Keisha Buchanan unmasked as Moth and wins The Masked Singer final

Keisha Buchanan, a founding member of Sugababes, was revealed as Moth and crowned the champion of The Masked Singer after Saturday night’s final (ET). The singer beat TV presenter Ben Shephard, who finished second as Conkers, and soul star Mica Paris, unmasked as Toastie in third place, after a night of high-energy performances and surprise returns.

Finale performances, reveals and judges’ reactions

The final three — Moth, Toastie and Conkers — delivered a varied set of songs that showcased range and stagecraft. Buchanan performed numbers that ranged from pop anthems to power ballads, including a rendition of Only Girl (In The World) and Foreigner’s I Want To Know What Love Is. Maya Jama correctly guessed the Moth’s identity onstage, prompting applause and celebration from the panel and audience.

Speaking after the unmasking, Buchanan said, “Honestly, I’ve had the best time, I think I’m more of an introvert than I am an extrovert, actually. And I think this has, you know, without the girls by my side, it’s kind of like made me a lot more confident, and it’s really brought me out of my shell. ” She later described tackling songs by Whitney Houston and Aerosmith as particularly challenging, calling them the hardest choices because of her admiration for the artists.

Ben Shephard’s reveal as Conkers surprised the panel, in part because he had appeared on the show earlier in the series in a different role. He reflected on the experience by saying, “It’s an extraordinary experience, having turned 50, I thought I’ve got to do a few more scary things. And I think tonight was probably my favourite, and it felt like I’d won just being able to come on the show. ” His final performance included a spirited take on Mr Brightside.

Mica Paris, who finished third as Toastie, said she entered the competition for family reasons. “I’ve had the best time, it’s been so amazing. I wanted to do it for my grandkids… they don’t (know that I am doing The Masked Singer), they know I’m doing a show but they don’t know what it is, ” she said following her unmasking.

Guest appearances and memorable moments

The final also featured a string of returns and surprise duets from previous masked performers. Last year’s winner joined the line-up for special performances, and several former contestants came back for one-off collaborations that added an emotional and theatrical finish to the series. Among the returnees were established recording artists who stepped back into masks for creative duets that blended past reveals with the evening’s competition tension.

Panelists offered a mix of comic commentary and genuine musical analysis across the night, helping steer guesses while reacting to the spectacle onstage. The combination of elaborate costumes, carefully chosen song selections and producers’ clues sustained suspense until the final unmasking.

What the win means for Buchanan and the show

For Buchanan, the victory is a moment of renewed public attention and a chance to reconnect with fans in a new setting. She described the series as a confidence boost and an opportunity to push herself beyond familiar territory. Winning the show places her in a line of artists who have used the anonymity of the format to take creative risks and present a different side of their artistry.

The final night reinforced the show’s mix of spectacle, secrecy and music-led entertainment, delivering both emotional reveals and light-hearted amusement. For viewers it provided a blend of nostalgia and surprise, with established names stepping into eccentric costumes to sing and compete for the title.

As the credits rolled on Saturday night (ET), Buchanan’s unmasking and victory closed a series that balanced celebrity mystery with full-throttle performance, leaving audiences and participants alike reflecting on the challenge and thrill of competing while concealed.