The Masked Singer season 12— Who got eliminated in episode 9? Details explored

The Masked Singer season 12 episode 9 aired on Thursday, November 28, 2024. This is a special Thanksgiving-themed celebration, so it is titled "Peanuts Night." During this episode, there will be the Group C Finals, in which three contestants battle for a spot in the quarterfinals.

By the end of the night, two participants were eliminated: Royal Knight and Sherlock Hound, leaving Strawberry Shortcake as the only representative from Group C to be advanced to the next round of the competition for season 12 of The Masked Singer.

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Overview and elimination on episode 9 of The Masked Singer season 12

The special Thanksgiving episode began by making a festive nod to the Peanuts gang to fit in with the theme "Peanuts Night." Panelists Robin Thicke and Rita Ora performed a duet of You Make My Dreams Come True for the opening of the program.

As the Group C Finals played out, three performers, Royal Knight, Sherlock Hound, and Strawberry Shortcake, appeared for their chance at one slot left open in the quarterfinals.

• Royal Knight performed Madonna’s Holiday, earning praise for her vocal quality but falling short of advancing.
• Sherlock Hound followed with Ho Hey by The Lumineers, showcasing his heartfelt style and endearing himself to both the audience and panelists.
• Strawberry Shortcake impressed with her rendition of I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack, ultimately earning her spot in the next round after defeating Sherlock Hound in the Battle Royale.

The night concluded with two unmaskings, narrowing the field of contestants ahead of the quarterfinals.

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Who was unmasked tonight?

1. Royal Knight

The first elimination of the night was Royal Knight, who performed Holiday by Madonna. While the performance showcased her vocal abilities, it wasn’t enough to secure a spot in the next round.

After being unmasked, Royal Knight was revealed to be Jana Kramer, a country singer, actress, and podcast host known for her role in One Tree Hill.

Panelists' final guesses included Kelly Ripa, Anna Faris, Jana Kramer, and Busy Phillips, with Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg correctly identifying her.

2. Sherlock Hound

The second elimination occurred after the Battle Royale round, where Sherlock Hound faced off against Strawberry Shortcake. Despite an earlier strong performance of Ho Hey by The Lumineers, Sherlock Hound lost in the head-to-head challenge, where contestants sang Shivers by Ed Sheeran.

Upon being unmasked, Sherlock Hound was revealed as Bronson Arroyo, a former Major League Baseball pitcher and World Series champion. Panelists' guesses included Bronson Arroyo, Hozier, and Scott Stapp.

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Remaining contestants in The Masked Singer

With the Group C Finals complete, four contestants remain in the competition, each representing their respective groups. Strawberry Shortcake, the champion of Group C, has captivated the audience with her impressive vocal performances and will move forward to the quarterfinals.

Joining her are Buffalo from Group A, who has shown great stage presence, Goo from Group B, known for their different performances, and Wasp, another standout from Group B.

As the competition intensifies, these remaining contestants will face off in the quarterfinals, striving for a place in the semifinals.

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The next episode of The Masked Singer will be where all the remaining contestants battle it out to reach the semifinals. The fans will continue enjoying the more interesting performances, the more creative clues, and the more unexpected unmaskings.

Don't miss the action next week as the road to the finale continues in The Masked Singer!