Sarah Palin's Reveal as The Masked Singer's Bear Was the Most Shocking to Date
Fans on Twitter didn't expect to see her beneath the costume.
By Kimberly Zapata
The third (and final) group of singers on season 3 of The Masked Singer took the stage Wednesday night, and after meeting six new costumed celebrities, the Bear was unmasked.
And much to everyone's surprise, it was Sarah Palin beneath the costume.
Masked Singer fans were introduced to six new costumed crooners on Wednesday, March 11, including the Night Angel, Swan, Rhino, and Astronaut—but the Bear got everyone talking. Why? Because this tie-dye wearing, hip-hop singing mammal was excited, animated, and full of spirit. She also sang a version of "Baby Got Back." But fans were left speechless when the Bear removed her mask because it was none other than Sarah Palin.
Yes, the former governor of Alaska and one-time vice presidential nominee was a serious contender on season 3 of The Masked Singer.
The Bear has been a (somewhat) controversial figure.
During the Bear's pre-performance package, she admitted that over the years many have taken issue with her. "I have been both the hunter and hunted," she said. She also revealed she has been (and can be) a little bit "polarizing." That said, everything the Bear has done has been to "protect my [her] cubs."
The Bear's performance was very energetic.
If you missed Palin's rendition of "Baby Got Back," watch it now.
Despite giving some solid clues, everyone was shocked when the Bear took off her mask.
When it came time to guess the Bear's identity, most of the judges thought she was a former Full House star. Candace Cameron Bure and Jodie Sweetin were both named. However, no one (and I mean no one) saw Palin coming.
Seconds after her reveal, social media began lighting up.
I NEVER thought I would be watching Sarah Palin sing Baby Got Back in a tie dyed pink and blue bear costume......yet.....here I am. pic.twitter.com/7E04qt0I0g
— KC KC (@agoblinsmom) March 12, 2020
When Sarah Palin took off the Bear Mask... #TheMaskedSinger pic.twitter.com/n1CRIJdY07
— Krystian King 👸🏾♥️ (@krystianrenee_) March 12, 2020
Of course, this isn't Palin's first time on TV. The author and politician previously hosted Sarah Palin's Alaska. When asked why she participated in The Masked Singer, Palin admitted it was to change public perception.
"It's amazing how the media can brand you. They can introduce you as a caricature that you are not, and once they start ringing bells, you can't really unring the bells unless you have an opportunity like this... to show a different, more sincere side of you," she said.
New episodes of The Masked Singer air every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m ET on FOX.