01of 11PhoenixMichael Becker/FOXThis disguised celebrity hopes to rise from the ashes and win the Golden Mask trophy. They won’t only have to beat out nine other undercover stars, but also wildcard contestants who come in at the end of the episode and compete for a chance to take someone’s spot.

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Phoenix

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THE MASKED SINGER: Phoenix

This disguised celebrity hopes to rise from the ashes and win the Golden Mask trophy. They won’t only have to beat out nine other undercover stars, but also wildcard contestants who come in at the end of the episode and compete for a chance to take someone’s spot.

02of 11Grandpa MonsterMichael Becker/FOXThe family affair continues when the grandfather ofseason 1’s Monster(winner T-Pain) andseason 3’s Miss Monster(Chaka Khan) joins season 5.

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Grandpa Monster

THE MASKED SINGER: Grandpa Monster

The family affair continues when the grandfather ofseason 1’s Monster(winner T-Pain) andseason 3’s Miss Monster(Chaka Khan) joins season 5.

03of 11ChameleonMichael Becker/FOXThe colorful reptile and their fellow contestants — not including the wildcard participants — boast a combined 26 Grammy nominations, nine multi-platinum singles, four Academy Award nominations, three Super Bowl appearances, six gold medals and two world records.

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Chameleon

THE MASKED SINGER: Chameleon

The colorful reptile and their fellow contestants — not including the wildcard participants — boast a combined 26 Grammy nominations, nine multi-platinum singles, four Academy Award nominations, three Super Bowl appearances, six gold medals and two world records.

04of 11Russian DollFoxIn aseason 5 teaser, this character shows off their ability to multiply. But only one star can take home the Golden Mask trophy!

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Russian Doll

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In aseason 5 teaser, this character shows off their ability to multiply. But only one star can take home the Golden Mask trophy!

05of 11PorcupineMichael Becker/FOXJudgeRobin Thickesuspects this large rodent will “stump a lot of people,” he says in a season 5 first look.

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Porcupine

THE MASKED SINGER: Porcupine

JudgeRobin Thickesuspects this large rodent will “stump a lot of people,” he says in a season 5 first look.

06of 11Cluedle-DooMichael Becker/FOXThough this character won’t compete, they’ll make regular appearances to present clues. Their celebrity identity will, however, eventually be revealed.

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Cluedle-Doo

THE MASKED SINGER: Cluedle-Doo

Though this character won’t compete, they’ll make regular appearances to present clues. Their celebrity identity will, however, eventually be revealed.

07of 11SnailFOXSlow and steady might be the way to win it all forthis shelled gastropod.

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Snail

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The Masked Singer - Snail

Slow and steady might be the way to win it all forthis shelled gastropod.

08of 11SeashellMichael Becker/FOX"If you listen close enough to her shell, you can hear Ken [Jeong]’s snort," Thicke teases in anotherpreview of season 5.

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Seashell

THE MASKED SINGER: Seashell

“If you listen close enough to her shell, you can hear Ken [Jeong]’s snort,” Thicke teases in anotherpreview of season 5.

09of 11Black SwanMichael Becker/FOXStand-in hostNiecy Nash, who temporarily replacedNick Cannonafter hetested positive for COVID-19when filming started,calls this bird"the most celebrated black swan since Natalie Portman."

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Black Swan

THE MASKED SINGER: Black Swan

Stand-in hostNiecy Nash, who temporarily replacedNick Cannonafter hetested positive for COVID-19when filming started,calls this bird"the most celebrated black swan since Natalie Portman."

10of 11PigletMichael Becker/FOXOink oink! This little piggy plans to hog the stage.

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Piglet

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Oink oink! This little piggy plans to hog the stage.

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Raccoon

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source: people.com