The Masked Singer fans are buzzing with excitement, convinced they've cracked the code on the identity of Galaxy Girl! Could it be pop icon Ashlee Simpson hiding behind the dazzling costume? Let's dive into the clues and see if the evidence stacks up.
The Season 14 premiere of The Masked Singer showcased 10 masked celebrities, each delivering performances while concealing their true identities. While we already know that MLB player David “Big Papi” Ortiz was behind the Googly Eyes get-up, the other contestants remain a mystery.
But here's where it gets interesting: viewers are already speculating about the identities of the remaining performers, including the duo known as The Croissants, who many believe are Todd and Julie Chrisley from Chrisley Knows Best. However, the spotlight is on Galaxy Girl, with many fans pointing to Ashlee Simpson as the celebrity under the mask.
So, what's the evidence?
Firstly, eagle-eyed viewers noticed a calendar in the clue package that circled “Friday the 13th.” This immediately sparked connections to Ashlee's song “Just Let Me Cry,” featured on the Freaky Friday soundtrack in 2003.
Then there's the hint about being “lost in the background” before rising to fame. This could be a reference to Ashlee's older sister, Jessica Simpson, who achieved stardom before Ashlee gained recognition for her own talents. The distinctiveness of the performer's voice also led many to believe that the former reality star was beneath the disguise.
Furthermore, the clue package mentioned being the youngest on stage at the best schools. This aligns with the fact that Ashlee was the youngest person ever admitted to the School of American Ballet at just 11 years old. And if that wasn't enough, some viewers pointed out that Galaxy Girl's dance moves mirrored Ashlee's signature style.
These theories have taken over the comments section of a TikTok video showcasing Galaxy Girl's performance.
“Ashlee Simpson ! I know that voice!” one person confidently stated.
“The last ‘oh yeahhh’ is 100000% Ashlee,” another guessed.
“It’s Ashlee Simpson. Go study her natural dance moves. She dances just like this,” a third agreed.
“It’s Ashlee! She was the youngest in the School of American Ballet at 11 years old. She mentioned being in the background (she was Jessica’s backup dancer at the beginning of Jessica’s career),” remarked a fourth.
“Ashlee Simpson and the Friday 13th clue could be her song Just let me cry was in Freaky Friday,” assured a fifth.
“If you lived in the autobiography era, you would know that this voice is Ashlee Simpson,” noted a sixth.
However, the show's panel of “detectives,” including Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy, Ken Jeong, and Rita Ora, had different ideas, guessing Lindsay Lohan, Emma Stone, or Jennifer Love Hewitt. Other fan theories have included pop superstars Miley Cyrus and Lady Gaga, but the consensus leans heavily towards Ashlee Simpson.
Controversially, some fans even playfully connect this theory to the possibility that Ashlee's husband, Evan Ross, is the Stingray, another contestant.
So, is it Ashlee Simpson? We'll have to wait for the big reveal in future episodes to know for sure. The Masked Singer airs on Fox on Wednesdays at 8:00 p.m. EST/PST and is available to stream on Disney+ and Hulu. What do you think? Do you agree with the Ashlee Simpson theory, or do you have another guess? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
