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Find out which former Disney actress and singer revealed herself as The Masked Singer's Strawberry Shortcake after being eliminated during the Fox series' Dec. 11 semi-finals episode.
‘The Masked Singer’s’ Most Shocking Reveals That Made Fans' Jaws Drop
Wasp, Strawberry Shortcake and Buffalos were all facing a potential breakup with The Masked Singer during the Dec. 11 semi-finals.
But unfortunately, it was Strawberry Shortcake who fell just, well, short of making it to next week's season finale after she was eliminated.
Before taking the stage to perform a powerful cover of Selena Gomez's "Lose You to Love Me," the mystery celebrity reflected on her emotional journey on the series.
"This season's competition has been no cake walk," Strawberry Shortcake admitted. "What no one tells you is that, like a good cake, Hollywood is layered. Sure, it sparkles and is super fun, but there's also so much pressure to make it big and it comes with a lot of rejection. A little bit of self-doubt and a dash of feeling like you've poured your whole heart into something people might not ever see. That's why I think so many people start to feel disenchanted with their dreams. That's what happened to me."
She went on to reveal what led to her leaving Hollywood.
"I was so triggered by the trauma of early fame that I decided to take a long break," the star continued. "I had to lose the lights to love what I do again. Becoming Strawberry Shortcake, I'm reminded of why I started this all of these years ago. It's fun, it's silly and it's so me."
"This experience has been so delicious," Strawberry Shortcake concluded. "I don't want it to end. Strawberry Shortcake is with me for life."
During the elimination, Wasp was saved by the judges, forcing Strawberry Shortcake to go head-to-head with Buffalos in a face-off performance of One Republic's "Counting Stars." However, Buffalos came out on top, sending her home.
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When it came to the judges' guesses about Strawberry Shortcake's true identity, Robin Thicke doubled down on Kelsea Ballerini, Jenny McCarthy chose Sarah Hyland and Ken Jeong picked Joey King.
As for which former Disney star was behind the mask? AJ Michalka, the Cow Belles actress and Aly & AJ bandmate.
See who wins season 12 when The Masked Singer airs Wednesday at 8 p.m. on Fox. And keep reading to see all the celebrities who have been revealed so far.
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Leaf Sheep: Eliminated Week 1
Leaf Sheep (which happens to be an actual sea animal) was revealed to be NFL Hall of Fame legend John Elway, who was sent home first.
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Showbird: Eliminated Week 2
The celebrity behind the colorful Showbird costume? Community alum Yvette Nicole Brown.
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Woodpecker: Eliminated Week 3
Modern Family alum Marsai Martin flew away from the competition after it was revealed she was Woodpecker.
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Ship: Eliminated Week 3
During week three's double elimination, singer Paula Cole, who was behind the Ship costume, was also eliminated.
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Dust Bunny: Eliminated Week 4
The man behind the pink, furry costume was comedian and actor Andy Richter, who left the competition during the Oct. 16 episode.
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Chess Piece: Eliminated Week 5
The Emmy-winning actress behind the Chess Piece costume was none other than Orange Is the New Black alum and E! host Laverne Cox.
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Bluebell: Eliminated Week 6
Bluebell was none other than Australian singer Natalie Imbruglia, who topped the charts in 1997 with her iconic cover of "Torn."
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Macaron: Eliminated Week 7
Pro surfer Bethany Hamilton was unmasked as Macaron during the Nov. 13 episode.
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Ice King: Eliminated Week 8
After being eliminated during Miley Cyrus Night, Ice King was unmasked as former Nickelodeon child star Drake Bell.
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Royal Knight: Eliminated Week 9
One Tree Hill alum Jana Kramer was revealed to be the singer behind the Royal Knight costume during Peanuts Night on Thanksgiving.
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Sherlock Hound: Eliminated Week 9
The mystery behind the identity of Sherlock Hound was solved when Bronson Arroyo was unmasked in a double elimination on Peanuts Night.
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Goo: Eliminated Week 10
Goo was unmasked to be Los Angeles Rams defensive end Kobie Turner.
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Strawberry Shortcake: Eliminated Week 11
Strawberry Shortcake just fell, well, short from making it to the season finale when she was eliminated during the semi-finals. The star behind the mask? Former Disney star and half of Aly & AJ AJ Michalka!
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