Key Points
- Season 14, Episode 3 of The Masked Singer featured a surprise double elimination.
- Handyman was revealed as rapper Tone Loc, while Scarab was unmasked as Oscar-nominated actress Taraji P. Henson.
- The episode opened with a nostalgic group performance of “Kids in America” from Clueless.
- Panelists offered varied guesses, with Robin Thicke and Rita Ora correctly identifying the celebrities.
- The eliminations add to a growing list of high-profile reveals this season, including Tiffany Haddish and David Ortiz.
A Night of Nostalgia and Surprises
FOX’s The Masked Singer Season 14 continued to raise the stakes in Episode 3, delivering one of the season’s biggest twists yet—a double elimination. The episode began with a burst of ’90s nostalgia as Snow Cone, Scarab, Handyman, and Pugcasso performed “Kids in America,” the iconic track featured in the 1995 cult classic Clueless.
Despite strong performances, Handyman and Scarab landed at the bottom of the voting, setting the stage for two dramatic unmaskings.
Handyman Revealed as Tone Loc
The first reveal of the night was Handyman, who turned out to be legendary rapper Tone Loc, best known for hits like “Wild Thing” and “Funky Cold Medina.”
Panelist Robin Thicke correctly identified him, recognizing the distinctive voice that defined late ’80s and early ’90s hip-hop. Other guesses included Chuck D (Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg), Mr. T (Ken Jeong), and Ice-T (Rita Ora).
Scarab Unmasked as Taraji P. Henson
The second elimination stunned the audience when Scarab was revealed to be acclaimed actress Taraji P. Henson. Known for her Oscar-nominated role in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and her iconic portrayal of Cookie Lyon in Empire, Henson’s appearance marked one of the season’s most high-profile reveals.
Rita Ora nailed the guess, citing the “Cookie” clue and Empire connection. Other panelists leaned toward Regina King, Angela Bassett, and Cynthia Erivo based on body language and career hints.
Season 14’s Growing List of Reveals
With Henson and Tone Loc joining the eliminated lineup, Season 14 has already unmasked several notable names, including Tiffany Haddish, Todd and Julie Chrisley, and David Ortiz.
The double elimination underscores the unpredictable nature of the competition, keeping fans guessing week after week.
What Happens Next?
The Masked Singer continues its run with new episodes airing Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on FOX, with next-day streaming available on Hulu. As the season progresses, viewers can expect more star-studded surprises and increasingly clever clue packages.
