Jack Wagner Unmasked as the Eggplant on ‘The Masked Singer’ During Emotional Ozzy Osbourne Tribute
The Masked Singer delivered another surprising reveal on Wednesday night (March 4), unmasking actor and singer Jack Wagner as the Eggplant. The elimination came during a special “Ozzfest Night” dedicated to the late rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, adding an emotional layer to the competition.
Ozzfest Night and a Daughter’s Return
Fox’s popular singing competition honored Ozzy Osbourne, just days after his daughter, Kelly Osbourne, paid tribute to her father at the 2026 BRIT Awards. Kelly also appeared as a guest panelist on The Masked Singer, revisiting her own experience as Ladybug from Season 2 in 2019.
Battling for Survival: Eggplant’s Final Performance
Contestants Eggplant, Galaxy Girl, High Voltage, and Pangolin initially performed “Crazy Train,” a hit from Osbourne’s 1980 solo debut. Eggplant and High Voltage found themselves in the bottom two, leading to a sing-off featuring Black Sabbath’s “Iron Man.” High Voltage advanced, and Jack Wagner’s time as the Eggplant came to an end.
A Career Spanning Soap Operas and the Billboard Charts
Wagner, known for his roles in General Hospital, Santa Barbara, The Bold and the Lovely, and Melrose Place, took the reveal in stride. He expressed enjoyment in the challenge of embodying the Eggplant character. Beyond his acting career, Wagner also achieved musical success in the 1980s, landing four songs on the Billboard Hot 100, including the No. 2 hit “All I Need” in 1984. His album of the same name reached the Billboard 200.
A Tangential Connection to the Osbourne Family
Wagner shared a brief connection to the Osbourne family, revealing he once shared a scene with Sharon Osbourne on The Bold and the Beautiful. He playfully described a bed scene and a subsequent hug, leaving the details somewhat ambiguous.
Judges Stumped by the Eggplant’s Identity
Despite the clues presented throughout the season, the judges failed to correctly identify Wagner. Ken Jeong came closest, guessing Rick Springfield, another General Hospital alum and pop singer.
Remaining Contestants and Previous Eliminations
With Wagner eliminated, the remaining competitors in Season 14 of The Masked Singer are High Voltage, Pangolin, Galaxy Girl, Stingray, Cat Witch, Pugcasso, and Crane. Wagner joins a list of previously unmasked contestants including Heidi Montag (Snow Cone), Billy Ray Cyrus (Owl), Teddi Mellencamp (Calla Lily), Claudia Oshry (Queen Corgi), Taraji P. Henson (Scarab), Tone Loc (Handyman), Tiffany Haddish (Le Who Who), Todd and Julie Chrisley (Croissants), and David “Big Papi” Ortiz (Googly Eyes).
FAQ
Q: What song did Eggplant and High Voltage perform in the sing-off?
A: They performed “Iron Man” by Black Sabbath.
Q: What is Jack Wagner best known for?
A: He is best known for his roles in daytime soap operas like General Hospital and his 1980s pop music career.
Q: Who was the guest panelist on Ozzfest Night?
A: Kelly Osbourne was the guest panelist.
Q: Did any of the judges correctly guess Jack Wagner’s identity?
A: No, none of the judges correctly guessed that Jack Wagner was the Eggplant.
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