The Masked Singer Season 14 Premiere Reveals MLB Legend David Ortiz in Shock Double Elimination

The wait is over, and it didn't disappoint. The Masked Singer season 14 kicked off on January 7, 2026, with a two-hour spectacle that combined massive star power with a frustratingly brilliant cliffhanger. Host Nick Cannon set the stakes high, revealing that the night would feature 10 all-new masks, including the most decorated star in the show's history.

The Masked Singer Season 14 David Ortiz Unmasking: Big Papi Takes a Bow

The premiere utilized a pairing format where five contestants moved forward and five headed to the 'unusual suspects' group for a final vote. The biggest shock of the night came when Googly Eyes was unmasked as none other than David Ortiz, the Baseball Hall of Famer and Boston Red Sox icon. Despite his legendary status, he was the first to be sent home after his rendition of 'Turn Down for What'.

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• Galaxy Girl defeated Handyman with a cover of Chappell Roan.
• Pugcasso won against Queen Corgi.
• Scarab triumphed over the Croissants.
• Stingray outlasted Snow Cone.
• Cat Witch—revealed to be Kylie Cantrall—beat Googly Eyes.

A Frustrating Twist: The Croissants Mystery

Just when fans thought the night couldn't get any wilder, the show delivered a curveball. The Croissants duo was the second act eliminated, but instead of showing their faces, the screen featured blurred-out question marks. Viewers will have to wait until next Wednesday to find out which celebrity couple is hiding behind the pastry masks.