In addition they shared their connections to the “Wrecking Ball” singer, although none of them have one as iconic as a sure member of the panel. In a hilarious ad-lib earlier than a break, Jenny quipped to Robin, “You recognize Miley very properly.” She was, after all, referring to their notorious VMAs efficiency in 2013 that concerned an enormous foam finger, however Robin shortly replied, “No, Miley and I’ve by no means met.”

After the lack of Bethany Hamilton’s Macaron final week, everybody left on this group had strong chops. In order that they have been actually going to have to succeed in deep to make “The Climb” to subsequent week’s Group Finals. It was make or break for Ice King, Royal Knight, Sherlock Hound, and Strawberry Shortcake — as a result of one in every of them was about to fall simply brief.

Let’s bounce proper in with this week’s masks. And don’t be concerned, earlier than we get to the stunning unmasking(s), we’ll make you energy by means of the horrible (and sometimes good) guesses made by our illustrious panel of Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy, Ken Jeong and Rita Ora first. We do that as a result of we love … to torture you.

(“Celebration in the usA.,” Miley Cyrus) It is only a matter of pitch, however Sherlock Hound actually stood out by being a lot decrease than the opposite three Group C performers. He wasn’t given a distinct half or something, so each time he chimed in, we simply heard him. That mentioned, the opposite three sounded far more snug on the monitor, although all 4 gave strong sufficient vocal performances. This could possibly be a tricky evening when it comes time for an elimination.

(“Used to Be Younger,” Miley Cyrus) Sherlock Hound actually constructed this efficiency to thrilling heights, belting a few of these refrain strains after a mild — virtually deceptively so — opening. There was a lot coronary heart and nuance and wistfulness in his supply, he actually captured the spirit of the unique monitor, whereas making it sound like this was his personal story (which in some ways it apparently is).

Clues & Guesses: But once more, Sherlock Hound was giving all of the baseball star clues, with speak of breaking a century-long clue this week in his new bundle. He tied to to his wilder and youthful days when he was identified for being “free-spirited and enjoyable.” In reality, of that curse, he says he “single-handedly” broke it, earlier than reinventing himself later. Athlete turned musician?

On the visible aspect, we acquired a glass of candy tea with an infinite, overflowing container of sugar cubes subsequent to it, paw prints going up crimson slide, and a bull. We then acquired a Miley Cyrus clue within the type of an extended, blonde wig. “Hannah Montana’s not the one one with attractive lengthy hair,” he defined.

Another excuse we suspect a celebrity athlete is as a result of Rhino (AKA Barry Zito) is Sherlock Hound’s Masked Ambassador, which is a fairly large trace issues may go that approach. There have been additionally a lot of baseball hints all through.

Barry mentioned they’d shared “a number of the finest jam periods ever,” whereas Sherlock Hound shared that he was surrounded by music rising up, suggesting he discovered cello, however would have somewhat been outdoors taking part in. His grandmother taught music whereas his father performed piano.

He mentioned it was rock music that “unleashed a ardour” he then pursued. All through, visible clues included a crimson guitar, an eye fixed patch, and a diamond report, whereas on stage we noticed “#1 Hit” on his competition t-shirt. “I do know what it’s wish to be primary on this planet,” he recommended, which might check with a sports activities championship as a lot as any musical achievement.

Sherlock Hound’s vocal vulnerability noticed Ken change from an Adam Levine guess to Johnny Rzeznik. Rita reached for Hozier, whereas Robin considered Brandon Flowers and Nate Reuss. Jenny was getting extra of a Scott Stapp vibe from the vary of his vocals, which triggered one more clue from the Hound, who advised her, “Your husband loves me.”

In different phrases, he is attempting to inform them that each one these rock stars are good comparisons, however they missed all these clues concerning the Curse of the Bambinos. In fact Donnie Wahlberg would love somebody who broke that curse with the Boston Purple Sox in 2004, proper?

Bronson Arroyo was a beginning pitcher for that ’04 group that took down the St. Louis Cardinals. Then, in 2005, he launched his debut album, Masking the Bases. He is been the web’s favourite guess since his first look, and these newest clues will solely additional their certainty.

(“Midnight Sky,” Miley Cyrus) Ice King put a bit of punch in his vocals, which suited the music, however it additionally betrayed that he is not fairly as sturdy vocally as his rivals, and he is maybe not as seasoned or polished as they’re in terms of singing. This was a strong vocal, however it did not have fairly the distinctive polish we have been searching for.

Clues & Guesses: The newest clue bundle was all about making headlines for all of the flawed causes, and the worry Ice King felt earlier than his fact was put on the market. Apparently, he felt prepared to inform his fact, however then regretted it after and tried to get the story pulled. It ran, although, and he discovered himself feeling a lot lighter, and appreciative of those that might relate. Now, he hopes to place that chapter behind him.

Visible clues for Miley Cyrus Night time included a spider and a “Misplaced and Discovered” field. On stage, Ice King added a Teen Selection 2008 surfboard, explaining, “For each Miley and me, our teenage goals got here true.”

The primary clue we acquired to Ice King’s id was his Masked Ambassador, Season 5’s Russian Dolls, Hanson. The group shared that they really had a hand within the begin of his profession, which bought out stadiums and noticed him touring the world.

Ice King added that he went right into a “deep freeze” for a bit, however is hoping to make use of this present to ease his approach again into music and his old flame, singing. Visible clues included a passport, tower of audio system, chocolate cake pop, a snow globe, and palm timber.

On stage, his competition t-shirt slogan was “Drop the Fireplace Beat,” which Ice King defined, “I’ve traveled the world dropping fireplace beats in entrance of huge crowds, however tonight has been probably the most lit.” If that is by some means not a deejay, these clues are epic misdirects!

Ken once more tried to justify his horrible Joe Jonas guess with this Teen Selection Award clue, connecting the Hollywood cut up sign up tonight’s clues to the media protection of his divorce from Sophie Turner.

Rita additionally considered teen stars who’ve discovered themselves in some media hassle, contemplating Shia LaBeouf. Jenny, although, wasn’t feeling that in any respect. As a substitute, she thought-about a star who’s been within the highlight extra lately for sharing a troublesome fact, Drake Bell. She additionally thought-about James Franco, who’s at all times within the information.

Each even have ties to a spider as Bell voiced Spider-Man for Disney XD’s Final Spider-Man, whereas Franco portrayed BFF Harry Osborn. The web hasn’t been as satisfied of this one, however their hottest guess strains up with Jenny’s Drake Bell, whereas nobody was actually pondering of Franco.

(“Wrecking Ball,” Miley Cyrus) Strawberry Shortcake selected a music that showcased the totally different layers of her expertise, together with a mild aspect, that uncooked grit, and her energy. She’s actually a world-class singer, although she performs with that starvation of somebody who might have had the expertise, however simply by no means acquired the break they wanted to interrupt by means of.

Clues & Guesses: This week’s bundle was all about her connections to Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus, together with that they shared the identical goals, attacked them the identical approach, grew up in entrance of the world, and even shared a stage at one level. She mentioned the duo even leaned on each other after hobnobbing with the identical brothers, and breaking their hearts.

Visually, we acquired an apple, a “Banana Montana” clapperboard after she threw a script within the air from a director’s chair, and a taking pictures star. Her on-stage clue was a pair of crimson boxing gloves, one with a blonde wig and the opposite a marijuana leaf. “Miley has at all times been in my nook. She was even by my aspect after I made my debut,” Strawberry Shortcake defined.

Season 7’s Ringmaster, Hayley Orrantia, launched her buddy as Strawberry Shortcake’s Masked Ambassador, calling her “a competition favourite.” She shared they have been collectively by means of a few of Hayley’s “greatest milestones,” too.

Talking for herself, Strawberry Shortcake mentioned that she’d at all times dreamed of performing in an enormous music competition as a headliner, however needed to accept sitting on the sidelines. That’s, till she acquired the decision to open “one of the crucial iconic ones.” She known as that day each candy and a “gradual burn,” however well worth the wait.

Visible clues all through included sunny sun shades, a kitten, rainbows, hearts, Instagram footage, mushrooms, and an ice cream cone. On stage, her t-shirt learn “Break a Leg,” to which she added, “My breakthrough position confirmed the world my potential.”

Ken thought-about that this could possibly be an “undiscovered gem,” higher identified for one thing outdoors of singing. His guess was Saturday Night time Reside star Chloe Fineman, who has a fairly well-known Miley Cyrus impression. Rita picked up some JoBros vibes from the clue bundle to search out Hilary Duff as a guess, whereas Robin questioned if possibly it is Ashley Tisdale, tying “the candy life” within the bundle to her present, The Suite Life.

The web, although, has been circling one half of Aly & AJ, Amanda Pleasure (AJ) Michalka. The kitten might tie to each her Catra roll on She-Ra and her position with sister Aly on Hellcats. Plus, she completely dated one of many JoBros (Joe, in reality), in order that vibe additionally is smart.

Oh, and that Hannah Montana connection could possibly be that she has mentioned sister Aly was provided that position earlier than Miley landed it, whereas she was provided the position of Lilly Truscott. On prime of that, AJ and Hayley Orrantio are very shut, with AJ even in Hayley’s marriage ceremony get together!

(“Once I Have a look at You,” Miley Cyrus) Royal Knight positively had an genuine nation vocal on this monitor, which was heartfelt and delightful. She carried out it prefer it was her personal anthem with a really wealthy tone, very polished and full. This one did not have plenty of vocal vary as a result of it did not actually need it. She was sturdy and assured and completely accountable for this second.

Clues & Guesses: The newest clue bundle was all about Royal Knight struggling by means of the darkness of dangerous relationships — and blaming herself alongside the best way — till her personal knight in shining armor helped convey her out of that darkness. She by no means gave up on love and now has discovered her north star, who sarcastically (contemplating the costume) calls her his “warrior.”

Visible clues included a slashed purple banner of a flaming coronary heart, a fall bouquet, sundown seaside, gumball machine, and a set of crimson scrubs. Her on-stage clue was a freeway signal for Nashville, which she defined, “Nicely, similar to ‘Celebration within the USA,’ Miley and I’d each want a Nashville get together.”

In her first week, Royal Knight was tied to Season 11’s Afghan Hound, Savannah Chrisley, as her Masked Ambassador. Savannah known as her the “hardest lady I do know” and “one of many fiercest associates that I’ve.”

Royal Knight then opened up about her her goals of a fairy story life turned as a substitute into “heartbreak and terror” round each nook. She mentioned she needed to study to place layers of armor on to guard herself, and he or she additionally needed to break freed from “you and I” and study to be okay with simply “me.”

She mentioned that she’s now over “castles or kings,” as long as she’s giving “most important character vitality.” Visible clues within the bundle included a crimson dragon (to “sleigh), butterflies, a glass slipper, storybooks, inexperienced timber, a TV distant, and a gold megaphone emblazoned with “The T.”

On stage, her t-shirt learn “Able to Sleigh.” Royal Knight defined, “Irrespective of the season, I’m at all times able to ‘sleigh’ the competitors.”

Rita was contemplating the physique language spoke extra of an actor, and tied the gumball machine to final season’s Gumball, Scott Porter, tying it to his Expensive John costar, Amanda Seyfried. Jenny was getting the actress vibes, too, based mostly on the scrubs, and questioned if possibly it was 9-1-1 star Jennifer Love Hewitt, whereas Ken thought-about Aubrey Plaza.

The web was getting extra of a Jana Kramer vibe, although, with the One Tree Hill alum already having fun with some crossover success within the nation music realm. She’s additionally definitely been by means of quite a bit on the romance aspect, with conditions involving home abuse and infidelity throughout three earlier marriages, earlier than discovering her present husband, Allan Russell, with whom she shares a brand new child. Oh and he or she unpacked all of this with Savannah Chrisley on the latter’s podcast.

One other fashionable title tossed round has been Jessie James Decker, whereas there’s even a bit of warmth behind Nashville alum Hayden Panettiere as a doable guess. Each Jana and Jessie have lately bought houses in nashville, whereas Hayden has her personal multi-million greenback residence within the “Nation Music Capital of the World.” This one has everybody a bit of stumped.

We have been a bit of cautious of Sherlock Hound after that opening group quantity, however after his solo outing, there was no approach we might see him leaving. The identical goes for each of tonight’s ladies, which leaves Ice King … out within the chilly. He is clearly acquired some vocal chops, however they’re extra restricted and fewer related than the opposite three artists. That was our logical alternative, at the least. However what did the viewers and panel do?

They acquired this one proper, at the least, because it was Ice King who would get the boot. However might anybody truly guess who that is? Final week, they broke their Group B drought of zero right solutions when Rita acquired one proper. It appeared like one in every of them may was heading in the right direction, however…

• Robin Thicke: Cole Sprouse
• Jenny McCarthy: James Franco (or Drake Bell)
• Ken Jeong: Joe Jonas
• Rita Ora: Shia LaBeouf

If our guess is correct, Jenny talked herself out of the proper reply and into James Franco earlier than stumbling again into it once more. Would that be half-credit? Wouldn’t it matter? Nicely, because it seems, it sort of does matter as a result of it was certainly Drake Bell. It is a good factor they are not conserving monitor of proper guesses this season, or she might need needed to settle one one … and gotten it flawed.

After his unmasking Drake opened up about his tumultuous 12 months, which included revealing some extraordinarily weak truths about alleged sexual abuse he endured as a younger star in Invesetigation Discovery’s breakthrough Quiet on Set docuseries.

The Masked Singer shifts to Thursday for subsequent week’s Thanksgiving Peanuts Extravaganza (and Group C Finals) at 8 p.m. ET on Fox.