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The Masked Singer is back! Season 12 of the mystery celebrity singing competition premiered on Wednesday night (Sept. 25) on Fox. The show, which began in South Korea, features celebrities singing songs while wearing costumes and face masks concealing their identities until they’re eliminated. Throughout the season, the contestants provide clues to try and help the judges and fans figure out who is under the mask. This season also features Ambassadors, who are all alums of the series, that have a special connection to each singer and will be providing major new clues about their friends’ identities. During the episode, Buffalo, Woodpecker, Leaf Sheep, Showbird, and Ship hit the stage for their first performances of the season. While on stage, Showbird performed “Just Fine” by Mary J. Blige. Click inside to check out all of the clues and guesses for Showbird… MASKED AMBASSADOR: Joel McHale, who is a frequent guest panelist “I want to introduce you to a good friend — it’s Showbird, everyone!” Joel said of Showbird. “I laugh because that’s very true, I am jealous, and I know you’re a little bit out of your element, but don’t worry. You’re gonna be just fine.” FIRST PERFORMANCE CLUES: - Says she grew up a “total tomboy growing up and a total nerd — Lego, Comic Con, the works” - Says she bared her soul in “some of the biggest blockbuster movies ever” - A golden gavel is shown - A blue screen is shown - A book for “Advanced Singing 401″ is on display - Glittery boots and costumes are shown - Masked Ambassador’s gift is popcorn PANEL GUESSES: Jennifer Hudson, Taraji P. Henson, and Kerry Washington