The Masked Singer | |
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Season 12 | |
Starring | |
Hosted by | Nick Cannon |
No. of contestants | 15 |
Release | |
Original network | Fox |
Original release | September 25, 2024 |
Season chronology | |
The twelfth season of the American television series The Masked Singer is set to premiere on Fox on September 25, 2024.
Nick Cannon, singer-songwriter Robin Thicke, television and radio personality Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, actor and comedian Ken Jeong and recording artist Rita Ora all returned from the previous season.
On August 15, 2024, it was confirmed that former contestants Dick Van Dyke, Jewel, Ne-Yo and DeMarcus Ware would appear as Mask Ambassadors for new contestants. [1]
Much like the previous four seasons of the series, the twelfth season will feature the return of themed nights. Throughout the season, themes will include nights dedicated to Miley Cyrus and the film Footloose . Additionally, other themes will include a night dedicated to the toy-film brand Barbie , "60s Night", "Sports Night" and "Who Are You Fest". [1] Previously used themes such as "Soundtrack Of My Life" and "Thanksgiving" will be featured once again after having already been represented in previous seasons. [1]
The season will feature 15 contestants. [1]
On August 17, 2024, "Chess Piece" was revealed as a contestant. [1]
No. | Title | Air date | Timeslot (ET) | Rating/share (18–49) | Viewers (millions) | Ref. |
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1 | "Season 12 Premiere" | September 25, 2024 | Wednesday 8:00 p.m. | TBD | TBD | [2] |
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