Alan Carr is set to join ITV’s The Masked Singer UK for its next series as a new judge. The show’s judging format is being revised for the upcoming eighth season, introducing a “rival panel” concept that places Carr in a team role as a “Wild Card.” In this structure, Carr’s team competes against a newly branded “Legends” team for the right to be named “best detective.” Carr will join the existing line-up of judges, which includes Davina McCall, Maya Jama, Jonathan Ross, and Mo Gilligan.
Other reported changes include the return of Joel Dommett as the host. The article also notes that the competition began in 2020 and has featured winners from across the music and entertainment industries, with Keisha Buchanan of the Sugababes winning last season as “Moth.” Previous series winners mentioned include Danny Jones (McFly), Samantha Barks (West End), Charlie Simpson (Busted), Joss Stone, and Natalie Imbruglia. The show is scheduled to return in January 2027, with filming reportedly starting in autumn. All earlier seasons are available on ITVX.
