Summary
Despite backlash from fans who want to see her return as a panelist onThe Masked Singer, Nicole Scherzinger has moved on to another reality TV show, Netflix’sBuilding The Band.Nicole was one of the originalMasked Singerpanelists alongside Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, and Ken Jeong. However, after 10 seasons,Nicole left the show to star as Norma Desmond in London’s West End production ofSunset Boulevard.The Masked Singer UKpanelist Rita Ora took her place inThe Masked Singerseason 11, and will do so again forThe Masked Singerseason 12.
Nicole Scherzinger is a judge on Netflix’sBuilding The Band.
According toTVLine, Nicole is a judge on Netflix’sBuilding The Band, which the streamer calls a"truly unique competition show.“OnBuilding The Band,singers will form bands in booths without seeing each other. Nicole, who was once the frontwoman of The Pussycat Dolls, will be joined by fellow judges Kelly Rowland from Destiny’s Child and Liam Payne from One Direction. Nicole helped discover Liam when she was a judge, and he was a contestant, onThe X Factor UK. Nicole was instrumental in founding Liam’s band, One Direction. The Backstreet Boys' AJ McLean will serve as the host.
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Should Nicole Scherzinger Return To The Masked Singer?
Nicole Is A Beloved Masked Singer Panelist
Although Nicole has been keeping busy with other ventures, includingBuilding The Bandand the Broadway transfer ofSunset Boulevard,she should absolutely return toThe Masked Singer. As an original panelist, Nicole helped to make the show what it is. Nicknamed Sherlock Scherzy by host Nick Cannon because of her detective skills, Nicole has a knack for figuring out the contestants' identities. In addition, she’s entertained audiences with her phenomenal performances over the years. Plus, she’s just an overall kind and thoughtful person who really loves the show.
While it’ll be wonderful to see Nicole on a new show that allows her to use her talent for creating new superstars, she’s greatly missed onThe Masked Singer.However,Rita has done a superb job taking her place. Like Nicole, she’s fully invested in the show, and she does a fantastic job of discovering contestants' identities. She’s also incredibly talented and has given some truly outstanding performances.Rita also fits in wellwith her fellow panelists Robin, Jenny, and Ken, and host Nick.
The Masked Singerseason 12’s theme nightshave been announced, includingMiley Cyrus, Barbie,Footloose, Sports Night, ’60s Night, and Who Are You Fest, featuring music from memorable festival lineups. In addition, the Thanksgiving and Soundtrack of My Life theme nights will return. Season 12 will also feature Masked Ambassadors for the first time who are alums of the show who have special connections to the new contestants. Although Nicole will be missed,The Masked Singerseason 12 is already shaping up to be one of its best yet.
The Masked Singerseason 12 premieres Wednesday, September 25 at 8 p.m. EDT on FOX.
The Masked Singer
Cast
The Masked Singer is a reality singing competition where celebrities perform in elaborate costumes concealing their identities, with panelists and viewers trying to guess who is behind the mask based on clues provided throughout the show.
