Joel Dommett recently discussed the surprising moment when Macy Gray stormed off The Masked Singer UK after being voted off during Saturday’s episode. On BBC Radio 2 with Paddy McGuinness, Dommett described the incident as “the funniest thing I’ve ever seen in my life.”
Gray, who was disguised as a giant Toad, left the stage abruptly after being unmasked. While Dommett found the situation humorous, he offered a light-hearted take: “You can’t be disappointed when you’re dressed as a toad. You get the same money and don’t have to do anything else.”
The moment quickly went viral, with Dommett sharing a clip of Gray’s exit on Instagram, captioned simply as “lol.” Judge Maya Jama also shared a TikTok meme from ITVX that humorously captured the scene with the phrase, “Me at any inconvenience.”
Despite the comedic reactions, backstage sources reported that Gray was frustrated. According to The Sun, the singer felt “shellshocked” and “gutted” about leaving the show early, especially after making it to the finals of the U.S. version in 2023. Crew members had to convince her to return for the interview, during which she only provided brief, one-word answers.
Fans quickly reacted online, calling the moment both “awkward” and “hilarious.” Some speculated that Gray’s distinct voice may have made her unmasking easier to guess, as Dommett mentioned that her recognition likely helped the other contestant advance while remaining a mystery.
