The Masked Singer Season 13 Episode 12 Recap: Fortunate Duck Reveal

SPOILER ALERT: Particulars observe for Season 13, Episode 12 of “The Masked Singer,” “Semi-Finals Night time,” which aired April 30 on Fox.

The case of Detective Fortunate Duck was lastly quacked on Wednesday’s episode of Fox’s “The Masked Singer.” Taika Waititi was the most recent superstar to be revealed on Season 13 of Fox’s “The Masked Singer,” taking part in the mysterious character that had popped up all season lengthy on the present to share clues concerning the competitors’s costumed contestants.

Fortunate Duck appeared on the finish of this week’s semi-finals episode, and as an alternative of letting the present’s panelists guess his id, he unmasked himself. And it was a well-known face for one of many present’s panelists: Waititi is husband to the present’s Rita Ora.

“Semi-Finals Night time” introduced collectively the ultimate 5 contestants standing: Group A’s Coral, Group B’s Pearl and Boogie Woogie and Group C’s Mad Scientist Monster. The episode opened with the group singing “Handclap,” by Fitz and the Tantrums.

The 4 semi-finalists had been cut up into two faceoffs this week, with the winners of these faceoffs mechanically going to the finals.

Boogie Woogie and Pearl confronted off first, with Pearl profitable that spherical and advancing on to the finals. Then Mad Scientist Monster went reverse Coral, and Mad Scientist Monster received it and moved on. That left Boogie Woogie and Coral to battle it out in a smackdown for the third finale slot. Coral sang “All of the sudden I See,” by KT Tunstall first, adopted by Boogie Woogie singing “Are You Gonna Be My Woman,” by Jet.

However earlier than that closing vote, Fortunate Duck introduced out the “Ding Dong Preserve It On” bell and introduced all 4 would transfer on to subsequent week’s finals. That’s when he unmasked, reasonably than one of many contestants.

Taika Waititi as Fortunate Duck joins Edwin McCain as Nessy, Matthew Lawrence as Paparazzo, Erika Jayne as Yorkie, Methodology Man as Stud Muffin, Candace Cameron Bure as Cherry Blossom, James Van Der Beek as Griffin, Taste Flav as Area Ranger, Sheana Shay as Bat, Aubrey O’Day as Ant, Oscar de la Hoya as Fuzzy Peas and Cedric the Entertainer as Honey Pot because the celebrities unmasked on “The Masked Singer” Season 13.

Again for Season 13 are host Nick Cannon, alongside panelists Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, Rita Ora and Robin Thicke. Ora was on the desk for a 3rd consecutive season to fill in for Nicole Scherzinger.

Additionally new: The “Crack the Case” clue circumstances, through which extra clues are shared concerning the eradicated contestant. In the meantime, again is the Golden Ear trophy is again in play for the panelists (whomever has essentially the most appropriate guesses this season will win).

“The Masked Singer” Season 13 themed episodes embrace a tribute to franchises “Shrek” and “Ghostbusters,” in addition to the Grand Ole Opry because it hits its one centesimal anniversary. Additionally on faucet are a tribute to the Rat Pack and themes similar to “Voices of Olympus: Unmasking of the Gods,” “Carnival,” “Boy Bands,” “A long time,” “Fortunate 6,” a “Conflict of the Masks” and the return of “Soundtrack of My Life.”

Masked contestants in Season 13 embrace Honey Pot, Area Ranger, Cherry Blossom, Coral, Fuzzy Peas, Ant, Paparazzo, Griffin, Boogie Woogie, Pearl, Bat, Yorkie, Stud Muffin, Nessy and Mad Scientist Monster.

Right here had been the performances on Wednesday’s Episode 12, “Semi-Finals Night time”:

Boogie Woogie

Tune: “Maps,” by Maroon 5

Panel guesses: Ed Sheeran, Kevin Jonas, Justin Guarini

How Boogie Woogie is related to the panel: “Ken, you’re clearly a fan of my, as you’re considered one of my tens of millions of followers. I promise when that is over, I’ll lastly observe you again.”

Boogie Woogie voiceover: “Whoa Pearl, I’m not going wherever! OK, you’ve bought me fired up now. I’m normally pleased go fortunate man, however the farther I get right here, the extra severe I’m turning into. I’m tapping into feelings which were asleep for manner too lengthy. So tonight I’m popping out with an upbeat, uptempo track to deliver the facility of Boogie Woogie. That’s what it’s going to take.”

Boogie Woogie’s earlier songs: “I Imagine In a Factor Known as Love,” by the Darkness; “Radioactive,” by Think about Dragons; “One thing within the Water,” by Carrie Underwood; “Golden Hour,” by Jvke

Boogie Woogie’s Earlier panel guesses: Adam Lambert, Andy Samberg, Mika, Criss Angel, Neil Patrick Harris, Jason Mraz, George Clooney, Ryan Tedder, Gavin DeGraw, Josh Groban, Daniel Powter, Charlie Puth, Brandon Flowers

Pearl

Tune: “You Don’t Personal Me,” by Lesley Gore

Panel guesses: Kacey Musgraves, Martina McBride, Ann Wilson, Natalie Maines

How Pearl is related to the panel: “Jenny. Not solely did we stroll the identical carpet, however you watched me win considered one of my largest awards on the AMAs.”

Pearl voiceover: Pearl: “It’s a showdown you need? I’m no stranger to combating for survival. Right here, I’ve proven I can do any and all genres. And I’ve stored the panel spinning in circles. You already know one factor about me is I’m not afraid to position a path. Once I first broke on the scene there weren’t many ladies doing what I used to be doing, and I assumed, why not/ So I began my very own motion and began opening doorways for thus many others. However tonight, it’s about exhibiting Boogie Woogie the door. And consider me, it received’t be simple. However I can get up for myself, so bye-bye Boogie Woogie!”

Earlier songs: “Saving All My Love For You,” by Whitney Houston; “(Don’t Worry) The Reaper,” by Blue Oyster Cult; “Right here You Come Once more,” by Dolly Parton; “Conga,” by Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine; “Your Love,” by The Outfield

Earlier panel guesses: Regina King, Shania Twain, Joan Jett, Madonna, Melissa Etheridge, Sheryl Crow, Trisha Yearwood, Kellie Pickler, Carrie Underwood, Religion Hill, Jody Watley, Lisa Lisa, Pat Benatar, Bonnie Tyler, Winona Judd, Brandi Carlile

Coral

Tune: “What Was I Made For?” by Billie Eilish

Panel guesses: Meg Donnelly, Kylee Russell, Sofia Carson, Peyton Listing, Hailee Steinfeld

How Coral is related to the panel: “Rita. Your franchise and my franchise are going to make stunning, candy music later this yr.”

Coral voiceover: “I’m so pumped for a battle. I’m the youngest one left within the competitors. And I’m really one of many youngest ever to get this far. So there’s just one factor left to do, and that’s to wipe the ground with this loopy previous scientist. I’m undoubtedly nonetheless discovering my sea legs in Hollywood, however being right here has proven that I’m lastly the place I belong. Dwelling out my pop star goals, and that’s the place I need to preserve going. So my technique tonight is to dig deep with an emotional track. Particularly if I’m going to defeat this scientist of serenade.”

Earlier songs: “Mad World,” by Tears for Fears; “By chance in Love,” by Counting Crows; “Luck Be a Girl,” by Frank Sinatra; “Ain’t It Enjoyable,” by Paramore; “Sk8er Boi,” by Avril Lavigne

Earlier panel guesses: Bebe Rexha, Carly Rae Jepsen, Sabrina Carpenter, Halsey, Anna Kendrick, Dove Cameron, Hailee Steinfeld, Lili Reinhart, Victoria Justice, Rachel Zegler, Camila Mendes, Selena Gomez, Brittany Snow, Hilary Duff, Ashley Tisdale, Nina Dobrev

Mad Scientist Monster

Tune: “A Bar Tune (Tipsy),” by Shaboozey

Panel guesses: Hint Adkins, Billy Ray Cyrus, Sam Hunt

How Mad Scientist Monster is related to the panel: “Robin. Do not forget that Fortunate Duck clue about somebody stealing one thing from you? Properly, that was me again in 2013.”

Mad Scientist Monster voiceover: “Hey, I’m not that previous! Plus, with age comes expertise. And consider me, I’ve been attempting to coach for this my entire life. As an athlete turned singer, I apply a sportsman mentality to all my performances. I’m not simply cruising right here, I’m working exhausting. Doing cardio, maintaining my energy up, carbo loading. So I’m greater than able to take down this little tadpole. The chance of beating me is slim. So hear, all of the respect to you Coral, however similar to the Nice Barrier Reef, lady, you’re at risk.”

Earlier songs: “Unwell,” by Matchbox Twenty; “I Swear,” by All-4-One; “Love Your self,” by Justin Bieber; “There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Again,” by Shawn Mendes; “The Scientist,” by Coldplay

Earlier panel guesses: Luke Combs, Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Alan Jackson, Tim McGraw, Keith City, Brad Paisley, Billy Ray Cyrus, Kenny Chesney, Hint Adkins, Gary LeVox from Rascal Flatts, Kane Brown, Jelly Roll

Watch Waititi’s reveal beneath:

In Season 12, Boyz II Males (because the Buffalo) received the Masked trophy, beating out Mario, because the Wasp, who was this season’s runner-up. They joined AJ Michalka as Strawberry Shortcake; Kobie Turner as Goo, Jana Kramer as Royal Knight, Bronson Arroyo as Sherlock Hound, Drake Bell as Ice King, Bethany Hamilton as Macaron, Natalie Imbruglia as Bluebell, Laverne Cox as Chess Piece, Andy Richter as Dusty Bunny, Paula Cole as Ship, Marsai Martin as Woodpecker, Yvette Nicole Brown as Showbird and John Elway as Leaf Sheep because the celebrities unmasked on “The Masked Singer” Season 12.

“The Masked Singer” comes from Fox Various Leisure. Rosie Seitchik, Craig Plestis and Cannon are government producers, whereas Seitchik serves as showrunner. The sequence is predicated on the South Korean format created by Mun Hwa Broadcasting Corp.