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The Masked Singer 2022: Who is Rockhopper? All the clues and theories so far

The Masked Singer UK has returned for 2022 and many ITV viewers are desperate to know who Rockhopper is.

Rockhopper is part of the series three line-up which also includes Traffic Cone, Panda, Poodle and many more. You can see a full list of eliminations and those still left in the running here.

As well as a string of performances on stage, Rockhopper shared some clues to their identity with judges Davina McCall, Rita Ora, Jonathan Ross, and Mo Gilligan.

Read more: Who is Mushroom on The Masked Singer 2022? Clues and fan theories

Here's everything you need to know about Rockhopper, from fan theories to clues and guesses from the judges.

Who is RockHopper on The Masked Singer 2022?

The Masked Singer's Rockhopper (PA)

Rockhopper songs

Higher Love - Kygo Ft Whitney Houston

Love Is a Losing Game - Amy Winehouse

Rockhopper clues

Week one

In their introduction video Rockhopper said: "Just call me the entertainer because I am going to bring you a show."

There were also many references to the circus as The Greatest Showman theme tune played in the background.

The character added: "Rockhopper penguins are known for their ability to jump."

Following their time on stage Rockhopper shared another clue, telling the judges: "This penguin made headlines being the first."

Week two

Rockhopper appeared at a circus for the second time running in their week two video.

They said: "Don't mistake me, I'm no stranger to giving my opinion, and I'll gladly let you hear it. I love to talk, but I love to support, inspire and empower even more."

The comment let to judge Mo suggesting the person under the mask had a famous podcast.

Rockhopper added: "The Arctic is a great white way, after all. So, if I can huddle and help my fellow penguins, then that's what I'm gonna do."

Rockhopper also shared two lies and one truth, they were:

  • I'm a big fan of a weekend meal delivered in the evening
  • Sporting events are where I feel right at home
  • Even though it's cold I still know how to slay

Judges' guesses

(ITV)

Week one

Davina thought the jumping reference could be linked to Channel 4's series The Jump which she presented and guessed Kimberly Wyatt.

Meanwhile Mo said: "You mentioned circus. This person does a show that's a bit like a circus – Britain's Got Talent judge Alesha Dixon."

Rita suggested actor Zendaya who starred in The Greatest Showman could be behind the mask while Jonathan guessed Nicole Scherzinger.

Week two

Zara Larsson

Robyn

Fearne Cotton

Jamelia

Ashley Roberts

Fleur East

Fan theories

Like Rita many fans at home thought it could indeed be the Spiderman star Zendaya. "Rockhopper, I'm telling you, that's Zendaya! #MaskedSingerUK," wrote one viewer.

Another popular guess on social media is Pussycat Doll Ashley Roberts.

Following the second week a popular name on social media was Welsh singer Cerys Matthews from Catatonia.

One viewer questioned: "Could Rockhopper be Cerys Matthews from Catatonia?" while one said: "Rockhopper is Cerys Matthews."

The Masked Singer UK returns on Saturday at 7pm on ITV.

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