Boyz II Men Become First Group to Win 'The Masked Singer'

The R&B vocal trio took home the Golden Mask Trophy in season 12 as the Buffalos.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 10:51pm

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Boyz II Men, the iconic R&B vocal group behind hits like "It's So Hard to Say Goodbye to Yesterday," made history as the first group to win season 12 of The Masked Singer. The trio of Shawn Stockman, Wanya Morris, and Nathan Morris competed as the Buffalos, initially teasing the audience with a solo singer before revealing their full trio during their first performance.

Why it matters

Boyz II Men's victory marks a significant milestone for The Masked Singer, which has previously only crowned solo artists. The group's harmonies and showmanship proved unmatched, cementing their status as one of the greatest vocal groups of all time.

The details

Boyz II Men's winning run on The Masked Singer included standout performances of songs like the Temptations' "My Girl" and their own hit "I'll Make Love to You." The panelists, including Robin Thicke and Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, were eventually able to deduce the group's identity based on their distinctive sound and harmonies.

  • Boyz II Men won season 12 of The Masked Singer, which aired in 2024.
  • The group contributed to a special version of The Simpsons' theme song for the show's 800th episode in February 2026.

The players

Boyz II Men

An iconic R&B vocal group known for their smooth harmonies and hit songs like "End of the Road" and "I'll Make Love to You."

Shawn Stockman

One of the founding members of Boyz II Men and a key contributor to the group's signature sound.

Wanya Morris

Another founding member of Boyz II Men, known for his powerful vocals and range.

Nathan Morris

The third founding member of Boyz II Men, who has helped lead the group to multi-platinum success over the past three decades.

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What’s next

Boyz II Men continues to tour as reports circulate about a potential biopic and documentary chronicling the group's rise. They also contributed to a special version of The Simpsons' theme song for the show's 800th episode in February 2026.

The takeaway

Boyz II Men's Masked Singer win demonstrates the enduring appeal and influence of classic R&B vocal groups, even in the modern era of pop music. Their triumph is a testament to the power of tight harmonies, showmanship, and timeless artistry.