The Masked Singer Sparks Fan Speculation on Rita Ora's Absence with Judging Shake-up

Teaser Clip Reveals Guest Judge and Missing Rita Ora

The Masked Singer made a surprising announcement with a judging shake-up that left fans speculating about the absence of Rita Ora. In a teaser clip for next week's episode, the 33-year-old singer appeared to be replaced by guest judge Olly Murs.

Fans Revive Theories on Rita Ora Participating as a Contestant

The absence of Rita Ora in the montage, which featured the other three judges Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross, and Mo Gilligan, prompted fans to revive speculations that she might actually be participating as a contestant on the show. One fan even took to Twitter to express their theory, stating, "So what if she is behind the mask that we said last week!"

Comedian Mo Gilligan Voices the Theory

Stand-up comedian Mo Gilligan, who is also a judge on The Masked Singer, was the first to voice the theory that Maypole, a character on the show, could be Rita Ora. Viewers across the UK joined the speculation, with one person musing, "If so, what a curveball," and another adding, "I fully think Maypole is Rita Ora, btw."

Fans Fuel the Speculation on Maypole's Identity

The debut of the Maypole character on the show has further fueled speculation, with viewers suggesting that it might indeed be Rita Ora. The fan theories have created excitement and anticipation for the next episode of The Masked Singer.