Ken Jeong Guesses NFL Star on The Masked Singer

The TV personality thought Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce was the mystery singer, but he was wrong.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 3:19pm

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During a recent episode of the reality singing competition show The Masked Singer, judge Ken Jeong guessed that the disguised contestant known as High Voltage was actually NFL player Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs. However, Jeong's guess was incorrect, as the performer was revealed to be former soccer player and current FOX Sports analyst Alexi Lalas.

Why it matters

The Masked Singer is known for having celebrity contestants from various backgrounds, including sports, music, and entertainment, disguise their identities while performing. Jeong's incorrect guess about Kelce highlights the show's ability to keep viewers guessing about the true identities of the contestants.

The details

During the Mar. 11 episode, High Voltage performed a cover of the Daniel Powter song "Bad Day." After the performance, Jeong posted a clip on social media, captioning it "Travis Kelce, Welcome to the Masked Singer!" However, when High Voltage was unmasked, it was revealed to be Lalas, not Kelce. Other guesses from the judges included retired NFL players Tom Brady and Julian Edelman.

  • The latest episode of The Masked Singer aired on Mar. 11, 2026.
  • Kelce recently announced he will return to the Kansas City Chiefs for the 2026 NFL season, his 14th in the league.

The players

Ken Jeong

A comedian, actor, and judge on the reality singing competition show The Masked Singer.

Travis Kelce

A tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs of the NFL, known for his impressive on-field performance and engaging personality.

Alexi Lalas

A former professional soccer player who now works as an analyst for FOX Sports, and was revealed to be the contestant known as High Voltage on The Masked Singer.

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What they’re saying

“Travis Kelce, Welcome to the Masked Singer!”

— Ken Jeong, Judge, The Masked Singer (Instagram)

The takeaway

The Masked Singer continues to captivate viewers with its ability to keep the identities of its celebrity contestants a secret, even from the show's own judges. Jeong's incorrect guess about Kelce being the High Voltage performer highlights the program's talent for maintaining the mystery and intrigue that has made it a popular reality TV franchise.