The Masked Singer Season 11, Episode 3: Spaghetti and Meatballs Revealed

SPOILER ALERT: Do not continue reading if you have not watched “The Masked Singer” season 11, episode 3, “Billy Joel Night,” which aired March 20 on Fox.

In a Fox reality crossover, “MasterChef” judge Joe Bastianich was revealed to be the singer under the Spaghetti & Meatballs costume on this week’s episode of “The Masked Singer.” And in a coincidence, the restaurant owner appeared on “Billy Joel Night,” and it turns out the pianist is a friend.

“I grew up on Long Island in the ’70s and ’80s,” Bastianich said. Variety. “That was the soundtrack of that time. Some of the best songs ever written. I have known Billy Joel personally since he was a child and as a customer at all the restaurants. I hope you can see it!

For Bastianich, none of the panelists got it right. Robin Thicke guessed Stanley Tucci. Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg told Guy Fieri. Ken Jeong chose Bobby Flay. New panelist Rita Ora came close, naming Bastianich’s “MasterChef” co-star Gordon Ramsay.

“I had a head that was kind of wide like al dente spaghetti, so it was a little hard on my dance moves,” Bastianich said of her experience. “But other than that, it’s a pretty mobile costume. I felt very comfortable… I am a singer-songwriter. You can see me on Spotify and I play a lot of music. So, being within the Fox family, when they asked me to come and showcase my talent, I was excited to do it. “It was a little intimidating, but it was an amazing experience.”

Spaghetti & Meatballs and Lizard were the two lowest vote-getters of the night, and they faced off in the fight, both performing Billy Joel’s “Movin’ Out (Anthony’s Song).” Spaghetti & Meatballs were eliminated, leaving Lizard, Poodle Moth and Clock to return for the next round.

Joe Bastianich as Spaghetti & Meatballs joins Savannah Chrisley (Afghan Hound) and Kevin Hart (Book) as the unmasked celebrities on “The Masked Singer” this season.

As it was “Billy Joel Night,” Thicke opened the show with his performance of the Piano Man hit “My Life.”

Returning for season 11 are host Nick Cannon, along with panelists Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Ken Jeong and Robin Thicke, while Rita Ora joined the desk to replace Nicole Scherzinger, who was in London to star in West’s “Sunset Boulevard.” End.

“The Masked Singer” season 11 will feature themed episodes including “The Wizard of Oz,” celebrating the classic film’s 85th anniversary; “Transformers” (commemorating the brand’s 40th anniversary) and musical tributes including “Billy Joel Night” and “Queen Night.” Bonus tracks include “Girl Groups,” “Soundtrack of My Life,” “TV Theme Night,” and “Shower Anthems.”

Featuring a total of sixteen famous singers, including three “wild cards”, season 11 features new costumes including “Gumball”, “Lizard”, “Ugly Sweater”, “Goldfish”, “Starfish”, “Book”, “Gumball” , “Miss Cleocatra.” ”, “Afghan Hound”, “Beetroot”, “Poodle Moth”, “Clock”, “Spaghetti and Meatballs” and “Lizard”. According to the show, season 11 contestants have 22 Grammy nominations, 11 platinum albums, 33 Teen Choice nominations, 108 million records sold, 326 movie appearances and 1.7 billion Spotify streams.

These were the other performances of Group C in Wednesday’s episode 3, “Billy Joel Night”:

poodle moth

Song: “Just the way you are” by Billy Joel

Panel guesses: Trisha Yearwood, Wynonna Judd, Rita Wilson

Clue: Baseball that says “Opry.” “I felt like a big shot when I performed at the Grand Ol Opry.”

Voiceover package: “If you’re like me, you’re probably wondering what a poodle moth is. Would you believe that only one has been found in the world? Fortunately, all you need is to be discovered once. All my life I was drawn to the flame. But I always felt like the bright lights were never for me. I told myself I was never going to be pretty, funny or talented enough to make it. So I took a step back and helped others achieve their dreams. And while I love that, I desperately wanted to spread my own wings. But if I could 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. It showed me that I am unique. And like Billy says, you’re perfect, just the way you are.”

Clock

Song: “Piano Man” by Billy Joel

Panel guesses: Anita Baker, Evelyn Champagne King, Diana Ross

Clue: Song track: “Vienna”. “In Vienna it’s all about seizing the day. And I actually have an appointment in my name.”

Voiceover package: “I’m delighted to be here on Billy Joel night. Because let’s face it, we’re both timeless. Once upon a time there was the beauty of the ball. He had the entire world dancing from dusk to dawn. Everyone knew my name. But as the years went by, trends began to change and I suddenly felt like I was frozen in time. So, this queen reinvented herself. And I achieved massive success again, on my own terms. With the greatest achievement of acting for a president. Now, as the pianist says, tonight I will sing you a song. So all the other singers better watch out. Because your time is about to end.”

Spaghetti and meatballs

Song: “Only the good die young” by Billy Joel

Panel guesses: Gordon Ramsay, Guy Fieri, Stanley Tucci

Clue: Giant pizza box that says “Show Time.” “I spend a good portion of my time on a successful show.”

Voiceover package: “Throughout my career, I have played many different roles. Looking for a life full of flavor. I started on Wall Street chasing the almighty dollar. But when it started to seem a little stale, I ran to make money in a completely new industry. And finally, I mastered the secret recipe for success. The most important lesson I learned? You don’t want to die young on a path you don’t love. So, spice things up, the pasta possibilities are endless. Now I’m here on The Masked Singer with a Billy Joel special. Mangia!

Lizard

Song: “Uptown Girl” by Billy Joel

Panel guesses: Michael Bivins, Ricky Bell, Ronnie DeVoe, Ralph Tresvant, Ray J.

Clue: Taxi that says “Billboards.” “I’ve had a number one billboard and I’m not talking about Times Square.”

Voiceover package: “Some people might label me a womanizer. The type of bad boy in Billy Joel songs. But that’s not the real me. And despite some of my best-known successes, I tend to see people for who they are on the inside. Like when I met the love of my life, she was the definition of an uptown girl. And this daredevil from the center was captivated. However, years later, she was fed up with my superstar antics. She threatened to walk out that door. That’s when I had a premonition. I told her that she thought she was pregnant. And it turns out she was. I promised at that moment to change my ways. Now, my whole world is about being a good husband and a great father. And what’s better than appearing on my family’s favorite show? “This downtown kid is about to change things.”

Last season’s performers included Ne-Yo as Cow, John Schneider as Donut, Macy Gray as Sea Queen and Janel Parrish as Gazelle, along with John Oates as Anteater, Keyshia Cole as Candelabra, Sebastian Bach as Tiki, Ginuwine as Husky , Ashley Parker Angel as S. ‘more, Metta World Peace as Cuddle Monster, Luann de Lesseps as Hibiscus, Tyler Posey as Hawk, Billie Jean King as Royal Hen, Michael Rapaport as Pickle, Tom Sandoval as Diver, Anthony Anderson as Rubber Ducky and one-time special guest Demi Lovato as Anonymous.

Fox Alternative Entertainment is behind “The Masked Singer,” which is executive produced by showrunner James Breen, Craig Plestis and Nick Cannon. The series is based on the South Korean format created by Mun Hwa Broadcasting Corp.