Taraji P. Henson’s Shocking ‘Masked Singer’ Exit: Why Scarab’s Double Elimination Is the Biggest Twist of Season 14
In a jaw-dropping turn on The Masked Singer Season 14, Oscar-nominated actress Taraji P. Henson was unmasked as Scarab during Wednesday’s “Clueless Night” episode — part of a rare double elimination that has fans reeling.
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Join NowThe nostalgic tribute to the 30th anniversary of Clueless featured high-energy performances, ’90s vibes, and a brutal twist: two celebrities sent home in one night.
First to go was Handyman, revealed as ’90s rap icon Tone Loc, known for hits like “Wild Thing” and “Funky Cold Medina.” Panel guesses ranged from Chuck D and Mr. T to Ice-T, but Robin Thicke nailed it with Tone Loc.
Then came the bigger shock: Scarab, who delivered a memorable performance of “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun,” was unveiled as Taraji P. Henson.
The star of Empire, Hidden Figures, and The Color Purple — and an Oscar nominee for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button — left the judges stunned. Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg leaned toward Angela Bassett, Ken Jeong suggested Cynthia Erivo, but Rita Ora trusted her gut on the “Cookie” Empire clue and correctly identified Henson.
The episode also introduced Season 14’s first wildcard, Crane, who burst onto the stage with a powerhouse take on Whitney Houston’s “It’s Not Right But It’s Okay.”
Clues pointed to ’90s ties in music, film, and TV, sparking early guesses like Misty Copeland, Mya, and Ashanti. Crane advanced alongside Pugcasso and Snow Cone, while the double send-off raised the stakes for the remaining competitors.
Henson’s exit marks one of the show’s most high-profile unmaskings yet, blending fierce competition with throwback fun. As Season 14 heats up with more themed nights and surprises, this “Clueless Night” bloodbath proves anything can happen in the mask.
Fans are buzzing: Was this the season’s biggest twist so far?
