Olly Murs Revealed as Mole Dommett on Masked Singer

In a clever twist during the quarter-finals of The Masked Singer UK Series 7, presenter Joel Dommett revealed that the show's mysterious "Mole Dommett"—a secret agent mascot who infiltrated the previous espionage-themed episode to drop insider clues—was none other than chart-topping singer and former X Factor finalist Olly Murs.

The big reveal came at the start of the January 31, 2026 episode on ITV. Mole Dommett, dressed in a furry mole costume complete with spy gadgets and a sneaky demeanor, had been introduced the week before as a wildcard element, providing cryptic hints to help (or mislead) judges Jonathan Ross, Maya Jama, Mo Gilligan, and Davina McCall in their guesses about the masked celebrities. Fans speculated wildly, with some even joking about host Joel Dommett pulling double duty—until the unmasking proved otherwise.

Olly Murs, 41, emerged grinning from the costume, confirming he had made a late, secret entry into the competition just for this fun role. After the reveal, he stayed on as a guest judge for the rest of the episode, joining the panel to help unmask the remaining singers—including that night's elimination, comedian Harry Hill as Red Panda.

Clues and Easter Eggs

The show's producers packed the Mole's clues with nods to Murs' career. A newspaper headline about being "Wrapped Up" referenced his 2014 hit single "Wrapped Up." Other hints included references to dancing (a staple of Murs' energetic live shows), football fandom (he's a big West Ham supporter), and his journey from X Factor runner-up in 2009 to multi-platinum artist with hits like "Dance with Me Tonight," "Troublemaker," and "Dear Darlin'."

Murs played along perfectly, dropping subtle voice disguises and cheeky commentary that kept the judges guessing. None had correctly pegged him as the Mole, adding to the shock and delight when the mask came off.

Fan and Panel Reactions

The moment went viral instantly, with fans on social media calling it "genius TV" and "the best twist of the season." Many praised Murs for his commitment—staying in character through the full previous episode without breaking. Joel Dommett joked post-reveal about the name "Mole Dommett" being an intentional red herring to fuel speculation.

Murs himself took to Instagram and Facebook shortly after, posting: "Ahahaha sorry to disappoint you lot but I'm not the conker I was Mole Dommett Unreal night on The Masked Singer!" He thanked the team and fans for the fun, adding that it was a thrill to spy on his fellow panelists from the inside.

The episode also saw strong performances from the remaining masks, but the Mole reveal stole the spotlight—proving once again that The Masked Singer excels at surprise cameos and playful meta moments.

Why It Worked So Well

Olly Murs' involvement fits perfectly with the show's spirit: he's a beloved British pop star with a cheeky personality, strong stage presence, and a history of live TV (from X Factor to his own presenting gigs). His brief stint as Mole Dommett added insider energy, extra clues, and a feel-good unmasking that boosted viewer engagement during the quarter-finals.

With Series 7 heating up toward the semi-finals and finale, Murs' appearance reminded everyone why The Masked Singer remains a hit: it's not just about guessing celebrities—it's about the joy of unexpected fun and big reveals.

Catch up on the episode now on ITVX, and keep watching for more twists as the competition crowns its next champion. Who knows—maybe Mole Dommett will pop back for one more clue before the season ends.

Source - https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/breaking-x-factor-legend-36649485

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