Richard Blackwood drops biggest hint yet he's The Masked Singer's Bear

Teasing Clues on Good Morning Britain

Actor Richard Blackwood has sparked speculation that he could be the person behind The Masked Singer's Bear costume. The former EastEnders star dropped several teasing clues while appearing on Tuesday's Good Morning Britain alongside hosts Richard Madeley and Susanna Reid.

Impressive Performance as Bear

Richard Blackwood hinted at his potential role as Bear by mentioning the character's "swag" and how he could relate to the heat inside the costume, drawing comparisons to his experience playing Shrek on stage. Bear has wowed audiences with performances of songs like Will Smith's Miami and a number from Oliver! while decked out in regal red attire.

Fan Theories and Speculation

Viewers have been speculating about the true identity of Bear, with theories ranging from Jordan Stephens of Rizzle Kicks to comedian Ben Bailey Smith and actor Michael Sheen. Despite the rumors, Richard Blackwood's hints on Good Morning Britain have only added fuel to the fire.