Fans Uncover Conkers’ Identity on The Masked Singer Ahead of Finale

Fans of *The Masked Singer* believe they have uncovered the identity of the character Conkers, speculating that it is actor Mathew Horne, known for his role in the hit series *Gavin and Stacey*. The revelation comes as the seventh series of the popular reality show approaches its conclusion, with only two episodes remaining for viewers to deduce the identities of the remaining contestants.

Since the series began, seven celebrities have already been unmasked. The first two to reveal themselves were Alex Jones from *The One Show* and rapper Professor Green, who were exposed as Disc Jockey and Teabag, respectively. Following them, singers John Lydon and Marcella Detroit were unveiled as the Yak and Gargoyle. A particularly dramatic moment occurred when Kate Nash and judge Anton Du Beke of *Strictly Come Dancing* emerged from the Monkey Business and Arctic Fox disguises.

In the most recent episode aired on January 31, 2024, comedian Harry Hill surprised the judging panel, which includes Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross, Mo Gilligan, and Maya Jama, by being unmasked as the Red Panda. As fans eagerly await the semi-final on February 7, 2024, speculation is rife about the identity of Conkers, who has been hinting at their background throughout the series.

Viewers have shared their theories online, with many asserting that Conkers is indeed Mathew Horne. “How can no one else hear that it’s clearly Mathew Horne from *Gavin and Stacey*?” one fan commented on a Facebook group. Another added, “Yes, it’s definitely him; I know his voice so well!” Others have put forward names like Mark Owen of Take That and Jim Howick from *Ghosts* as potential candidates.

Conkers first appeared on the show during the second episode, which aired on January 4, 2024. The character performed “Nice to Meet You” by Myles Smith and later showcased their vocal talents with “Jump Around” by House of Pain. Conkers has also sung “I’m A Believer” by Smash Mouth and “History” by One Direction, earning praise for their engaging performances.

Throughout the series, Conkers has consistently referenced “knights” during their clue segments and expressed enthusiasm for challenges. They stated: “I’ve thrown down the gauntlet… I’m a knight of passion for feasting, fighting and facing my fears, of which there’s rather a lot.” This has led many to suggest an acting background, as Conkers noted they have “played many parts” and teased a connection to competition.

As the series progresses, various celebrities have been speculated as potential identities for Conkers. Currently, Jamie Oliver is viewed as a frontrunner with odds of 3/1, while Sam Thompson and Perri Kiely are considered less likely candidates. The anticipation surrounding Mathew Horne’s possible identity continues to build as fans await the semi-final reveal.

*The Masked Singer* is available to stream on ITVX, keeping fans engaged and guessing until the very end. As the show prepares for its grand finale, viewers remain eager to see if their theories hold true.