Recap of The Masked Singer Season 13 Episode 4 Featuring the Bat Unmasked

The Latest Unmaskings on "The Masked Singer" Season 13, Episode 4
Overview of Episode 4: "Voices of Olympus: Unmasking of the Gods"
On March 5, 2024, Fox aired another exciting episode of "The Masked Singer," which was themed "Voices of Olympus: Unmasking of the Gods." In this episode, celebrity Scheana Shay, known for her role on "Vanderpump Rules," was unveiled as the character Bat.
Scheana Shay’s Unmasking as Bat
During the show, Scheana Shay took the stage and performed the song “Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter. As Bat, she explained her reason for choosing the character. She described herself as a creature of the night, claiming she has been misunderstood. "I’ve been forever villainized," she said, emphasizing that those who truly know her understand she has a good heart despite her reality TV persona.
"The Masked Singer" is known for its surprises, and Bat was no exception. The judging panel, consisting of Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Rita Ora, and Ken Jeong, failed to correctly guess who Bat was. Robin Thicke suggested Bethenny Frankel, while Jenny guessed Larsa Pippen. Rita first thought it was Heidi Montag but subsequently went with Frankel. Ken Jeong believed it might have been Lisa Rinna.
Other Contestants Who Were Unmasked
Scheana Shay is not the only celebrity to be unmasked this season. Other contestants who have been revealed include:
- Aubrey O’Day as Ant
- Oscar de la Hoya as Fuzzy Peas
- Cedric the Entertainer as Honey Pot
The Group B Contestants
"Voices of Olympus: Unmasking of the Gods" introduced five new contestants from Group B. Previously, Group A contestants Coral and Paparazzo advanced to the next stage. This season, fans are excited to see the return of host Nick Cannon, along with returning judges McCarthy-Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, Rita Ora, and Robin Thicke. Rita has taken over from Nicole Scherzinger for this season.
New Features in Season 13
A fresh feature introduced this season is Detective Lucky Duck, a masked character who appears throughout the episodes to provide clues while the panel tries to guess who is behind the masks. In this episode, there was also a segment called "Crack the Case," which offers more clues about the contestants who are eliminated. For example, Bat’s clue case revealed hoop earrings, hinting at significant moments in her life that include her first single’s debut.
The Episode Performances
Here’s a look at the performances featured in Episode 4:
Boogie Woogie
- Song: “I Believe In a Thing Called Love” by The Darkness
- Panel Guesses: Adam Lambert, Andy Samberg, Mika, Criss Angel
- Clue Highlights: Boogie Woogie shared a story about his childhood dreams of being the center of attention, and also mentioned how he believes in pursuing what you love.
Space Ranger
- Song: “Bad Blood” by Taylor Swift
- Panel Guesses: Tracy Morgan, Floyd Mayweather, Marlon Wayans
- Clue Highlights: Space Ranger referred to Taylor Swift as a close friend.
Griffin
- Song: “Rewrite the Stars” by Zac Efron and Zendaya
- Panel Guesses: Matthew Lillard, Freddie Prinze Jr., David Arquette
- Clue Highlights: Griffin expressed his love for the stage and mentioned feeling lucky to perform.
Pearl
- Song: “Saving All My Love For You” by Whitney Houston
- Panel Guesses: Regina King, Shania Twain, Joan Jett
- Clue Highlights: Pearl talked about the challenges she faced before achieving her dreams.
Season Themes
This season of "The Masked Singer" includes exciting themes such as tributes to classic franchises like "Shrek" and "Ghostbusters," as well as a celebration of the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th anniversary. Other themes this season include "Carnival," "Boy Bands," "Decades," and "Clash of the Masks."
Conclusion of Episode 4
As the season continues, fans can look forward to more thrilling unveilings and performances. The mixture of talent and mystery keeps everyone buzzing as the judges and audiences alike try to guess the identities of the masked celebrities trying to win the coveted trophy of "The Masked Singer." With each episode, the excitement only grows, making every reveal more intriguing than the last.
Stay tuned as the season progresses to see who else will showcase their hidden talents behind those captivating masks!