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Who is Poodle on The Masked Singer 2022? Clues and fan theories so far

The Masked Singer UK is officially back for 2022 and fans are desperate to know who Poodle is.

The bizarre singing show from ITV is in its third series and sees celebrities conceal their identities in an attempt to stump viewers and the panel alike as they sing on stage under a guise.

Each week judges Davina McCall, Rita Ora, Jonathan Ross, and Mo Gilligan play the guessing game until one celebrity is unmasked and booted off the show. You can see a full list of eliminations and those still left in the running here.

Read more: Who has left The Masked Singer UK 2022? Full list of revealed celebrities

As well as a string of performances on stage, Poodle has also shared some clues to their identity.

Here's everything you need to know about Poodle from fan theories to clues and guesses from the judges.

Who is Poodle on The Masked Singer 2022?

Poodle (ITV)

Poodle songs

Rocket Man - Elton John

What's New Pussycat - Tom Jones

Poodle clues

Week one

During the VT Poodle appeared in a nail bar and said they've "always loved a bit of glamour", adding: "I don't mind telling you flamboyance really is a little bit fabulous."

Four dog collars appeared in the video with the names Anne, Elizabeth, Victoria, and Mary on them.

Poodle also appeared walking around a set that looked like Crufts and said: "I cant wait to be let off the leash in this competition."

For their extra clue Poodle said: "I once went on a very long walkies."

Week two

Poodle wore a mortarboard during his second video and was seen writing equations on a board leading Davina to think they could be a scientist.

The character also said: "I've been doing what I do for annums and annums."

Another clue was: "Although I try to be the goodest boy there is when and if I've ever put a paw out of line, is nothing like a light bashing by a newspaper to curb your behaviour. And let me let you in on a little secret. I'm no strange to a dog collar."

Poodle also shared two lies and one truth, they were:

  • I might be fancy but I'm not afraid to busk it
  • I've been known for being hazel, cerulean and ultra lilac
  • I have to admit I do love to be idolised

Judges' guesses

The Poodle on The Masked Singer (ITV)

Week one

  • Michael Ball
  • Adam Lambert
  • Andrew Scott
  • Rylan Clark-Neal
  • Paul O'Grady

Week two

  • Rylan
  • Snoop Dog
  • Peter Crouch
  • Mika

Fan theories

Many fans think Gary Barlow could be behind Poodle.

"If Poodle isn't Gary Barlow I'll be shocked!! #MaskedSingerUK," wrote one.

Another name that was popular on social media was James Blunt however many others agreed with Mo's first guess of Paul O'Grady.

Following week two guesses included Brian Cox and Mika.

The Masked Singer UK returns on Saturday at 7pm on ITV.

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