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Who is Panda on The Masked Singer 2022? All the clues and theories so far

The Masked Singer UK has returned for 2022 and many ITV viewers have been trying to work out who is behind the masks.

Twelve new characters joined the line-up this year, which kicked off on New Year's Day, including Panda who has so far left judges Davina McCall, Rita Ora, Jonathan Ross, and Mo Gilligan baffled.

Others in the line-up include Traffic Cone, Rockhopper, Poodle and many more. You can see a full list of eliminations and those still left in the running here.

Read more: The Masked Singer 2022: Who is Doughnuts? All the clues and theories

For those unfamiliar with the format, The Masked Singer sees celebrities conceal their identities in an attempt to stump viewers and the panel alike as they sing on stage under a guise.

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

Who is Panda on The Masked Singer 2022?

Panda (ITV)

Panda songs

Levitating - Dua Lipa

Hot Stuff - Donna Summer

Panda clues

Week one

Panda's VT was filmed in the woods and they told the camera: "I do love an adventure."

They also said they were a solitary creature and an introverted extrovert.

They added: "Being out and about in the wold comes second nature to me. From a young age I've always followed my own path."

Panda also said: "This wont be the first time I've been connected to these creatures."

In their extra clue after their performance, Panda told the panel: "It's not the first time I've been this animated."

Week two

We were back in the countryside for Panda's second VT with some more references to exploring, travel and nature.

Panda was also seen toasting marshmallows with the letters TWDFL written on them.

The character said: "Sometimes, I think, if you gaze at the stars long enough, you'll become one of them. "

Panda was seen with a hammer and talked about "building" a career.

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

  • You could say something about me was elf like
  • I've made my name in footwear
  • I'm not old fashioned I'm thoroughly modern

Judges' guesses

Panda on The Masked Singer (ITV)

Week one

Referencing the outdoorsy vibe, Jonathan guessed Countryfile presenter Helen Skelton and also pointed out she could tap dance, which he'd seen Panda do.

Meanwhile Mo suggested Emily Atack after linking a star sewn onto Panda's shorts to I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!.

Davina and Rita went with actors Keeley Hawes and Emily Blunt.

Week two

Kate Hudson

Renee Zellweger

Amanda Holden

Fan theories

A theory circulating on social media is that Alesha Dixon could be behind the mask.

Aside from the amazing voice, during their first VT Panda stood at a podium with the word "talent show" written on it which could be a reference to BGT.

Alesha also dropped an Asda clothing collection last year which featured panda print as it's her daughter's favourite animal.

Taking to Twitter, one viewer wrote: "THAT IS ALESHA DIXON" as a second tweeted: "Panda is 100000% Alesha Dixon."

Another popular guess is Natalie Imbruglia, as well as Winterwatch presenter Michaela Strachan, you can read more on this here.

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

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