Joel Dommett reacts to Macy Gray storming off Masked Singer UK after dramatic unmasking

Joel Dommett humorously reflects on Macy Gray's dramatic exit from Masked Singer UK after being unmasked as Toad.

Joel Dommett has addressed the unexpected moment when Macy Gray stormed off The Masked Singer UK after being voted off on Saturday night. Speaking on BBC Radio 2 with Paddy McGuinness, Dommett described the incident as “the funniest thing I've ever seen in my life.”

Gray, who was dressed as a giant Toad, stunned viewers when she abruptly left the stage after being unmasked. While Dommett found humor in the situation, he also offered a lighthearted perspective: “You can’t be disappointed when you’re dressed as a toad. You get the same money and don’t have to do anything else.”

The incident quickly gained attention online. Dommett shared a clip of Gray’s exit on Instagram, captioning it simply with “lol.” Meanwhile, judge Maya Jama reposted a TikTok meme from ITVX that read, “Me at any inconvenience,” encapsulating the moment’s comedic appeal.

Despite the humorous reactions, sources revealed Gray’s frustration backstage. According to The Sun, the singer was “shellshocked” and “gutted” to leave the show early, especially after reaching the finals of the U.S. version in 2023. Crew members reportedly spent nearly an hour convincing her to return to complete her interview, during which she offered terse, one-word responses.

Fans online were quick to comment on the drama, describing the moment as both “awkward” and “hilarious.” Some speculated that Gray’s recognizable voice worked against her, as Dommett noted, “Everyone knew it was her, so the other contestant moved forward because they were still a mystery.”