Get ready for a juicy reveal! The Masked Singer's Christmas champion has a secret to spill! Despite being sworn to secrecy, our festive winner couldn't help but slip up and share their big win with a fellow celeb. But here's where it gets controversial... they broke their promise to keep the show's outcome under wraps!
The Christmas edition of this hit ITV reality series aired on Boxing Day, and the champion behind the Mistletoe disguise was none other than This Morning anchor Dermot O'Leary. Yes, the 52-year-old broadcaster, who was quickly identified by his pal and judge Jonathan Ross, belted out a stunning version of The Pogues' Fairytale of New York.
But the real tea is that Dermot let his secret slip to his This Morning colleague, Alison Hammond. He admitted staying silent was "very hard," especially as the show's air date drew closer.
When asked about the advice Alison gave, Dermot revealed, "Go for it, you're going to love it. And practice."
So, what do you think? Is it a big deal to break the secrecy pact? Should Dermot have kept his mouth shut? Let's discuss in the comments!
Now, let's talk about the show itself. The Boxing Day episode had judges Maya Jama, Jonathan Ross, and Davina McCall all guessing correctly that it was Dermot, while Mo Gilligan went with Big Narstie. In second place was Figgy Pudding, who was unmasked as Scott Mills, with Maya Jama getting it right.
The Masked Singer returned in 2025, delighting TV fans with twelve celebrities hidden behind intricate costumes. The winner, Pufferfish, had flawless vocals throughout, with West End star Samantha Barks taking the crown. Other notable contestants included Dressed Crab, Wolf, Bush, Bear, Snail, Kingfisher, Teeth, Toad in the Hole, Pegasus, and Spag Bol.
Speaking about his win, Dermot said, "It felt good. But I think everyone knew it was me by that point." He also mentioned the challenging lack of vision in the costume, describing it as claustrophobic and tight.
And this is the part most people miss... Dermot had months of secret singing lessons to prepare for his show stint!
During the 90-minute special, four new masked characters competed and sang festive songs, keeping the panel guessing.
So, there you have it! A juicy secret revealed and a fun-filled Christmas edition of The Masked Singer. What were your thoughts on the show? Any favorite performances or guesses? Let's chat in the comments!
