The Masked Dancer 'axed' after just two series
ok.co.ukHit ITV show The Masked Dancer has been axed after just two series. The TV show will not return this year with another series despite proving to be hugely popular with viewers, as ITV have opted to air the Rugby World Cup, which begins in September, in its place.
A source told The Sun: "Fans will be gutted, but The Masked Dancer is being rested for 2023. Instead, ITV are showing the Rugby World Cup over the autumn." However, the insider revealed there's still hope The Masked Dancer could return in the future, adding: "This doesn't mean it can't come back in 2024, and ITV have plans for other specials like The Masked Singer I'm A Celeb show." The ITV show first launched back in 2021 following the huge success of The Masked Singer.
Both shows have a similar format, with 12 celebrities battling it out to be crowned the winner while keeping their identity a secret throughout.
The masked stars, hidden by their extravagant costumes, then deliver clues to the audience and judges each week, with one celeb being unmasked in each episode.
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