The Masked Singer is currently airing on ITV every Saturday, and fans are already convinced they’ve cracked the identity of Toastie.
The new series kicked off on Saturday (January 3), with fresh characters taking to the stage.
So far, the likes of Professor Green, Marcella Detroit, Anton Du Beke and Kate Nash have been unmasked.
However, with now just six contestants remaining, there’s plenty of sleuthing left to be done. But when it comes to Toastie, many viewers believe the clues are already pointing firmly in one direction…
Toastie on The Masked Singer
Ever since making their debut, Toastie has continued to prove they are a powerhouse vocalist with pipes.
In their first clue package, Toastie spoke about not giving up under pressure and suggested they’ve faced criticism in the past. The VT also featured a diamond and a clown, along with a calendar marked August 20.
There was a nod to being a “rebel with a cause”, hinting at charity work, and a comment about wanting a “slice of the action”.
During their second appearance, they said: “You might think I’ve got more front than Blackpool, but it’s time to change this narrative. Reckon you’ve got this Toastie wrapped up? I’m not ready to be typecast. Rough and ready, I may be, but I’m the real thing, and I can even hold my own with royalty.”
Last weekend, Toastie shared a little more about their identity, expressing: “A really good Toastie uses Extra-Strong Cheddar, the sort that puts hairs on your chest, turns Boys to Men.”
“You’ll need an ace detective to solve this one. If you need backup, I’ve got you covered, but I’m not giving you the solution, matey. If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen. Not that I’ve ever taken any notice of that. Lucky I’m not burnt toast,” they continued.
The panel shared various guesses over the past few weeks for Toastie, including former X Factor finalist Rebecca Ferguson, Black Eyed Peas star Fergie and BRIT Award winner Emeli Sande.
But viewers watching at home are far more confident — and they all seemed to be saying the same name.
‘If it’s not Brenda Edwards, I’ll eat a toastie’
“My guess for Toastie is Brenda Edwards,” one viewer posted on X.
“I’m going with Brenda Edwards for Toastie,” another added.
“If it’s not Brenda Edwards, I’ll eat a toastie,” a third joked.
“Toastie is a REAL singer! “Faced stern critics” – #XFactor? How about Brenda Edwards? Loved that performance,” another viewer said.
“Calling it now, Toastie is Brenda Edwards,” another insisted.
For now, Toastie’s true identity remains safely under wraps. But if viewers are right, it might not be long before this fan-favourite secret is finally revealed.
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