The Masked Singer: Who is Arctic Fox? Unveiling the Clues and Fan Theories
The Mystery Unveiled: Unmasking Arctic Fox's Identity
The Masked Singer is back, and the guessing game is in full swing! With the seventh series premiering last week, fans are eager to unravel the secrets behind the colorful masks. Among the 12 new characters, Arctic Fox has become a hot topic, leaving viewers intrigued and speculating wildly.
Clues and Red Herrings
Arctic Fox's first performance on The Masked Singer revealed a treasure trove of clues, but also some red herrings to keep the audience guessing. From the performance of Pink's 'Get The Party Started', here's what we've uncovered so far:
- Unfinished Sketch: A sketch of Arctic Fox, suggesting a work in progress or a hidden talent.
- Royal Walk: They strutted through a building resembling a palace, claiming, 'You may bow before me.'
- Crowns and Red Carpet Treatment: 'I've worn many crowns in my time' and 'Always expect red carpet treatment' hint at a life of fame and glory.
- Poker Hands: A card hand featuring two eights and three aces, a full house in poker, adds a layer of mystery.
- Sharp Claws: 'This Arctic Fox has sharp claws when needed' suggests a versatile and powerful presence.
- Food for Hungry Bears: A jar labeled 'food for hungry bears' is an intriguing detail, leaving fans to ponder its significance.
- Craft Perfected: 'Spent years perfecting my craft' in front or behind the camera hints at a dedicated and skilled performer.
- Movie Clapboard: A clapboard with 'Take 15' and names 'M. McFadyen' and 'C. O'Grady' suggests a connection to the film industry.
Judges' Guesses
The judges were equally perplexed by Arctic Fox's performance and video teaser. Initially, they couldn't determine the gender behind the mask, but the deep voice in the performance changed everything.
- Davina's Initial Guess: She initially suspected Oscar-winning actress Glenn Close, but this idea quickly faded.
- Maya Jama's Drag Race Theory: Maya Jama connected the royal hints to the drag queens of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, narrowing it down to finalist Bimini Bon Boulash.
- Jonathan Ross' Wide Guess: Jonathan Ross, true to form, threw out a wide guess, suggesting Queen Camilla, though he later offered Adam Lambert as a more serious possibility.
- Mo Gilligan's Comedy Route: Mo Gilligan combined the 'sketch' clue and 'perfecting my craft' to predict stand-up comedian Joe Lycett.
Fan Theories Take Flight
Social media buzzed with fan theories, and Strictly Come Dancing legend Anton Du Beke emerged as a popular guess. One fan declared, 'Arctic Fox is Anton Du Beke and it's not even close.' Another echoed, 'Arctic fox on #maskedsingeruk sounds so much like Anton Du Beke, but I'm not sure the clues pointed to him.'
Other names floated by viewers include Rylan Clark and Richard E. Grant. Some fans embraced Maya's Drag Race theory, suggesting Divina De Campo or Veronica Green as possible identities.
As Arctic Fox returns this weekend, the seventh series of The Masked Singer continues on ITV, promising more clues and further speculation. Tune in from 7 pm on Saturday night on ITV1 and STV, and relive last week's episodes on ITVX and STV Player.
But here's where it gets controversial...
What if Arctic Fox is not a human at all? Could it be a drag queen, a comedian, or even a famous impersonator? The clues may point in various directions, leaving room for interpretation. What do you think? Share your thoughts and theories in the comments below!
