20 Secrets About What Really Goes On Behind The Scenes Of The Masked Singer
Who doesn’t love watching celebrities donning bizarre costumes and belting out cover songs? Well, that’s the premise of The Masked Singer, and as you might imagine, it has been a stunning success! Perhaps unsurprisingly, though, what goes on backstage is almost as strange as the show itself. So, here are 20 of the craziest secrets from the making of a genuinely outlandish TV phenomenon.
20. Audience members are not allowed to bring any electronic items on set
In a behind-the-scenes video on The Masked Singer’s official YouTube channel, presenter Nick Cannon gives an insight into how strict conditions are for any audience member attending a taping. He says, “Our studio audience is also under extreme scrutiny. They must sign contracts binding them to secrecy and all electronics are banned.” No access to their cell phone for hours at a time? That’s a big ask for a modern audience!
Producers for the show’s U.K. version also enforced this rule on the celebrities taking part. Daniel Nettleton told Daily Star Online in 2020, “Everyone who came on site we had to put a blocker on their camera.” He then added that contestants were “allowed to have their phones on them in the dressing room, but they weren’t allowed to have their phones on them walking around the site.”
19. Competitions are held for the audience to win prizes
Securing a ticket to an L.A. taping of The Masked Singer is much easier than you might think. According to Talent Recap, all you need to do is go to the On Camera Audiences website to book your tickets. Apparently, it’s as simple as a few clicks! Then, once you get to the set, you’ll need to sign a non-disclosure agreement to stop you spilling your guts about the contestants’ identities.
As the taping progresses, the show’s crew reportedly goes to great pains to keep things fun for the audience. During commercial breaks, they’ve been known to hold dancing and singing competitions for audience members who love to perform. Prizes include Starbucks gift cards, which is pretty cool. All in all, it sounds like a blast!
