Poodle Moth Identity & Clues

Summary

• The Masked Singer season 11’s Poodle Moth was unmasked and revealed to be This Is Us actress Chrissy Metz.
• Poodle Moth was saved by the panelists with the Ding Dong Keep It On Bell, which secured her a spot in the quarterfinals.
• The Masked Singer panelists’ final guesses for Poodle Moth’s identity were Shania Twain (Robin), Chrissy Metz (Jenny), Melissa McCarthy (Ken), and Faith Hill (Rita).

The Masked Singer season 11 featured Poodle Moth as one of its 16 mystery celebrity contestants, and she was revealed to be This Is Us actress Chrissy Metz. The Masked Singer season 11 welcomed back host Nick Cannon, along with original panelists, Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, and Ken Jeong. For season 11, Nicole Scherzinger was starring in London’s West End production of Sunset Boulevard, so Rita Ora took her place on the panel.

The Masked Singer season 11 Group C contestants included Clock, Lizard (Sisqó), Spaghetti & Meatballs (Joe Bastianich), and Wild Card contestant Billy Bush. During the Group C finals, Clock and Poodle Moth competed in the Battle Royale. Clock moved on to the quarterfinals, while Poodle Moth was saved when Rita rang the Ding Dong Keep It On Bell. However, after her Smackdown with Gumball during the quarterfinals, Poodle Moth was unmasked and revealed to be Chrissy.

Poodle Moth’s Billy Joel Night Performance & Clues

During The Masked Singer season 11 Billy Joel Night, Poodle Moth sang “Just the Way You Are.” She began her clue package by staring at the full moon in the night sky and saying, “If you’re like me, you’re probably wondering what a poodle moth is. And would you believe only one has ever been found in the world? Luckily, getting discovered once is all you need.”

Poodle Moth continued walking in a tree-lined plaza saying, “For my entire life, I was drawn to the flame.” At that point a streetlamp lit up as she passed it, and she stopped to look at it. She said, “But I always felt like the bright lights were never meant for me.” Poodle Moth then reached into a tree and pulled a cowboy hat from its leaves and looked at it.

Poodle Moth went on to say, “I told myself I was never going to be pretty enough or funny enough or talented enough to actually make it. So, I took a step back and helped others achieve their dreams. And, while I loved that, I desperately wanted to spread my own wings.”She picked up a book with a wavy American flag on the cover off of a bench, and read it.

The Masked Singer season 11 contestant said, “But, if I could just take that first step, the light I thought was so impossible to find would be one step closer. So, I took the leap, and I was discovered.” As many lanterns lit up and rose to the sky, one of them had a red moth on it. Poodle Moth said, “It showed me that I am one of a kind. And, like Billy says, you’re perfect just the way you are.”

After Poodle Moth’s performance, another clue was revealed about her. As “Big Shot” by Billy Joel played, the Men in Black played baseball. One pitched a baseball, while another hit it to the panelists. The baseball had “OPRY” printed on it in black writing. Poodle Moth explained, “I felt like a big shot when I performed at the Grand Ole Opry.”

Poodle Moth’s TV Theme Night Performance & Clues

On The Masked Singer season 11 TV Theme Night, Poodle Moth sang “Unwritten” by Natasha Bedingfield, the theme song from The Hills. Poodle Moth’s clue package began with a recap of her Billy Joel Night performance. She admitted, “I was pretty scared to do that last performance. It’s not always easy to put myself out there.”

The scene then changed to a stone house with a lighthouse with its light on. Poodle Moth shared, “In my life, I was raised to know one thing: sometimes the ones you love the most leave, without so much as a letter.” Poodle Moth then began to write a letter. She continued, “My dad left a hole in my heart that I never have filled. I’d send him letters that were always ‘return to sender,’ with each return stamp breaking my heart.” A pile of letters to her dad marked “return to sender” was then shown, along with a postcard of a painted kitten with flowers with a kitten stamp.

A framed photograph of comedy and tragedy masks and an old-fashioned telephone were then shown. Poodle went on to say, “If that one person who’s only job is to love you won’t, then who will?” Poodle Moth continued writing, saying, “Until, one day, I decided to write a letter to myself. I needed to realize I was capable of being loved the way that I deserved.” She then wrote, “You are enough,” on a piece of paper.

Poodle Moth then pushed the returned letters off of the desk, which also had a quill pen and a model ship on it. She went on to say, “I’ve learned to use my talents to help other kids who are looking for their answers, just like I was.” She then picked up a jar of fireflies. Poodle Moth concluded by saying, “I’m writing my own story, and tonight I have chosen a TV theme song that reminds me of the beauty of what’s still to come. Because there’s still so much unwritten.” As she said this, she released the fireflies from the jar, and they flew up to the sky.

After Poodle Moth’s performance, another clue was given about her identity. Heidi and Spencer Pratt from The Hills presented the clue. Heidi said that Poodle Moth sang the theme song to their show, which was all about Hollywood It-girls. She then mentioned another show about famous girls, Gilmore Girls. The choir that had accompanied Poodle Moth during her performance then sang part of “Where You Lead,” the theme song from Gilmore Girls. Poodle Moth explained, “I have a very special connection to Gilmore Girls that hits very close to home.”

Poodle Moth’s Shower Anthems Night Performances & Clues

The Masked Singer season 11 Shower Anthems Night began with the Group C finalists, Poodle Moth, Clock, and Lizard, singing “Shower” by Becky G. Poodle Moth later sang a heartfelt version of “The House That Built Me” by Miranda Lambert. Poodle Moth’s clue package began with her sitting in a bathtub. She said, “Being here as this cuddle bug has really let me spread my wings.”

When asked what singing in the shower does for her, Poodle Moth replied, “Music has always been my therapy. And while some people sing pop hits in the shower for fun, I use it as a time of total emotional release. And I let the tears fall while I sing.” Poodle Moth then sat down in a chair, saying, “Like when my family sold our childhood home. That house was filled with some pretty tumultuous memories.” She opened a book to two facing pages that had some writing and a painting of a house with a giant number 3 on a flag on a post in front of it.

The title of the book, An Extraordinary Moth, was then shown. Poodle Moth continued, “Growing up was tough. There was so much sadness within those walls. I dreamed of leaving it. Yet, when it came time to clear out the kitchen, repaint the hallway, I couldn’t help but feel like a part of me was gone.” The other page of the book was then shown, which said, “Once upon a time, There was a beautiful Poodle Moth who lived on a beautiful street…,” as the painting of the house disappeared on the facing page.

Poodle Moth then picked up a frond from a plant and waved it as she said, “But, that was the house that built me. For better or worse. Living there taught me resilience, and now I try to lock the doors on the negative memories, and open windows to positivity.” Poodle Moth was then shown getting ready for her Shower Anthems Night performance as she concluded with, “And, thanks to a few good shower cries, I know I can push through to begin each day confident and free.“

After Poodle Moth’s Shower Anthems Night performance, another clue about her identity was revealed, which was the Masked Singer cast member to whom she had a connection. Nick retrieved a bar of soap on a rope from a shower which said, “Robin.” Poodle Moth explained, “Well, Robin, working with your dad (I’m gonna cry) is part of one of the biggest moments of my career and my life.“

Later in the episode, Clock went head-to-head with Poodle Moth in the Battle Royale, after Lizard was unmasked and revealed to be Sisqó. They both sang lively versions of “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. Clock became the Group C champion and made it through to the quarter-finals, which meant that Poodle Mask would be unmasked. However, Rita rang the Ding Dong Keep It On Bell, and Poodle Moth also advanced to the quarterfinals, concealing her true identity.

Poodle Moth’s Quarterfinals Performances & Clues

During The Masked Singer season 11 quarterfinals, Poodle Moth sang a lively version of “Price Tag” by Jessie J ft. B.O.B. Poodle Moth’s clue package began with a recap of her Ding Dong Keep It On Bell Save. She said, “I was so disappointed when I lost the Battle Royale, so when the entire panel saved me, I was so grateful. Being saved reminds me of another time in my life when I was saved right when I needed it most.” Poodle Moth was then shown sitting outside in front of a gazebo.

Poodle Moth continued, “Before my big break, I had no cash, a credit card gaining interest, and even had to borrow money for gas. I was afraid of answering my phone, just in case it was the debt collectors again. Until one time, I was thisclose to ignoring it, but for some reason, something in me picked up. And, thank goodness, because that call changed everything.” Poodle Moth was then shown answering her cell phone.

Poodle Moth went to say, “I got my big break, and, well, the rest is history. And now, all of these years later, I’m here on the most fantastical stage, singing my heart out as the adorable Poodle Moth. And I’ve learned that you can’t put a price tag on fate.“ Throughout the clue package, scenes from her previous performances and rehearsal footage were shown.

After Poodle Moth’s performance, another clue was revealed about her identity. A ringing Poodle Moth-decorated phone was brought out. The voice on the other end said, “Oh, Poodle Moth. Is there anything you can’t do? Seriously. From performing in that costume to earning a Golden Globe nomination, your talents are endless. Keep singing your heart out. I love you to the moon and back.” After the phone call, Poodle Moth exclaimed, “Oh my gosh! I’m gonna cry! I know who that is! That was my sister! Yes! How did you even contact her? She’s so shy. I’m surprised she did that.”

Later in the episode, Clock and Goldfish advanced to the semifinals after the audience vote, while Poodle Moth went head-to-head with Gumball in the Smackdown. They both sang incredible versions of “If I Could Turn Back Time” by Cher. However, Gumball won the Smackdown and moved on to the semifinals, while Poodle Moth was eliminated from the competition. She was unmasked and revealed to be actress Chrissy Metz.

Poodle Moth’s Identity Predictions From The Masked Singer Panelists

The Masked Singer season 11 panelists had many great guesses for Poodle Moth’s identity. Robin and Rita used the Grand Ole Opry clue to guess two legendary country singers. Robin thought that Poodle Moth might be Trisha Yearwood, while Rita guessed Wynonna Judd. However, Ken went in a completely different direction and declared that Poodle Moth was Rita Wilson, although the other panelists didn’t agree with his guess.

On TV Theme Night, Ken changed his guess to Melissa McCarthy. Melissa is Jenny’s cousin, and, although she liked the guess, she didn’t think Ken was right. She chose Lauren Graham. Robin agreed that Poodle Moth was most likely an actress, and guessed Connie Britton.

During Shower Anthems Night, Rita changed her mind from thinking that Poodle Moth was a country singer to an actress. She used the connection to Robin’s dad, late actor Alan Thicke, to guess Sharon Stone. Robin thought that could be a good guess, but Ken came up with Brooke Shields.

Robin took some time to think, and thought that Poodle Moth might be Shania Twain because she’d stayed at Alan’s house while she was trying to get a record deal. Although they saved her with the Ding Dong Keep It On Bell, the panelists had made their final guesses when they thought she’d be unmasked. They guessed Shania Twain (Robin), Mandy Moore (Jenny), Brooke Shields (Ken), and Sharon Stone (Rita).

During The Masked Singer quarterfinals, Rita thought that Poodle Moth might be Sheryl Crow, while Ken declared that she could be Riley Keough. Jenny guessed that Poodle Moth was Chrissy Metz. Before Poodle Moth’s unmasking, the panelists’ final guesses for Poodle Moth’s identity wereShania Twain (Robin), Chrissy Metz (Jenny), Melissa McCarthy (Ken), and Faith Hill (Rita).

The Masked Singer’s Poodle Moth Is Actress & Singer Chrissy Metz

Jenny was the only Masked Singer panelists who guessed Poodle Moth’s identity correctly as This Is Us actress and singer Chrissy Metz. Jenny was close to being correct earlier in the season with her guess of Mandy Moore, who played Chrissy’s mother on This Is Us. When Chrissy was eight years old, her father left her and her family. Her mother later married Chrissy’s stepfather, whom Chrissy described as verbally and physically abusive in her memoir This Is Me: Loving the Person You Are Today.

Many of the other clues proved that Poodle Moth was Chrissy. The cowboy hat and Grand Ole Opry clues were nods to the fact that Chrissy has sung at the Grand Ole Opry. She’s an accomplished singer who has released a lot of music. In addition, Chrissy worked as a preschool teacher and an agent before becoming an actress, which would explain the reference to her helping others achieve their dreams. The book with the American flag on the cover referred to her role in American Horror Story: Freak Show.

There were also many important This Is Us references. The Gilmore Girls connection clue referred to Chrissy starring with Gilmore Girls actor Milo Ventimiglia on This Is Us, in which he played her father. The large number 3 on the flagpole in front of the house was a reference to This Is Us because Chrissy’s character Kate and her siblings, Kevin and Randall, were called The Big 3 on the show. In addition, their house was very important because their father died due to a fire there on the show.

Another This Is Us clue was the fact that Poodle Moth said that she worked with Alan Thicke. Alan played himself in the pilot episode of This Is Us. In addition, Chrissy was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Series, Miniseries, or Television Film in 2017 and 2018 for her role as Kate in the show.

As Poodle Moth, Chrissy dazzled everyone with her beautiful performances. She brought a level of vulnerability and emotion to her performances that really allowed everyone to connect with her. Chrissy ended her run on the show with a triumphant reprise of “Price Tag.” Although she didn’t win the Golden Mask Trophy, as Poodle Moth, Chrissy flew to the top of The Masked Singer season 11.

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