Ep 3. Group B Playoffs - These Masks Don't Lie!

In the third episode of season one of The Masked Dancer, the competition heats up as the remaining contestants from Group B battle it out in the playoffs. The four masked celebrities who performed in the first two episodes return to the stage, once again disguised in over-the-top costumes and performing intricate dance routines.

The panel of judges, including Ken Jeong, Paula Abdul, Brian Austin Green, and Ashley Tisdale, are on hand to watch the performances and offer their guesses as to who could be hiding behind the masks. Each contestant is given a clue package to help the judges and viewers at home try to figure out their identity.

First up is the Sloth, who wows the audience with a performance that channels the 70s disco era. The panel speculates that the Sloth could be a comedian or perhaps an actor with a background in sketch comedy.

Next, the Ice Cube takes the stage with an energetic routine full of twists and turns. The judges are impressed by the skater's athleticism and suggest that the Ice Cube might be a professional athlete of some kind.

The Zebra follows with a performance that combines African-inspired dance moves with modern contemporary dance. The judges speculate that the Zebra could be a singer or even a former talk show host.

Last but not least is the Cotton Candy, who delivers a routine that channels the rebellious nature of punk rock. The judges suggest that the Cotton Candy's athleticism points to a possible background in gymnastics or a similar sport.

After all four contestants have performed, it's time for the panel to vote on who should move on to the next round. As always, the celebrity with the fewest votes will be unmasked and sent home.

But before the big reveal, the judges get a chance to ask each contestant one final question to help them guess their identity. The Sloth plays coy when asked if they've ever been covered in slime, while the Ice Cube hints at a possible connection to Hollywood.

The Zebra reveals that they're a big fan of a certain pop star and hopes to collaborate with them one day. And the Cotton Candy drops a hint that they might have a connection to a certain boy band from the '90s.

As the votes are tallied, the tension in the room is palpable. Ultimately, one of the contestants is unmasked, revealing their true identity for the first time.

The episode ends with a sneak peek at the next round of the competition, as the remaining contestants from Group A take to the stage and the mystery deepens. Who will be unmasked next, and which celebrity will ultimately be named the season one champion of The Masked Dancer? Tune in to find out!