The Masked Singer: Who is Conkers? Latest clues and fan theories - viewers think Gladiators star is behind the mask
The Masked Singer is back this weekend with the biggest guessing game on television.
Twelve celebrities joined this series, with the judging panel and viewers at home taking part in a guessing game as to who is behind the masks.
Four stars have already been revealed. The One Show presenter Alex Jones performed as Disco Jockey, while Professor Green was revealed to be underneath the Teabag costume.
Sex Pistols legend John Lydon was unmasked as Yak, while the most recent star to be revealed was Shakespears Sister icon Marcella Detroit, who performed as Gargoyle.
With eight celebrities still in the series, there is still plenty of guessing to be made. Here’s everything you need to know about Conkers.
What are the clues so far for Conkers on The Masked Singer?
Conkers has performed twice so far on The Masked Singer, which means that we already have plenty of clues to pick up on. However, remember that some may be a red herring!
Conkers has so far performed:
- Nice To Meet You by Miles Smith
- Jump Around by House of Pain
As for the clues to Conkers’ identity, these include:
- Conkers is dressed in a medieval outfit
- They were standing outside of a castle with treasure chest that has two lock - Conkers is seen holding the key
- Conkers was seen holding a love heart made of lego
- They were reading a scroll that said “A Comprehensive Guide To Taking On Many Foes”
- “If you’re looking for a ‘knight’ to remember, you’ve come to the right place”
- “I’ve shown this conker is up for any challenge, even if I’d rather hide in my shell. With these spikes, I can ‘Lancelot’ and most of the time, I hit my mark. I suppose we’re all playing a part here, aren’t we?”
- “It doesn’t take much to put a fight in this knight. Although Ghosts don’t scare me. Is the stage set? Right it’s time for me to put my training to the test, for honour, hope and glory!”
- They are reading a book called “Sam’s tavern songs for a knightly knees-up”
- Two pairs of swimming shorts on a washing line
- A framed pictures of Abs from boyband 5ive
- “I’ve thrown down the gauntlet. It would be very embarrassing to back out now”
- “I can’t be a knight who says ‘no, no’ to quests”
- “I’m no stranger to secret, scandals and shock reveals. What drama awaits in this tournament?”
- “This Conker has played many parts, but I’m not looking for credit.”
We also have some bonus clues for Conkers. During the Sports Day themed-episode, we were told that only one of the following statements are true:
- “A lost property announcement: Mrs Webster has lost her handbag. If you’ve found it, please bring it to reception before the end of the night”
- “If you’re one of those who got injured during the tug of war, please could you make your way to Mr Fairhead, who will be manning the first aid tent this afternoon”
Who do the judges think Conkers could be on The Masked Singer?
Jonathan Ross put a few of the clues together to guess that the hidden celebrity could be an athlete. In typical fashion, he hit out with a joke guess of Usain Bolt.
Maya Jama thought that Conkers mentioning ‘Ghosts’ could be a nod to the BBC comedy show. She thought it might be Kiell Smith-Bynoe, who played Mike on the show.
Davina McCall said that she got “hobbit” vibes from the castle and the countryside in Conkers’ VTs. She guessed The Hobbit star Martin Freeman.
Mo Gilligan was confident that music producer Mark Ronson was behind the mask after picking up on clue about being behind the scenes.
Guest judges have also had their shot at guessing. Matt Lucas thought that tennis legend Andrew Castle might be behind the mask, or This Morning star Andi Peters.
Who do fans think is Conkers on The Masked Singer?
Conkers has been one of the trickier celebrities to identity for viewers at home this year. There have been plenty of name flying around as to who could be behind the mask.
One name that has been repeated by some fans is Barney Walsh. This is due to the historic references, which could be a nod to presenting role on Gladiators.
One convinced viewer said: “Thought Conkers sounded like Bradley Walsh tonight and had a brain wave… “Gauntlet” - Gladiators. “Up for a challenge”, “facing fears” - Breaking Dad. Keys - plays piano. “Mr Fairhead” - Casualty... I think it’s Barney Walsh!”
Other names mentioned in the conversation over who could be the hidden celebrity include ben Shephard. However, the This Morning star appeared as a guest judge on another episode already this series - could it be a double bluff? Other names rumoured also include Mark Owen, Richard Fleeshman, and Olly Murs.