Joel Dommett, host of The Masked Singer, experienced a significant slip-up during the show’s upcoming Boxing Day special. The festive episode will showcase celebrities disguised as various Christmas-themed characters, featuring playful names such as Santa’s Sack, Goose A-Laying, Figgy Pudding, and Mistletoe.
Joel Dommett’s Christmas Mistake
While interacting with the character Mistletoe, Dommett inadvertently revealed the celebrity’s name, a surprising move for someone with six years of hosting experience. He recounted the moment, stating, “I can’t believe I did it.” The recognizable chuckle of Mistletoe led him to mistakenly announce their identity. Dommett admitted, “It just came out. Their actual name!”
Realizing his mistake too late, he faced repercussions from the show’s producers. Dommett noted that while the judges had likely guessed Mistletoe’s identity, the producers made it clear that he needed to avoid such blunders in the future. “I was on the naughty step,” he added.
Background on The Masked Singer
The Masked Singer will air its Christmas special on Boxing Day, December 26th, at 7:30 PM on ITV1. Following the festive episode, a new season of The Masked Singer UK is set to premiere on January 3, 2026.
Previous Embarrassments
This incident isn’t the first awkward moment for Dommett. Earlier this year, he reflected on an embarrassing event involving judge Maya Jama. At the time, he was unaware that Jama had recently ended her relationship with rapper Stormzy, yet he kept singing one of his songs during filming.
Dommett expressed regret over the situation, admitting, “I felt really bad about it.” He noted that a crew member eventually informed him of the breakup. Despite the awkwardness, he mentioned that Jama took it in stride and “just laughed it off.”
Conclusion
As Christmas approaches, viewers can look forward to the special episode of The Masked Singer, while also anticipating new dynamics in the upcoming season. Dommett’s slip-up serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of live television.
