Can of Worms: The Masked Singer's Latest Enigma
The seventh series of ITV's The Masked Singer has returned for 2026, bringing with it a fresh batch of mysterious costumes for audiences to decipher. Among the new lineup is one that plays on a familiar phrase for complexity: Can of Worms. Hosted once again by Joel Dommett, with panellists Jonathan Ross, Davina McCall, Mo Gilligan, and Maya Jama returning as detectives, the show promises another season of intrigue and speculation.
Maya Jama has already singled out Can of Worms as her favourite performance from the series, praising the character's rapping ability and impeccable timing. "They don't miss a beat!" she exclaimed, hinting that this skill could be a vital clue to uncovering the celebrity beneath the costume.
Decoding the Clues: What We Know So Far
The clues presented for Can of Worms are varied and intriguing, offering multiple angles for speculation:
- An American accent is used, though its authenticity is questioned.
- A plate of pastries in the first VT suggests a possible connection to breakfast television.
- Gardening references abound, with phrases like "Here's my patch" and discussions of growing "beautiful things."
- A framed photo of James May and Richard Hammond hints at links to Top Gear or Clarkson's Farm.
- Mentions of wrestling with wildlife and a naughty step imply someone with children.
- Vegetable gardening and "five-a-day" references point towards healthy eating advocacy.
- A set of keys labelled "If lost, return to Jamie xx" and a book titled The History of Canadian Birds add further layers.
- The song Hopelessly Devoted plays in the background, with Can of Worms stating, "I'm eternally devoted to my daisies."
- The performance of Ghostbusters by Ray Parker Jr. offers another potential hint.
Celebrity Theories: Who Could Be Behind the Mask?
The panellists and audiences have proposed several compelling theories about the identity of Can of Worms:
Kaleb Cooper: Guest judge Anne-Marie suggested the Clarkson's Farm star, citing farming references in the clues. However, doubts were raised about the American accent's authenticity, given Cooper's distinctive voice.
Robbie Williams: Davina McCall pointed to the mention of "Stoke," linking it to Williams' birthplace, Stoke-on-Trent. She also noted references to family and "written in the stars," possibly alluding to his comedian father, Pete Conway.
Paul Whitehouse: Mo Gilligan connected the costume to fishing, leading to a discussion about Whitehouse, known for his role in Only Fools and Horses and his mother's opera background. Davina added that the height of Can of Worms matches the 67-year-old Welsh actor.
Jamie Oliver: Davina's guess after the second performance, supported by the keys labelled "Jamie," the "five-a-day" reference, and a clue about being "devoted to my daisies"—Oliver has a daughter named Daisy. Joel Dommett's bonus clue about bringing something to the boil further strengthens this theory.
Charlie Cooper: Mo theorised that the This Country star might be the celebrity, interpreting the "daisies" clue as a nod to his sister, Daisy May Cooper.
Marvin Humes: Some fans on X are convinced it's the JLS member, citing the rapping ability and American accent, though evidence remains speculative.
The Masked Singer 2026 continues to air on ITV1 and ITVX, keeping viewers guessing as more clues unfold. With such a diverse range of theories, the identity of Can of Worms remains one of the season's most tantalising mysteries.
