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Who is the Octopus? Theories and guesses on the identity of The Masked Singer contestant

15 February 2020, 16:47 | Updated: 15 February 2020, 16:51

Here are all the clues and theories surrounding the identity of The Masked Singer finalist Octopus...

It’s probably the most bizarre TV show on our boxes at the moment, but The Masked Singer has gripped us all.

The guessing game - which originated in South Korea - sees a bunch of celebrities dressed head-to-toe in whacky costumes, while they take to the stage with an iconic song.

It’s then up to judges Rita Ora, Davina McCall, Ken Jeong and Jonathan Ross to try and work out who’s behind the mask, as well as a live audience and viewers at home.

It's already been revealed that EastEnders’ Patsy Palmer was behind the Butterfly, and former Home Secretary Alan Johnson had been dressed as an Egyptian Pharaoh.

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UNMASKED AT LAST 🌳 All the CLUES were there 👀⚽️ but did you GUESS HIS IDENTITY? 🤔 #MaskedSinger

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Who is the Octopus on The Masked Singer?

So far, it's been teased that the Octopus ‘is always on the go’ and has experience on catwalks.

They also claimed to be a 'role model' to kids, and added they love training in the gym.

The plot thickened this week when more clues referenced fish and chips, signing a record-breaking deal, and a possible appearance on The Apprentice.

There was then a glimpse of a photo of Jason Donovan sticking out of a wallet, while their two lies and one truth included they were discovered on a cruise ship, made their first million in the cosmetics industry, and used an accent coach to prepare for the show.

Other clues include 'wearing wellies, perfect for the beach, the Dales or in the sea,' 'known to visit dangerous locations', and 'takes some serious fish guts to do what I've done.'

A link to I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! has also been teased, while the celeb appears to speak multiple languages and is vegan.

Viewers have been quick to put in their guesses, as one wrote: "The masked singer uk - Octopus is Dannii Minogue. She was on celebrity apprentice."

the masked singer uk - Octopus is Dannii Minogue. she was on celebrity apprentice.
— DoncasterLass (@DoncasterLass) January 18, 2020

The octopus on the masked singer U.K. is Kylie Minogue #TheMaskedSingeruk
— Peter Smart (@poshtillidie) January 20, 2020

"The octopus on the masked singer U.K. is Kylie Minogue #TheMaskedSingeruk," another person guessed.

While a third said: "#Masked singer I think the octopus is Kellie Bright”

Others have picked up on the Dales reference, guessing Emmerdale actress Sheree Murphy could be under the mask as she moved to Australia and also starred in Neighbours.

More guesses include the likes of Laura Whitmore, Jane MacDonald, Holly Valance and even Heart Breakfast's very own Ashley Roberts.