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Reuters reports that Robin Gunningham is Banksy, though the artist has not confirmed the identity. The unmasking ends the global mystery and raises questions about whether anonymity has fueled Banksy’s mystique and market value, with predictions of possible shifts in output and prices; history shows some artists (e.g., Basquiat, KAWS) thrive after exposure, and anonymity remains a strategic choice across arts and beyond.
In the quarterfinals of The Masked Singer Season 12, Buffalos, Wasp, Strawberry Shortcake, and Goo competed in a tight vocal showdown. Wasp and Buffalos advanced directly to the semifinals, leaving Strawberry Shortcake and Goo to face off in a Smackdown. Strawberry Shortcake emerged victorious, leading to the unmasking of Goo, revealed to be NFL player Kobie Turner. Turner's impressive vocal performance highlighted his dual talents in sports and music.
In the '60s Night episode of 'The Masked Singer,' Bluebell was unmasked as '90s icon and Grammy-nominated singer Natalie Imbruglia, surprising the panelists who guessed various Australian celebrities. The episode marked the Group B finale, with Wasp and Goo advancing to the quarterfinals after a Battle Royale performance. Goo was saved by the panel's Ding Dong Keep It On bell, leaving no more saves for the season. The show will introduce Group C next week.
Actor and comedian Anthony Anderson was unmasked as Rubber Ducky on the Season 10 premiere of The Masked Singer. The reveal came as a surprise to the judges and audience, but Anderson himself seemed shocked. Anderson has been accused of sexual misconduct twice in the past, but no charges were pressed in either case.
Pentatonix was revealed as California Roll on the Season 9 semifinals of "The Masked Singer." The group performed "Breakaway" by Kelly Clarkson and was easily recognizable due to their iconic a cappella sound. The costume was challenging, but it didn't affect their singing. The show also introduced a new twist called "Ding Dong Keep It On," where panelists could save a singer from elimination. Medusa won the battle to rejoin the competition.
Actor Lou Diamond Phillips was revealed as the Mantis on "The Masked Singer," stunning the judges who had guessed incorrectly. Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen was also unmasked as the Gargoyle. Phillips shared that his daughter inspired him to join the show, while Allen revealed his passion for singing and how nervous he was on stage.
Alicia Witt and Melissa Joan Hart revealed their identities after competing on Wednesday's episode of The Masked Singer. Melissa performed as the Lamp and made it to the Battle Royale before losing out to UFO. Alicia performed as Dandelion and was unmasked after receiving the lowest score. UFO won the Battle Royale after performing Rocket Man by Elton John. The Masked Singer will return next Wednesday on Fox with the remaining 'Supreme Six'.
Two more contestants were eliminated and unmasked on the latest episode of The Masked Singer season 9. The Axolotl was revealed to be WWE star Alexa Bliss, who expressed her stage fright at singing. The Fairy was unmasked as Holly Robinson Peete, a veteran performer and daughter of the first actor to play Gordon on Sesame Street. The Macaw emerged victorious in a rendition of Shania Twain's "That Don't Impress Me Much."