The Masked Singer season 10 is full of surprises and twists, especially with the wild card contestants who join the competition in each group. One of the most mysterious and adorable wild cards is Cuddle Monster, who debuted on Trolls Night in Group C. But who is hiding behind the giant pink creature in pajamas? The answer is none other than former NBA star and rapper Metta World Peace, also known as Ron Artest!.
The Cuddle Monster Unveiled: Surprise Celebrity Revealed
Cuddle Monster faced off against Anteater in a smackdown after both of them received the lowest votes from the audience and the panelists. They sang “Can’t Stop the Feeling” by Justin Timberlake, but it was not enough to impress the judges and the viewers. Cuddle Monster had to take off their mask and reveal their true identity. The panelists were shocked and delighted to see Metta World Peace, who is best known for his basketball career and his involvement in the infamous “Malice at the Palace” brawl in 2004.
Metta World Peace said that he joined The Masked Singer to have fun and show his playful side. He also said that he loves singing and rapping, and that he has released several albums and singles under his stage name Metta Sandiford-Artest. He thanked the show for giving him the opportunity to perform and express himself. He also said that he felt like a cuddle monster in real life, and that he wanted to spread love and joy to the world.
Theories and Clues Leading Up to the Reveal
Before Cuddle Monster was unmasked, the panelists and the fans had various guesses about their identity. Some of the clues that Cuddle Monster gave were:
- They said that they were a “big softie” who loves to cuddle and snuggle.
- They said that they had a “wild side” and that they had been in some “hairy situations”.
- They said that they had a “passion for fashion” and that they had designed their own clothing line.
- They said that they had a “special connection” to Trolls, and that they had met one of the stars of the movie.
- They showed a sign that said “I <3 NY”, indicating that they had a connection to New York.
- They showed a clue package that featured a basketball, a panda, a peace sign, a crown, and a number 37.
Based on these clues, some of the panelists guessed that Cuddle Monster could be Jack Black, Kevin James, Jonah Hill, or Zach Galifianakis. However, none of them were correct. The clues actually pointed to Metta World Peace’s life and career. For example:
- He is known for being a cuddly and friendly person off the court, despite his aggressive and controversial reputation on the court.
- He has been involved in several incidents and controversies, such as the “Malice at the Palace” brawl, his suspension from the NBA, his name change, and his mental health advocacy.
- He has a clothing line called “The Panda’s Friend”, which he launched after he briefly changed his name to “The Panda’s Friend” when he played in China.
- He has a special connection to Trolls because he met Anna Kendrick, who voiced Poppy in the movie, at a charity event.
- He has a connection to New York because he was born and raised in Queens, and he played for the New York Knicks in 2013.
- He showed a basketball, a panda, a peace sign, a crown, and a number 37 because they all relate to his basketball career. He played basketball for 17 seasons in the NBA, he changed his name to Metta World Peace in 2011, he won the NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2010, he wore the number 37 jersey for the Lakers, and he played as a panda in China.
What Each Contestant Performed and Who Were in the Bottom Two?
The other contestants in Group C also performed on Trolls Night, and they sang songs from the Trolls movie soundtrack. Here is what each contestant performed and how they did:
- Anteater sang “True Colors” by Cyndi Lauper, and they received positive feedback from the panelists and the audience. They said that they chose the song because it represented their journey of finding their true self and overcoming their insecurities. They also said that they had a connection to Trolls because they had worked with one of the directors of the movie.
- Cow sang “Get Back Up Again” by Anna Kendrick, and they impressed the panelists and the audience with their energy and charisma. They said that they chose the song because it reflected their attitude of never giving up and always having fun. They also said that they had a connection to Trolls because they had a crush on one of the stars of the movie.
- Diver sang “Can’t Stop the Feeling” by Justin Timberlake, and they wowed the panelists and the audience with their dance moves and vocals. They said that they chose the song because it matched their personality of being upbeat and adventurous. They also said that they had a connection to Trolls because they had performed with one of the stars of the movie.
- Donut sang “Hair Up” by Justin Timberlake, Gwen Stefani, and Ron Funches, and they entertained the panelists and the audience with their humor and rap skills. They said that they chose the song because it suited their style of being quirky and sweet. They also said that they had a connection to Trolls because they had a friend who voiced one of the characters in the movie.
After the performances, the panelists and the audience voted for their favorite contestants. The results were:
- Diver received the most votes and advanced to the next round.
- Cow received the second most votes and advanced to the next round.
- Donut received the third most votes and advanced to the next round.
- Anteater received the fourth most votes and had to face Cuddle Monster in a smackdown.
Recap: Who Went Home This Week and Upcoming Episode Predictions
The smackdown between Anteater and Cuddle Monster was a close one, but Anteater managed to edge out Cuddle Monster with their rendition of “I’m a Believer” by The Monkees. Cuddle Monster had to say goodbye to the show and reveal their identity as Metta World Peace. The panelists and the fans were surprised and delighted by the reveal, and they praised Metta World Peace for his performance and personality.
The next episode of The Masked Singer season 10 will feature the Group C finals, where Anteater, Cow, Diver, and Donut will compete for the last two spots in the Super Six. The episode will also introduce the fourth and final wild card contestant of the season, who will join the group and try to shake things up. The episode will have a Harry Potter theme, and the contestants will sing songs related to the wizarding world.
Who will make it to the Super Six? Who will be the fourth wild card? Who will be unmasked next? Tune in to The Masked Singer season 10 on Fox to find out!
Conclusion
The Masked Singer season 10 is full of surprises and twists, especially with the wild card contestants who join the competition in each group. One of the most mysterious and adorable wild cards is Cuddle Monster, who debuted on Trolls Night in Group C. But who is hiding behind the giant pink creature in pajamas? The answer is none other than former NBA star and rapper Metta World Peace, also known as Ron Artest! He revealed his identity after losing a smackdown against Anteater, and he thanked the show for giving him the opportunity to perform and express himself. He also said that he felt like a cuddle monster in real life, and that he wanted to spread love and joy to the world. The Masked Singer season 10 continues with the Group C finals, where the last two spots in the Super Six will be decided. The episode will also feature the fourth and final wild card contestant of the season, who will join the group and try to shake things up. The episode will have a Harry Potter theme, and the contestants will sing songs related to the wizarding world. Who will make it to the Super Six? Who will be the fourth wild card? Who will be unmasked next? Tune in to The Masked Singer season 10 on Fox to find out!
