The Masked Singer UK champion claims show changed his voice for the better

McFly's Danny Jones was revealed to be Piranha in this weekend's grand finale.

Dan Seddon
Updated ·2-min read
Danny Jones won The Masked Singer 2024 and was unmasked as Piranha. (ITV)
Danny Jones won The Masked Singer 2024. (ITV1)

What Did You Miss?

Danny Jones was crowned the winner of this year's The Masked Singer UK on Saturday evening, following the unmasking of fellow finalists Lemar Obika and Alex Brooker.

In his post-victory interview on stage, the McFly vocalist/guitarist admitted to presenter Joel Dommett and the panel (Rita Ora, Jonathan Ross, Mo Gilligan, Davina McCall and Rob Brydon) that competing in the series had altered the quality of his voice.

He seemed pretty ecstatic about it, too.

This image and the information contained herein is strictly embargoed until 00:00 Tuesday 13th February 2024 From Bandicoot TV The Masked Singer: on ITV1 and ITVX Pictured: Piranha This photograph is (C) Bandicoot TV and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned above, or ITV plc. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on the website www.itv.com/presscentre/itvpictures/terms For further information please contact: michael.taiwo1@itv.com
The popstar wowed the crowd beneath the Piranha outfit. (ITV1/Bandicoot TV)

What, how and why?

"I've had the most amazing time," beamed Jones through a window in his Piranha costume. "I can escape behind here and just be Piranha and sing these songs, you know.

"I've learnt so much, I'm able to sing higher now just from being on this show. I've gone up a whole tone, it's amazing! I am so happy, thank you for making me the champ."

Across five studio albums with the pop band McFly, he's sang on countless tracks including 'Is This Still Love' and 'Five Colours in Her Hair', while also releasing a solo EP back in 2019.

From Lifted Entertainment THE ROYAL VARIETY PERFORMANCE 2023 Sunday 17th December 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX Pictured: McFlys Harry Judd and Danny Jones performing on stage at the Royal Albert Hall for the Royal Variety Performance 2023 Bradley Walsh to host this year’s Royal Variety Performance at The Royal Albert Hall in London with performances from Cher, a very special celebration of 100 years of Disney & BGT winner Viggo Venn Award-winning and esteemed entertainer, actor and presenter Bradley Walsh is to host The Royal Variety Performance 2023 from the magnificent Royal Albert Hall in London, in the presence of members of the Royal Family. This annual event will be a spectacular evening featuring international stars, world class theatre, sensational singers and hilarious comedy. Our headliners this year will be multi-award winning, legendary superstar Cher who will be making a very special appearance to perform a number from her wonderful new Christmas album. And an exclusive 100th Anniversary celebration from Disney Theatrical, showcasing an astounding medley, featuring performances from the casts of The Lion King, Frozen, Aladdin, Hercules and Beauty & The Beast. Stars lined up to appear are pop rock band McFly who are celebrating their 20th Anniversary, Glastonbury favourite and much loved singer Rick Astley, pop sensation Zara Larsson, Paloma Faith performing her latest single and the phenomenal Hannah Waddingham who will be accompanied by the ENO chorus. There will also be a beautiful collaboration from the outstanding world class pianist Lang Lang who will be joined by fourteen year-old Lucy, the incredible winner of Channel 4’s The Piano. As well as music from Melanie C who will be performing a very special tribute to theatre producer Bill Kenwright. Also taking to the stage are the cast from the uplifting and ground breaking new West End musical The Little Big Things. An extraordinary and inspirational true life story. The evening will also feature the outstanding West End casts from Crazy For You, the award winning and vocal powerhouse Beverley Knight with the cast of Sister Act, the thrilling Argentinian dancing troupe Malevo, a magical performance from Derren Brown’s West End creation Unbelievable and Simon Cowell will introduce Britain’s Got Talent winner comedian Viggo Venn. Plus, world class stand-up from the brilliant Tom Allen, Rosie Jones, Ellie Taylor and Simon Brodkin. The National Anthem will be led by The Fanfare Trumpeters of The Band of the Welsh Guards and the National Youth Choir. (C) ITV For further information please contact Peter Gray Mob 07831460662 / peter.gray@itv.com This photograph is (C) *** and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned herein. Once made available by ITV plc Picture Desk, this photograph can be reproduced once only up until the transmission [TX] date and no reproduction fee will be charged. Any subsequent usage may incur a fee. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on the website www.itv.com/presscentre/itvpictures/terms
McFly's Danny and Harry Judd on stage at the Royal Variety Performance 2023. (ITV1/Lifted Entertainment)

What else happened on The Masked Singer UK?

After being unveiled as the singer behind Bigfoot, The Last Leg co-host Brooker confessed he specifically requested "something cuddly and cute that my kids are gonna love" from the costume department.

"I love the character, I love Bigfoot. I'm really gonna miss him," he added.

The Masked Singer airs on ITV and ITVX.

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