Season 13 of “The Masked Singer” concluded in a thrilling finale on May 7. The reality singing competition, known for its unique twist of having contestants perform in elaborate disguises, reached its final episode with just four remaining contenders. The disguised celebrities, known by the nicknames Pearl, Boogie Woogie, Mad Scientist, and Coral, faced off in the ultimate showdown to claim the coveted Golden Mask trophy and reveal their true identities.
Pearl emerged victorious, wowing judges and audiences with a powerful rendition of “Black Horse and the Cherry Tree.” The guessing game continued as viewers and judges tried to decipher the identities of the masked singers based on clues provided, with Pearl turning out to be country music star Gretchen Wilson, best known for her hit song “Redneck Woman.”
Wilson, who had faced challenges in recent years including injury and setbacks, shared that participating in the show helped boost her confidence and proved that she was capable of overcoming obstacles. As the winner, Wilson’s triumph was followed by the unmasking of the other finalists: Boogie Woogie revealed as singer Andy Grammer, Coral as actress Meg Donnelly, and Mad Scientist as former Florida Georgia Line member Brian Kelley.
Throughout the season, other masked celebrities included Flavor Flav, James Van Der Beek, and Candace Cameron Bure. The reveal of Pearl’s true identity on “The Masked Singer” sparked excitement and showcased the surprising talents of the competing stars.
