Key Takeaways
- David Ortiz, also known as Big Papi, was a contestant on Fox’s reality singing competition series, "The Masked Singer", wearing a costume called Googly Eyes.
- Ortiz performed "Turn Down for What" by DJ Snake and Lil Jon, but was eliminated from the competition after the first round.
- The celebrity judges, including Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, and Rita Ora, made guesses about Ortiz’s identity, with Jeong correctly picking Big Papi.
- Ortiz’s appearance on the show is not the first time a Boston sports star has competed on "The Masked Singer", as his former Red Sox teammate Bronson Arroyo and former Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski have also appeared on the show.
Introduction to The Masked Singer
The Masked Singer is a reality singing competition series that features famous contestants wearing elaborate costumes to hide their identities as they perform for a panel of judges. The show has become a huge success, with many celebrities competing in the past. In the latest season, a new crop of stars joined the competition, including a Boston sports legend who is better known for his hits off the Green Monster instead of wearing monster costumes. The contestant, who was wearing a costume called Googly Eyes, was revealed to be none other than World Series hero and Hall of Fame member David Ortiz, also known as Big Papi.
David Ortiz’s Performance
Big Papi performed "Turn Down for What" by DJ Snake and Lil Jon, but unfortunately, he didn’t earn enough votes from the judges and the audience to make it through to the next round. However, his performance was entertaining, and he had a lot of fun wearing the elaborate costume. In fact, host Nick Cannon noted that the Googly Eyes costume was "the biggest costume" that the show’s ever had, and Ortiz admitted that wearing it was "a straight up workout." Ortiz even joked that he didn’t need to go to the gym for about a month after wearing the costume, saying "I don’t need to go to the gym for about a month. But it was so much fun."
The Judges’ Guesses
The celebrity judges, consisting of Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, and Rita Ora, nearly all chose former Red Sox stars as their final guesses before the big reveal. Thicke ultimately guessed Pedro Martinez, Ora went with Manny Ramirez, while Jeong correctly picked Big Papi. McCarthy Wahlberg, on the other hand, surprisingly guessed Derek Jeter, a former Yankees player. After the reveal, Ortiz poked fun at the Yankees-themed guess, telling the judges "I got something for them: Daa Yankees lose!"
Clues and Hints
Prior to Ortiz’s performance, his Googly Eyes persona teased his true identity during an introduction video, which offered clues like a poster with the words "monster hits." The clip, styled like a job interview, also featured Googly Eyes offering references to a potential employer from famous pals like "Bacon, Krasinski, Tucker," noting, "those guys have my back." These clues were hints at Ortiz’s identity, and fans of the show were able to piece together the clues to guess who was behind the mask.
Boston Sports Stars on The Masked Singer
Big Papi isn’t the first Boston sports star to appear on "The Masked Singer." His former Red Sox teammate Bronson Arroyo competed in season 12 wearing the Sherlock Hound costume. Former Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski, meanwhile, was revealed as the celebrity in the White Tiger outfit way back in season 3. It’s clear that Boston sports stars are fans of the show, and it’s fun to see them compete and have fun on the program.
Conclusion
In conclusion, David Ortiz’s appearance on "The Masked Singer" was a fun and entertaining episode. Although he was eliminated from the competition, he had a great time wearing the elaborate costume and performing for the judges. The show is a great way for celebrities to have fun and showcase their talents, and it’s clear that Ortiz enjoyed his time on the program. With its unique concept and entertaining performances, "The Masked Singer" is a show that will continue to be popular for years to come.