To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a webbrowser that supports HTML5video Rita Ora has been replaced on The Masked Singer judging panel, with Maya Jama now taking her spot. The Hot Right Now singer, 33, joined the ITV competition in 2020, but moved over to the US version last year, taking over from Nicole Scherzinger . Reports later emerged that Rita had quit the British programme , with Love Island host Maya now confirmed to be taking over.
The 30-year-old joins Mo Gilligan , Davina McCall , Jonathan Ross , who all resume their celebrity detective roles, as well as host Joel Dommett. She said: ‘I’m such a Masked Singer fan, so joining the panel alongside Davina, Jonathan, and Mo—and of course working with Joel—is going to be so much fun! ‘I can’t wait to figure out who’s underneath all those incredible costumes, vibe to their performances, and get front-row seats to the unmaskings. ‘I’ve watched the show for a long time, so I’m definitely bringing my A-game to the panel!’ Katie Rawcliffe, Head of Entertainment & Daytime Commissioning, ITV said: ‘The Masked Singer is back and promises to kick off 2025 with a bang.
TV’s favourite guessing game welcomes the sensational Maya Jama who will be joining our expert detectives, Jonathan Ross, Davina McCall and Mo Gilligan all alongside Joel Dommett. We can’t wait.’ Daniel Nettleton and Derek McLean, Co-Founders of production company Bandicoot TV added: ‘When we decided.