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Drake Bell Revealed on ‘The Masked Singer’: What You Need to Know
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Drake Bell Revealed on ‘The Masked Singer’: What You Need to Know

The Ice King has been unmasked.

On the latest episode of Fox’s “The Masked Singer,” it was revealed Wednesday that the Ice King is none other than iconic former child star and one of Nickelodeon’s most beloved comedy stars, Drake Bell.

Bell was unmasked after being eliminated on episode 8 of the show, in which he performed a cover of Miley’s “Midnight Sky” for Miley Cyrus Night. Of the panelists, only Jenny McCarthy correctly guessed Bell. While Ken Jeong predicted the Ice King would be Joe Jonas, Rita Ora chose Shia LaBeouf and Robin Thicke said Cole Sprouse.

“It’s been a long road and very difficult,” Bell said after his elimination. “But to come here and do something like this and see the support and put a smile on people’s faces again, this is why we are entertainers… It’s just a joy to be able to be back on stage. “

The former child actor, who released his latest album ‘Non-Stop Flight’ last month, also took part in the Mexican edition of ‘The Masked Singer’ as Bebé Alien.

Bell references “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids’ TV” while talking as Ice King

Before taking the stage, Bell spoke about his connection with Cyrus and his openness to the world, all under the guise of the Ice King.

“Miley and I actually have a lot in common,” the former “Drake & Josh” star, 37, said in the video. “We both know that the media can be totally uncool. And this year I was part of a firestorm of press. I finally felt ready to tell my truth to the world, and I did. And then I immediately regretted it.”

Without going into details, Bell as Ice King said: “I imagined my words on the news and on the Internet and I completely panicked. I begged them to retract my story. I didn’t want it published, but that power was beyond my power.” range.”

He added that although he was struck by fear and anxiety when speaking publicly about his trauma, he now sees his honesty as an act of strength.

“The night it was released, I was a total disaster. Frozen,” he continued. “But once I saw how many people could relate, I felt the weight off my shoulders. My story is out there.”

He continued, “I worked hard to put that chapter behind me, and that’s what I wanted more than anything. And to those of you who support me, thank you. Because your support makes me feel like the sky is the limit .”

As Ice King, Bell referenced the documentary series “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids’ TV,” in which he spoke out about sexual abuse while starring in the Nickelodeon series “Drake and Josh.”

Which Celebrities Have Been Revealed on ‘The Masked Singer’?

Celebrities previously unmasked on the show include:

  • Week 1: John Elway as Leaf Sheep
  • Week 2: Nicole Brown as Showbird
  • Week 3: Marsai Martin as Woodpecker
  • Week 3: Paula Cole as ship
  • Week 4: Andy Richter as Dust Bunny
  • Week 5: Laverne Cox as chess piece
  • Week 6: Natalie Imbruglia as Bluebell
  • Week 7: Bethany Hamilton as Macaron

‘The Masked Singer’ remaining contestants

  • Wasp
  • Royal Knight
  • Sherlock dog
  • Buffalo
  • Gunk
  • Strawberry Shortcake

How to watch ‘The Masked Singer’

“The Masked Singer” airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. on Fox. New episodes will be available to stream on Hulu the next day.

The show, now in its twelfth season, will also see the return of popular themes such as ‘Soundtrack of My Life’ and ‘Thanksgiving Night’, along with new themes such as ‘Sports Night’, ’60’s Night’ and a first in its kind ‘Who Are You Fest’, with music from memorable festival line-ups, according to FOX.

Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] and follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7.