“Mask Singer” Ratings Dip Raises Questions About Show’s Future after Season 8
Paris – Viewership numbers for TF1‘s “Mask Singer” appear to be declining, prompting discussion about whether the eighth season may have stretched the format too far. While the show maintained a sizable audience, figures suggest a potential plateau after years of popularity, raising concerns about its long-term viability.Ycare was crowned the winner of the eighth season, defeating Karima Charni and Priscillia Betti in the final.
The latest season, filmed in July, featured fifteen celebrities from diverse backgrounds including song, cinema, social networks, humor, theater, and television-Vincent Moscato, Natacha Amal, Boris Diaw, Patrick Bosso, Francis Perrin, Tibo NShape, Élisa Tovati, Priscilla Betti, Karima charni, and international stars Brian Austin Green and Lou Bega. Guest investigators Constance Gay, Marie S’Infiltre, and Jean-luc Reichmann also participated, wiht Reichmann describing the experience as “unique” to 20 Minutes.
Notably, M6 established himself as a key figure on the show, demonstrating a competitive edge, while Michael Youn returned as an interviewer for TF1.The program’s success has led to plans for a potential ninth season, as announced by Youn. Though, the slight dip in viewership during season eight-and the increasing reliance on celebrity guest investigators-has sparked debate about whether the show can maintain its appeal.
