If you tuned in tonight expecting a quiet evening of guessing games, you probably weren't ready for a 6-foot-something multi-eyed monster to start cracking jokes about his cardio. It happened. Season 14 is officially here, and the chaos is already at an all-time high. Honestly, just when you think you’ve seen every possible iteration of a "monster" costume, the show drops Googly Eyes on us—a tentacled, five-eyed creature that looks like it crawled out of a neon fever dream.
But the real question everyone is Googling right now is: who was eliminated on the masked singer tonight? The answer is a heavy hitter. Literally.
The Big Reveal: Googly Eyes Unmasked
The first star to lose their mask this season was none other than MLB legend David "Big Papi" Ortiz.
Watching a Hall of Fame slugger try to navigate a stage in a massive, fuzzy suit with five eyes is the kind of fever-dream television that only this show can provide. Ortiz, who spent the bulk of his career crushing home runs for the Boston Red Sox, traded his bat for a microphone to perform "Turn Down for What" by DJ Snake and Lil Jon.
It was... high energy.
Ken Jeong actually got this one right. Can you believe it? The man who usually guesses that every singer is somehow related to the MCU actually called it. He pegged Ortiz early on, while the rest of the panel was busy guessing other sports icons like Derek Jeter or Pedro Martinez.
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After the mask came off, Ortiz was breathless. He joked with host Nick Cannon that the costume was a better workout than any gym session he’s had in years. It’s hard to blame him; that suit looked like it weighed about as much as a small car.
The Mystery of the Croissants
The night wasn’t just about the baseball star, though. In a classic cliffhanger move that has half of Twitter throwing their remotes, we had a double elimination. While Googly Eyes was the first to go, the Croissants—a duo dressed as French mimes—were also sent packing.
The catch? We didn't actually see who they were.
The show decided to hold that reveal for the beginning of the next episode. But that hasn't stopped the internet from doing what it does best: deep-diving into the clues. Here is what we know about these flaky performers:
- They have thick Southern accents (which clashes hilariously with the mime outfits).
- They described themselves as "upper-crust socialites" who were "torn apart" and "canceled."
- There were mentions of a "miracle" that brought them back together.
- Visual clues included a peach tart and a photo of "Mustang" (who was Sara Evans in a previous season).
The panel is leaning hard into reality TV territory here. Jenny McCarthy thinks it’s Todd and Julie Chrisley, which would fit the "Southern" and "canceled" clues perfectly. Other guesses include Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag, or even Snooki and The Situation.
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Who Else Hit the Stage?
Since this was the premiere, we got a look at ten different masks. While some were in the "risk" zone, others established themselves as early frontrunners.
Cat Witch is perhaps the most interesting case this year. Before the season even started, it was revealed that Kylie Cantrall is the "insider" for the season. She’s actually competing under the Cat Witch mask, but viewers were told her identity immediately. The twist? The judges have no idea. They’re still guessing blindly while she gathers intel behind the scenes. She performed "Abracadabra" by Lady Gaga and, honestly, she’s got pipes.
Then there was Galaxy Girl, who sang "Super Graphic Ultra Modern Girl" by Chappell Roan. The clues about her being a child star who walked away from the limelight have people whispering names like Ashlee Simpson or even Lindsay Lohan.
The rest of the lineup included:
- Pugcasso – A dog dressed as an artist who sang "Ordinary" by Alex Warren.
- Scarab – Who absolutely crushed "Set Fire to the Rain" by Adele.
- Stingray – Delivering a disco-heavy "Stayin' Alive."
- Queen Corgi – Serving musical theater realness with "Don't Rain on My Parade."
- Snow Cone – At risk, but survived the night.
- Handyman – Another one on the chopping block who made it through.
Why This Season Feels Different
Season 14 is leaning into the "insider" gimmick with Cantrall, and it’s actually working. It adds a weird layer of dramatic irony. We’re watching the judges struggle to identify someone we already know, which makes their wilder guesses feel even more ridiculous.
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Plus, the talent level seems to have spiked. Scarab and Galaxy Girl aren't just "good for a celeb in a suit"—they can actually sing. Usually, the athletes are the easy early outs, and with Big Papi gone, the competition is going to get much tighter, much faster.
What to Watch for Next Week
The "Fear Night" episode is up next, and that’s where things get interesting. We’re supposed to get the reveal of the Croissants right at the top of the hour. If it really is the Chrisleys, it’ll be one of the most controversial reveals in the show's history.
We also have new masks entering the fray:
- High Voltage (literally a walking lightning bolt)
- Owl (a teal cyborg-looking bird)
- Eggplant (who apparently has "big mask energy")
- Calla Lily
- Le Who Who
If you're trying to keep track of who was eliminated on the masked singer tonight, just remember that David Ortiz is officially the first one in the "Hall of Fame" of Season 14 exits.
For those playing along at home, keep a close eye on the "Peach" clues for the Croissants. In the world of reality TV, "Peach" almost always points toward Georgia-based stars. Whether that means more Chrisley evidence or perhaps a Real Housewife is still up in the air.
Pro-tip for your next watch party: Pay attention to the background of the clue packages. The show has started hiding tiny QR codes and "insider" hints that Kylie Cantrall mentions in her digital shorts. If you can spot those, you'll be three steps ahead of Ken Jeong.
Actionable Takeaways for Masked Singer Fans
- Set your DVR for the first five minutes next Wednesday. The Croissant reveal is happening early, and you don't want to miss the fallout of that "canceled" clue.
- Track the "Southern" connection. If the Croissants aren't the Chrisleys, look toward other famous Southern duos who had a public falling out or "cancellation" period.
- Watch the Cat Witch's movements. Since we know it's Kylie Cantrall, pay attention to how she interacts with the other contestants. She’s the eyes and ears of the audience this year.