid to lose his son to the fantastical world of fame," he says to start the second clue package
When he was in high school, he had an opportunity to work with "an industry legend" but his dad told him to turn it down, so he made the hard decision to move out instead
"Years down the road, I conquered the Broadway stage — a lifelong goal"
Says he didn't think it could get any better, until one day after curtain call, he saw his dad backstage
"Hearing him say he was proud of me was really the biggest win I could ask for, so dad, this one's for you"
A witch's cauldron, an old timey TV with an "M" on it, a photo of his dad with a bushy mustache and a frown, a game console, and a photo of his dad with a bushy mustache and a smile all appear in the second clue package
"[The 2000s], my decade, baby! Hanging out on the set of TRL, my music videos playing on MTV, and most importantly, the birth of my child," he says to start the third clue package
Says learning to be a dad while touring the world was "intense," and he learned he wanted his child to have a constant support in its life
So, he took a step back from performing so that he "could stay in one place"
"Being on stage again feels extra special because they get to see me back in my element. I'm so proud to be their dad, and I hope they're proud of me tonight"
Carson Daly, blue sunglasses, a tour bus for the "2005 Roasted Tour," and a can of hairspray all appear in the third clue package
On stage:
First performance: "Slow Hands" by Niall Horan
On stage clue: A film reel "starring S'more." Of it, he says, "As you can tell, I'm very talented on and off stage."
Second performance: "Moves Like Jagger" by Maroon 5
NFL Night clue: An orange. Of it, he says, "I've tasted victory before and it's so sweet. I hope to do so again here at The Masked Singer."
Third performance: "Hey There Delilah" by Plain White T's
2000s Night clue: A map of the US with the "S'more Bros 2000 Tour" routes on it. Of it, he says, "2000s were a busy time for me. I was busy touring with my bros."
Judges' guesses for S'more: Joey McIntyre, Justin Guarini, Kevin Richardson, JC Chasez, Simu Liu, Jordan Knight, James Marsden, Rob Thomas, Ashley Parker Angel
Michael Becker / FOX Cow on 'The Masked Singer'
Who is Cow?
Clues for Cow:
"Cows like me don't often make it out of their pen. When I was younger I felt destined to stay home and live out a simple life in black and white," they say to start the first clue package
Knew they wanted to stand out and had dreams of being "a big star"
Say they had trouble handling their emotions until they discovered they could write and put that emotion on the page
"After that, everything changed. The gift eventually led me to No. 1. I won Grammys, traveled the world, and made hit after hit after hit. I guess you could say I was kind of my own cash cow!"
They say they were always meant to live in color, which they're bringing to TMS: "There's no one but me"
Baking supplies, a "two-step coffee," a calendar set on July 4, a book called "Classic Culinary Cuisine for Cows" with a cake recipe, a Las Vegas fridge magnet, and a strawberry cake with aviator wings on top all appear in the first clue package
"Tonight I'm honored to be part of NFL Night, even though I don't have many memories of watching the big game with my dad — he wasn't really around and I didn't have a lot of positive male role models growing up," he says to start the second clue package
Says he was raised in a house of all women who made him the "sensitive cow" that he is
Now as a parent he knows the "value of being present" for his kids
"I've always achieved a lot of success in my life but my greatest accomplishment has always been my kids"
Says it's easy to get overwhelmed by the "smoke and mirrors of fame" but he's a "family cow first" and will think of them when on stage
Boxing gloves with a down arrow on them, a photo of his mom with a wizard hat on, five baby cows, a crayon drawing of a red heart, and a ringing cowbell all appear in the second clue package
"I feel absolutely psyched to be here for 2000s Night, because that's the decade it all started for me," he says to start the third clue package
Says he and his friends packed up a van and went to the Capitol Records building in Hollywood determined to get a record deal
They performed in the parking lot on top of a van and security kicked them out, but they kept coming back
Today, his pic hangs in the hall at Capitol Records "and the big-wigs see me all the time"
"One thing's for sure, this cow isn't coming home any time soon, moooo"
A newspaper called the Daily Moos with the headline "Dairy Today International Ewes," a scrapbook with a pic of Cow and a green van, a gavel, a picture of Capitol Records, and a birthday cake with one candle on it all appear in the third clue package
On stage:
First performance: "Bones" by Imagine Dragons
On stage clue: A blockbuster movie ticket. Of it, they say, "One of the better things known about me all started with a moooovie."
Second performance: "Treasure" by Bruno Mars
NFL Night clue: Tap shoes. Of it, he says, "Much like a Super Bowl Halftime Show, I am known for my killer moves."
Third performance: "Cry Me a River" by Justin Timberlake
2000s Night clue: A banner for "Moooosical." Of it, he says, "The 2000s were really really good to me, so much in fact that I got to star in a moooosical."
Judges' guesses for Cow: Shawn Stockman, Usher, Leslie Odom Jr., Trey Songz, Ne-Yo, Mario, Nelly, Jason Derulo, Taye Diggs
Michael Becker / FOX Hawk on 'The Masked Singer'
Who is Hawk?
Clues for Hawk:
"As a young bird, I was always hanging out with adults and grew up pretty fast into the family business," he says to start the first clue package, which is set in the "Masked Singer Hawkpocalypse"
Says he was "a total reject" until he heard a sound that changed his life "in the blink of an eye"
It was heavy guitar chords — "it got my teen heart beating; this fast, raw music blew up my world"
In the fallout, he got "boards, braun and bruises" and he built his own voice in his own way, and had the time of his life touring
"I found my power in grimy buses and hot parking lots. I've never been happier among my clique, and I realized being a reject is totally fine by me"
A full moon, a desert highway, massive speakers, a treasure chest, a "Greetings from New York" postcard, and an electric guitar with fire coming out of it all appear in the first clue package
"Not too long ago, someone close to me lost her battle with cancer. She was my support system and my best friend," he says to start the second clue package
He says after she died nothing seemed to matter and he "sunk into a deep well of loneliness and depression"
But he realized this person wouldn't want him to live like that, so he decided to "open up about [his] feelings" and "got help"
"I've learned that while the pain will never go away, it lessens. And now I hope to inspire others that no matter how dark things may get, there's always a way to find some light again"
A stethoscope, a constellation map with the word "teen" and slash marks going through it, a cursed-looking book that says "Don't Open" on it, a message from Mama Hawk that says "I will always love you, come see me," and a telescope that reveals a Hawk constellation all appear in the second clue package
On stage:
First performance: "Saturday Night's Alright (for Fighting)" by Elton John
Elton John Night clue: A picture of Miley Cyrus. Of it, he says, "Just like the great Elton John, I, too, have collaborated with Miley Cyrus and I loved every second of it."
Second performance: "Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic" by The Police
Harry Potter Night clue: The Sorting Hat says, "Ah, yes, a ready mind… you belong in Ravenclaw!" Of it, he says, "It makes a lot of sense that I'm in Ravenclaw because I was a good student, or at least you saw me on TV pretending to be."
Judges' guesses for Hawk: Cole Sprouse, Pete Wentz, Corey Feldman, Chad Michael Murray, Austin Butler, Ryan Phillippe, Andrew Garfield, Billie Joe Armstrong
Michael Becker / FOX Royal Hen on 'The Masked Singer'
Who is Royal Hen?
Clues for Royal Hen:
"For the first time ever, the Royal Hen is set to hold court. A true trailblazer, she is famous for championing equal opportunities for all and has made it her royal mission to be a voice for the voiceless," the narrator says in the first clue package, which is coronation-themed
Her road to stardom was "wrought with prejudice" but she was "no chicken" and "entered the ring bravely"
She proved to her "90 million subjects" that she was worthy of the crown
She's shown fighting and besting a giant bear, using a football silver platter to knock it out
"Having inspired a new flock of birds, her name is etched in history"
A silver platter with a football on it, a giant brown bear, a throne, a "royal stadium hotdog," and the Eiffel Tower all appear in the first clue package
On stage:
First performance: "Philadelphia Freedom" by Elton John
Elton John Night clue: A giant, sparkly, red heart with a medal on it. Of it, she says, "This is when I won the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Obama."
Judges' guesses for Royal Hen: Gloria Steinem, Rita Moreno, Billie Jean King
Royal Hen Unmasked: Billie Jean King
FOX Pickle on 'The Masked Singer'
Who is Pickle?
Clues for Pickle:
"To be honest with you, I never imagined myself dressing up as a pickle singing center stage, but now that I'm here, this wild boy's planning on winning," he says to start the first clue package
Says he's learned to never count himself out
"When I was a young gherkin, all my teachers thought I was nothin' — said I was a hyper, disruptive kid who had no interest in anything but sports"
He's shown spray painting in a classroom
He says it was decided that he was a "bad boy with no future"
But when he found his "true passion" he became laser-focused and reached "massive success, rubbing elbows with some of the most famous people on earth" — name drops Quentin Tarantino, Martin Scorsese, and Martin Short
He's shown on stage with roses being thrown at his feet
His mouth still gets him into "beef," but that "hyper, disruptive kid" became a "super successful, hyper, disruptive adult"
A card with a joker on it, a graffiti pickle on a chalkboard, a recording mic and headphones, photos of Tarantino, Scorsese and Short, and a scoreboard for The Masked Singer Sharks all appear in the first clue package
"It feels fitting to be here during 2000s Night, the decade when internet beef was born. Look, I'm outspoken, and I've gotten into a few fights you may have heard about," he says to start the second clue package
Says he's butted heads with NBA players, Real Housewives, directors, movie stars, bloggers, and an entire online publication
Says having public feuds is performance art that he's perfected, but he's always open to reconciliation
He's shown hugging a production assistant who has thick, curly, reddish hair
His advice to anyone who wants to "pickle" a fight with him: "Take a chill pill"
A police car, a baseball, a metal cage, a punching bag, and the Panther mask from season 8 (a.k.a. Montell Jordan) all appear in the second clue package
On stage:
First performance: "Pinball Wizard" by The Who
NFL Night clue: An "on air" sign on top of a grill. Of it, he says, "When I speak, people listen. Are you listening, Ken? Ken, are you listening? I get paid a lot to talk, so pay attention, Kenny." He also says he knows each and every one of the panelists, "just a little bit different," and he's bringing that "BDE – big dill energy." "Just like Nick, that BPE — big pickle energy," he adds.
Second performance: "Beverly Hills" by Weezer
2000s Night clue: A bunch of pickles with wigs on, labeled "Friends." Of it, he says, "I've done so many things for so many years, and people always associate me with my famous friends."
Judges' guesses for Pickle: Craig Kilborn, Dax Shepard, Conan O'Brien, Howard Stern, Charlie Sheen, Sean Penn, Joel McHale
Pickle Unmasked: Michael Rapaport
Michael Becker / FOX Diver on 'The Masked Singer'
Who is Diver?
Clues for Diver:
"Diving into a completely different persona feels like a nice escape. I've been everyone's favorite person to hate, and to be honest, I get it," he says to start the first clue package
Says he's the first to admit he's made mistakes but he "did it for love"
He says it hurts when people judge him and don't know him and he becomes a "scapegoat for every bad dude they've ever known"
But he hopes that "will melt away" when he hits the stage, where he says he is "getting to share my voice without the preconceived notion of who I am," which "is really what I need right now"
Says he's getting his head in the game because he's not ready to hit "the real world" again just yet
He's shown walking around and later diving off of an oil rig in the deep sea
A newspaper headline that reads "Extra! Extra! Read all about it!," an hourglass, a knight with two lions on its breastplate, and a compass pointing towards "MW" all appear in the first clue package
"As a kid, I always wanted to be famous. I modeled, I acted, and of course, sang. I was always waiting to become a household name, I just didn't know it would be for everyone hating me," he says to start the second package
He's shown watching himself on a TV screen
Says he is here to show the world he is more than his mistakes
This feels like a "healing" experience for him
"Getting to share my talent instead of my drama is exactly what I've needed"
Says tonight he's gonna keep his "eye on the ball" because he is not ready to unmask
Red high-heels and the Golden Mask Trophy appear in the second clue package, which takes place in some sort of underwater sub
On stage:
First performance: "Any Way You Want It" by Journey
On stage clue: A magazine cover of him that says "Diver opens another business!" and "11 million eyes on Diver." Of it, he says, "The more people talk about my business, the more I want them out of it."
Second performance: "I Ain't Worried" by OneRepublic
NFL Night clue: A superfan with a purple and white wig and a club painted on his chest. Of it, he says, "I'm well suited for the club. I know how to get the club going, what's up?!"
Judges' guesses for Diver: Adam Levine, Tom Sandoval, Scott Disick, Pete Davidson, Pauly D
Michael Becker / FOX Rubber Ducky on 'The Masked Singer'
Who is Rubber Ducky?
Clues for Rubber Ducky:
"Hey there. The name's Rubber Ducky. I'm ready to splash on the stage. Here's how my story goes: Movies and TV shows, I'm used to being the rage," he says to start the first clue package
Life started out "pretty humble," from "nothing to fame"
Says he tried standup comedy but it wasn't for him, but now he's "a household name"
"I can say I made my way solitarily. Great crowd tonight. Let's get it… Oh no, no, no, no, behind everything I do is my family. You know it. So now that you see, here we go! A little more about me. Bring it home, gentlemen. I'll quack my way to the finale."
He's shown in a fancy mansion
A VHS tape that says "The Horror! 3-4" on it, a photo of Leonardo DiCaprio, giant staircases, candelabras, and a golden turtle all appear in the first clue package
On stage:
First performance: "Come On Eileen" by Dexys Midnight Runners
On stage clue: An autographed photo of The Duckys. Of it, he says, "My family is full of stars. Check out the headshot."
Judges' guesses for Rubber Ducky: David Arquette, Wayans brothers, Anthony Anderson
Rubber Ducky Unmasked: Anthony Anderson
The Masked Singer airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Fox.
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