Shakespears Sister's Marcella Detroit Revealed as Gargoyle on The Masked Singer, Fans React Wildly
January 17, 2026
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Guesses by judges ranged from Cindy Lauper to Joan Jett and Fiona Bruce, though none were correct for the Gargoyle’s identity.
The Spooktacular episode delivered Halloween-themed vibes, drawing mixed reactions as host Joel Dommett and guests dressed in spooky costumes.
The season features a diverse cast with a rotating panel and ongoing mystery around unmaskings, including characters like Red Panda and Conkers.
The show continues to draw audiences with its mix of celebrity performances, cryptic clues, and audience participation, as other contestants such as Red Panda, Monkey Business, Conkers, and Toastie remain in the race.
Sloth performed during the same episode, triggering social-media speculation as fans linked performances to potential celebs.
Marcella Detroit of Shakespears Sister was unmasked as Gargoyle on The Masked Singer, prompting a wave of fan reaction across X (formerly Twitter) about her voice, clues, and iconic work.
Social media quickly connected the Gargoyle’s clues and vocal style to Detroit, with many fans recalling her hits like Stay and her Brit Award–winning career.
Context on the season includes prior eliminations and other contestants like Alex Jones and Professor Green, shaping how this reveal sits within the current lineup.
Detroit reflected on her career, noting UK chart success, touring with David Bowie, and songwriting with Eric Clapton, while describing the show’s anonymity as both challenging and fun.
Red Panda’s performance was paused due to sensitivities following a Swiss bar fire, with ITV signaling the act will return in upcoming episodes.
Clues reference pop culture and fashion influences, including a nod to a girl band and a calendar date highlighted in the clues.
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