‘The Masked Singer’ Reveals Identity of Croissants: Here Are the Celebrities Under the Costumes

The identities behind the Croissant costume on Fox's "The Masked Singer" were revealed to be reality television stars Todd and Julie Chrisley. Their unmasking concluded a cliffhanger from the season premiere, where they were actually eliminated, during the January 14th "Fear Night" episode. The Chrisleys, who were convicted on charges of bank fraud and tax evasion in 2022, had their legal situation heavily referenced throughout their appearance. This context was underscored by the fact they received a full presidential pardon from Donald Trump in December 2023, just weeks before the episode aired, a move that remains politically contentious.

Their performance of Elvis Presley's "Jailhouse Rock" was paired with a poignant voiceover stating, "Life was good... Until we were torn apart... we were canceled, separated," a clear nod to their legal battles and subsequent prison sentences. While most panelists guessed incorrectly, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg correctly identified the duo. The "Fear Night" theme functioned as a promotional tie-in for the premiere of Fox's rebooted "Fear Factor: House of Fear," which featured guest host Johnny Knoxville, known for his daredevil antics on "Jackass."

The Chrisleys and former Boston Red Sox icon David "Big Papi" Ortiz—unmasked as Googly Eyes—mark the first eliminations of Season 14. This season introduces a fresh strategic layer with "America's Insider," portrayed by social media influencer Kylie Cantrall. Operating in costume, she will supply behind-the-scenes clues; her identity is known to the audience but hidden from the judges, adding a novel twist to the guessing dynamic. Media analyst Dr. Lena Shaw commented, "Integrating a known insider for the audience creates a unique participatory layer, potentially deepening viewer engagement in an era of second-screen interaction."

Fox has announced an ambitious slate of themed episodes for the season, including "Star Trek Night," "Clueless Night," and an "Ozzfest Night" paying homage to rock legend Ozzy Osbourne. The latter will feature a special tribute from his daughter and former contestant Kelly Osbourne, who performed as the Night Angel in Season 3. The current roster features 18 eccentric characters, such as Eggplant, Pugcasso, and Queen Corgi. According to the network, the concealed celebrities boast a staggering collective resume: 94 million records sold, 47 Teen Choice Award nominations, and an Academy Award nomination.

An adaptation of South Korea's popular MBC format "King of Mask Singer," the U.S. version launched in 2019 and has since crowned winners including Wayne Brady, Jewel, and T-Pain. The show's executive production team includes Rosie Seitchik, Craig Plestis, and host Nick Cannon, who has helmed the series since its inception. The next reveal was scheduled for later in the same broadcast, ensuring the new season's guessing game continues at a brisk pace.