ITV The Masked Singer fans are convinced they have finally cracked the identity of Toastie after a show-stopping performance that left both the judges and viewers stunned.
The episode on January 10 saw Toastie belt out Whitney Houston’s Run To You from The Bodyguard soundtrack, delivering what many described as one of the strongest vocal performances of the series so far.
While Monkey Business opened the show with a cover of Cher’s Strong Enough, it was Toastie who quickly became the centre of attention, with the audience chanting as the mystery singer finished the emotional ballad.
Judges were visibly impressed, with host Maya Jama praising the technical quality of the voice.
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Toastie sung Whitney Houston’s Run To You from The Bodyguard soundtrack
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The TV host said: "This is a really trained voice. As much as that side face throws you off… I think there’s a diva in there… a big diva.”
Following the performance, fans rushed to X to share their theories, with many now convinced Toastie is famous singer Neneh Cherry, dismissing earlier speculation that pointed towards Brenda Edwards.
One viewer wrote: “Toastie is Neneh Cherry. Clue saying eagle eye — that’s her brother — and ‘less than 10 seconds’ is a reference to her song 7 Seconds.”
Another agreed, saying: “Changed my mind! Toastie is Neneh Cherry!”
Toastie quickly became the centre of attention on the show
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A third added: “Eagle eye clue = Eagle-Eye Cherry. Toastie is definitely Neneh Cherry.”
Others echoed the theory, claiming the vocal tone and stage presence matched the Grammy-nominated star’s distinctive sound.
Earlier in the series, Toastie performed Aerosmith’s Walk This Way, with clues suggesting a performer used to criticism, pressure and “grafting” from a young age, prompting the panel to speculate that the singer may have started their career early.
Additional clues have included references to charity work, royalty, a diamond motif, a clown, and a calendar marked August 20, all of which fans have attempted to link to potential identities.
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The judges themselves remain divided.
Jonathan Ross previously suggested Sara Cox, while Davina McCall floated footballer Jill Scott during an earlier reveal.
Guest judge Anne-Marie joked that Toastie could be “that bird on the cake show”, referencing Mary Berry.
None of those guesses, however, have convinced viewers following the Whitney Houston performance.
The current series of The Masked Singer has already delivered several surprises.
In the opening episode, Alex Jones was unmasked as Disc Jockey after landing in the bottom two against Gargoyle.
Speaking after her reveal, the presenter said the experience had been “the most bizarre” of her life and admitted she had taken part for her children.
As the competition continues, fans believe Toastie could go all the way if their identity remains hidden.
Fans think Toastie is Neneh Cherry
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One viewer summed up the mood online, writing: “Whoever Toastie is, that voice alone deserves to be in the final.”
With theories now firmly shifting away from Brenda Edwards and towards Neneh Cherry, viewers will be watching closely to see whether future clue packages confirm their suspicions, or throw yet another twist into one of the show’s most closely followed mysteries.
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