Masked Singer Viewers Uncover Eight Clues Pointing to Marvin Humes as Can of Worms
Dedicated fans of ITV's popular competition The Masked Singer are increasingly confident they have solved one of this season's biggest mysteries. A compelling theory has emerged online, suggesting that the celebrity concealed within the elaborate Can of Worms costume is none other than JLS singer and television presenter Marvin Humes.
Mounting Evidence Points to a Major TV and Music Star
Speculation has surrounded the quirky character since its first appearance on the show. However, ahead of the latest episode, a detailed fan analysis posted on Reddit has gained significant traction, outlining eight distinct clues that appear to align perfectly with Marvin Humes' life and career.
The theory posits that the clues, scattered throughout the contestant's performances and video packages, create a coherent narrative pointing directly to the former X Factor star, who is married to This Morning presenter Rochelle Humes.
A Detailed Breakdown of the Eight Key Clues
Fans have meticulously connected the following evidence:
- The Naughty Step: A videotape clue featured a yellow step in a garden labelled "naughty step". Supporters note that Marvin has publicly discussed using the naughty step as a parenting technique with his children in various interviews, and both he and Rochelle have appeared on This Morning segments about discipline.
- Early Bird and Bakery Imagery: References to being an "early bird" and visuals of pastries and bakeries are believed to nod towards Marvin and Rochelle's frequent appearances on morning television, where breakfast recipes are regularly featured.
- "Written in the Stars": This phrase raised eyebrows among fans. JLS famously collaborated with Tinie Tempah on the track Eyes Wide Shut, and Tinie Tempah himself released a major hit single titled Written in the Stars.
- Top Gear Initials: When images of Top Gear presenters James May and Richard Hammond were shown, viewers noted their initials are 'M' and 'H'. This is seen as a classic Masked Singer style "initials clue" pointing directly to Marvin Humes.
- Gardening and the Colour Green: Several gardening references, including the Can of Worms sitting in greenery, are thought to connect to the colour green. Fans associate this with Marvin Humes' personal branding and early JLS merchandise.
- The Courgette Connection: A more obscure clue involved a courgette shown at a public event. Theorists suggest this could reference Marvin hosting the 2016 BAFTA Children's Awards, the same year the animated film My Life as a Courgette won Best Animated Feature.
- "Running in the Family": A line about something "running in the family" is interpreted by fans as relating to Marvin's close bond with his JLS bandmates, whom he has often described as being like brothers.
- Vocal Recognition: Many viewers claim to recognise Marvin Humes' distinctive singing voice during the Can of Worms' performances, adding aural evidence to the visual and thematic clues.
Social Media Buzz and Alternative Theories
The theory has ignited considerable discussion on social media platforms. Viewers watching at home have flooded X (formerly Twitter) with comments expressing their belief.
One user exclaimed, "Is Marvin from JLS can of worms?!!", while another stated, "I swear I've just heard Marvin Humes' voice." A third confidently added, "Can of worms is definitely Marvin from JLS."
However, not all fans are convinced the clues point exclusively to Marvin. Some have proposed alternative identities for the masked performer.
- One popular counter-theory suggests that fellow JLS member JB Gill could be behind the costume, with one fan arguing, "The JLS clues are obviously pointing people towards Marvin but, no, it's JB. Can of Worms is most definitely JB Gill."
- Other names floated by the audience include presenter Reggie Yates, singer Olly Murs, and Take That star Mark Owen.
As the competition progresses, the debate over the true identity of the Can of Worms continues to captivate The Masked Singer audience, showcasing the show's unique blend of performance, mystery, and audience detective work.
