Where is Nicole Scherzinger now? FOX replaces 'The Masked Singer' judge with new panelist Rita Ora
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: FOX has replaced 'The Masked Singer' panelist Nicole Scherzinger with a suitable substitute, singer and songwriter Rita Ora.
The decision to replace came amid Nicole's busy schedule for a London West End production.
Therefore, her place on the show will be taken by a new judge. Despite Nicole's departure from the show, we will see her again in season 10 of 'The Masked Singer.'
Nicole will star as immortal Norma Desmond in Andrew Lloyd Webber's legendary 'Sunset Boulevard' as she returns to the West End this September, LW Theatres reports.
Who is 'The Masked Singer' Season 11's new judge?
'The Masked Singer' Season 11's new judge is Rita Ora. Rita is no stranger to 'The Masked Singer' as she was there in the British edition of FOX's singing competition show.
The British singer and songwriter rose to prominence in 2012 as she was featured in DJ Fresh's single 'Hot Right Now.' She later debuted in her studio album, 'Ora.'
Rita is known for performing 4 No 1 UK singles and holds a UK record for the most Top 10 singles for a British female artist. She is the first British female solo artist to have 13 top ten songs in the UK.
Rita's recently released solo album is 'You & I.'
Which judges are returning for 'The Masked Singer' Season 11?
Rita is the only new panelist joining in 'The Masked Singer' Season 11. Besides her, we will see all the old faces returning back for the new season ahead.
'The Masked Singer' Season 11 will include fellow judges, Robi Thicke, Ken Jeong, and Jenny McCarthy. Moreover, it is speculated that Nick Cannon will continue being the host of the show.
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When will 'The Masked Singer' Season 11 air?
Until now the exact release date of 'The Masked Singer' Season 11 has not been announced. But, seeing the pattern of release time, it is speculated that 'The Masked Singer' Season 11 will be released in spring 2024.
'The Masked Singer' Season 10 is yet to officially start. 'The Masked Singer' Season 10 Episode 1 will release on September 27.
As of now, FOX has celebrated the 10th anniversary of the show by releasing a kickoff episode on September 10.
What is the new format of 'The Masked Singer' Season 10?
'The Masked Singer' has come up with a new format in Season 10. The new season includes 16 contestants competing against each other.
These 16 contestants will be divided into 3 groups, following the Battle Royale round. The episodes will continue bringing in the wild card entries.
One wild card entry will be introduced per group. There is Ding Dong Keep It On Bell that will save one contestant from elimination and move them directly to the finale.
'The Masked Singer' Season 10 will air every Wednesday at 8 pm ET on FOX from September 27 onwards.
