The Masked Singer
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Rita felt like he might beGene Simmons, but Jenny thought that he wasDan Reynolds.
Ken guessed that he wasDaryl Hall, and Robin agreed that he heard him too.
DuringThe Masked Singerseason 13 Boy Band Night, the panelists gave even more guesses for Nessy’s identity.
Rita thought that he might beDave Matthews, while Jenny mentionedDarius Rucker.
Ken predicted that Nessy might bePat Monahan.
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DuringThe Masked Singerseason 13 Lucky 6 Night, Robin guessed that Nessy wasEdwin McCain.
Ken then said that he thought that Nessy wasSting.
Rita stuck to her previous guess of Dave Matthews.
He began his clue package by meeting his costume and saying,“It’s legendary!
I got a really good feeling about this.”
Nessy shared,“Becoming Nessy just makes sense.
I, too, am a gentle giant.
And I’m a little bit mysterious.”
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Nessy said,“But I’m a pretty private guy.
It allows me to live the best of both worlds.
I get the glory, and the solitude with my family.
“Edwin’s 2025 album is calledLucky, which explained the horseshoe.
I hope I got this competition on lock.”
After Nessy’s performance, another clue was given about his identity.
He even danced in his giant costume.
Nessy’s clue package began with him standing outside of a stone castle.
He said,“This is so unexpected.
I never thought I’d be singing a boy band song.
But, look at me.
I’m committed to the bit.
And I love a good theme night.”
Nessy then walked through hedges and picked up an acoustic guitar.Edwin plays the guitar.
He said,“Back in the height of the boy band days, music was so competitive.
“Nessy was then shown catching some seaweed on a fishing pole.
I’m gonna win.
I crashed and burned.
What a cool club we’re all part of.
So this one’s for you, *NSYNC.
Can’t wait to hear you guys try singing one of my songs next.”
After Nessy’s performance, another clue was given about his identity.
“Edwin is 55 years old, which is why he referenced AARP.
Chris then fired a t-shirt from the Nick Cannon t-shirt cannon, which had his picture in a heart.
During Decades Night, Nessy transported viewers back to the 1980s.
He began his clue package by saying,“Oh, the ’80s.
A decade of mullets, MTV, and camcorders.
That’s why I chose it.
“A cassette tape that said,“Nessy’s Monster Hits 1980s"was then shown.
Nessy continued,“I even got to open up for ‘em.
“Edwin has opened for REO Speedwagon, and he’s known for his love songs.
Nessy was then shown writing with a giant pencil in a book.
Nessy said,“Valentine’s Day is practically my Super Bowl.
Nessy shared,“God only knows how many couples have walked down the aisle to my song.
“Many couples have chosen Edwin’s love songs for their wedding songs.
Nessy concluded his clue package by saying,“So, tonight, I’m honoring them.
After Nessy’s performance, another clue was given about his identity.
They also performed together in March 2024 at Bret Michaels’ Parti-Gras Birthday Concert.
He began his clue package by saying,“I really stuck my neck out coming into this competition.
“Nessy then revealed that one of Ken’s guesses for his identity was incorrect.
Sorry, Ken, you’re gonna have to get off that train.”
Nessy then went on to give a major clue about himself.
He said,“Feeling a little lost?
Here’s a colossal clue.
“Edwin will be touring the United States in 2025.
He said,“Yeah, it feels like 100.
“Edwin has three children.
“Edwin was once again referring to his hit song, “I’ll Be.
“He’s also famous for his other love song, “I Could Not Ask For More.”
And there’s one little lady I have to thank for motivating me.
And she’s influenced the soundtrack of my life recently.
Nessy’s daughter said,“I’m pretty impressed my dad has made it this far.
Maybe it was all those high kicks.
But sometimes he can be expert-level cringe.
I mean, he’s constantly posting on socials.
And have you seen his music videos?
I almost died when my teacher played one in front of my whole class.
He makes the best milkshakes.
He always helps with homework.
And he even taught me how to drive a tractor.
So, dad, I just want to say there’s a million reasons I love you.
Good luck out there.
Just don’t break a hip, okay?”
So, there’s a million reasons I love my daughter.
Before he unmasked, his most meaningful clue was revealed from his Crack the Case Clue Case.
He has an amazing voice and star quality, and he was phenomenal during the competition.
He brightened the stage with his stellar performances.AsNessy, Edwin proved himself to be a true legend.
The Masked Singerairs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. EDT on FOX.
