Could a beloved sitcom star with a legendary father be hiding behind the spiky green mask of Conkers on The Masked Singer? Fans are buzzing with excitement as they piece together six intriguing clues, convinced they’ve cracked the case. But here’s where it gets controversial: while many are certain it’s Tom Rosenthal, star of Friday Night Dinner and son of sports broadcasting icon Jim Rosenthal, others are throwing their weight behind former Coronation Street actor Richard Fleeshman. Let’s dive into the evidence—and the debate.
Conkers, with its oversized eyes peeking through a quirky costume, has charmed audiences with standout performances, including a touching rendition of One Direction’s History. Armchair detectives on Reddit have been dissecting every hint, and their top theory points to Tom Rosenthal. Why? For starters, his voice seems like a perfect match. But it’s the six clues that really seal the deal—or so they think.
And this is the part most people miss: the character’s design itself might be a nod to Friday Night Dinner. Fans argue that Conkers, a type of nut, ties into Martin Goodman’s iconic catchphrase, “Lovely bit of squirrel.” Add to that the letter ‘J’—a potential reference to Tom’s character Johnny in the show—and the ‘cook book’ clue, which could symbolize a family dinner. Even the mention of ‘Big Brother’ might be a clever distraction, linking to Tom’s role as a brother in the sitcom rather than the reality show.
But the connections don’t stop there. Conkers’ claim of not being “afraid of ghosts” could point to Tom’s work on Horrible Histories, a show that launched the careers of several Ghosts cast members. Plus, references to knights and history align perfectly with his roles in Plebs and Drunk History. It’s all starting to add up, right?
However, not everyone is convinced. Some fans are rallying behind Richard Fleeshman, citing his role in the musical Ghost and his work on All The Small Things. The ‘heart’ clue? They believe it’s a nod to the BBC show Heart and Soul. And that ‘letter J’? It could refer to his character JoJo in Riot Women. Even the phrase “the heat is on” might hint at his stint on ITV’s Deep Heat.
Last weekend’s reveals—Olly Murs as Mole Dommett and Harry Hill as Red Panda—only fueled the speculation. So, who’s behind the Conkers mask? Is it Tom Rosenthal, the sitcom star with a famous dad, or Richard Fleeshman, the musical theater standout? Here’s the real question: Are these clues leading us down the right path, or is the show pulling a fast one? Share your thoughts in the comments—let’s keep the debate alive!
