Veteran Director Admits Frustration With Masked Singer Guesses

Veteran Israeli director Tzadi Tzarafi, a regular panelist on the reality show "The Masked Singer," has admitted to a recurring frustration with his inability to guess the identities of the masked celebrities, even those he knows well. Despite five seasons on the show, Tzarafi confessed in a recent interview that he "hates himself more each time" because he is consistently surprised by the reveals. He noted that while he has worked with many of the contestants, their ability to disguise their voices and mannerisms often fools him.

Tzarafi expressed admiration for the courage and adventurous spirit of the celebrities who participate, particularly those without a background in singing, highlighting the show as a unique and enjoyable experience. He acknowledged that the contestants often succeed in their attempts to alter their voices and performances to avoid detection, which leads to his own frustration and nervousness before each episode.

The director also shared instances where contestants' performances on the show revealed hidden talents that impressed him. He cited actress Dana Ivgy as a prime example, whose singing on the show was so remarkable that Tzarafi, who had previously admired her acting, was astonished and expressed a desire to work with her musically. He also mentioned singer Tzachi Halevi from the first season as another contestant who surprised him with his vocal abilities.

Discussing the current season, Tzarafi welcomed new panelists model Bar Refaeli and singer Moshé Peretz. He described Refaeli as assertive, open, brave, and sharp, noting her confidence on stage, while praising Peretz as a professional with a valuable musical ear. Tzarafi feels the addition of the new panelists has made the show's panel even more engaging.