THE Masked Singer viewers are convinced they have worked out who Bear is, after spotting three clues.
The adorable character who performed a musical number from Oliver! on the first week, shook things up with their version of Miami by Will Smith at the weekend.
Their latest performance had the judges panel left even more confused over who it could be, with viewers at home equally stuck.
However, one eagle-eyed fan has come up with a set of clues which they say are evidence that Bear is in fact comedian Ben Bailey Smith, who is also known for being a rapper.
In response to the latest clues given out, this Reddit viewer listed: “[Ben Bailey Smith] is an rapper and comedian.
“He wrote a children’s book called I Am Bear
“He supports Crystal Palace.”
However, some The Masked Singer fans are still convinced Bear is EastEnders actor Richard Blackwood, who is also known for his rapping skills.
One viewer wrote on X: “Bear is deffo richard Blackwood his middle name is Clifford.”
Another posted: “Im here for the Richard Blackwood. Didn’t he release a song that could have gone to number 1?”
“I think Richard Blackwood for Bear,” said another.
The guesses are a U-turn from last week when viewers were sure Bear was A Very Royal Scandal actor Michael Sheen.
[bc_video account_id=”5067014667001″ application_id=”” aspect_ratio=”16:9″ autoplay=”” caption=”Toad in the Hole storms off The Masked Singer before being revealed as singer Macy Gray” embed=”in-page” experience_id=”” height=”100%” language_detection=”” max_height=”360px” max_width=”640px” min_width=”0px” mute=”” padding_top=”56%” picture_in_picture=”” player_id=”default” playlist_id=”” playsinline=”” sizing=”responsive” video_id=”6366967552112″ video_ids=”” width=”640px”]Meanwhile, The Masked Singer fans are still reeling from the shock of Macy Gray storming off stage.
It came after she was the third star to be axed from the show.
After it was revealed she was Toad In The Hole, Macy didn’t hang about and was seen leaving the studio in a strop.
She later came back on the stage to be officially unmasked and looked extremely unhappy about it.
A source revealed that because Macy reached the final of the US version as Sea Queen in 2023, she was “totally blindsided” to be one of the first to leave this series.
The insider told The Sun: “This has never happened on The Masked Singer before.
“When Macy stormed off stage everyone was frozen in shock but as soon as she reached backstage, crew removed her mask so they could talk her down.
“Macy was almost shellshocked to start with and was basically gutted to be out so early because she really enjoyed being on the American version – when obviously she did brilliantly – so was totally blindsided.
“It was the shock of it for her as well as the upset and in that moment she had a very raw, human reaction and wanted out.”
[boxout headline=”Who won The Masked Singer 2025?” featured-image=”32646117″ intro=”Much to the delight of telly fans, The Masked Singer came back in 2025.”]Twelve celebrities were hidden behind intricate costumes, with their identities concealed.
Pufferfish – This year’s winner had flawless vocals throughout the competition. West End powerhouse Samantha Barks told the audience she’d loved every second of the series.
Dressed Crab – Former American football player turned jazz singer Gregory Porter was the man behind the crustacean. He duetted with Keala Settle, who previously competed as Air Fryer, in the final.
Wolf – Wet Wet Wet heartthrob Marti Pellow was unmasked as the rugged character. McFly’s Danny Jones, who won last year’s show as Piranha, was on the panel in the final and paid his respects to the Scottish crooner.
Bush – she didn’t fool viewers and the judges were so close, but Bush was in fact EastEnders legend Natalie Cassidy. Davina McCall came closest, guessing Morgana Robinson, who does a mean impression of the Sonia actress
Bear – another success for new judge Maya Jama as she guessed correctly that the singing Bear was none other than singer, songwriter Example – real name Elliot Gleave.
Snail – this singer certainly fooled the judges as the mask was lifted to reveal Andrea Corr. Jonathan Ross admitted to being a huge fan of The Corrs.
Kingfisher – everyone was convinced this was Harry Hill, but the mask was lifted to reveal artist Sir Grayson Perry, who is known for his alter-ego Claire.
Teeth – this character baffled judges and viewers with their changing voice. They were finally unmasked as former Bake Off host Mel Giedroyc. None of the panel managed to guess it was her.
Tattoo – despite Davina McCall saying “you sound the same” after this character was unmasked, none of the judges guessed it was 80s singer Carol Decker, whose hit China In Your Hand was a No1 hit for five weeks.
Toad In The Hole – a massive diva strop saw the character storm off the stage after the judges voted them off. They later returned to be unmasked as singer Macy Gray.
Pegasus – the mythical horse was revealed to be Prue Leith, with judge Jonathan Ross correctly guessing her identity.
Spag Bol – this character was first to be unmasked and was none other than Good Morning Britain host Kate Garraway.
Plus there was one extra unmasking this season, with Giant Joel – a caricature of host Joel Dommett – unveiled as double-double Olympic champion Sir Mo Farah.